Junior Industrial Engineer - Mr Price Group

Are you passionate about optimizing processes and driving efficiency? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Join our team at the Mr Price Distribution Centre, a highly automated site and the first of its kind in South Africa. As a Junior Industrial Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in improving our operations. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to analyse processes, develop insightful reports, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support continuous improvement projects and initiatives by actively adhering to Lean principles and design of experiments (e.g., Six Sigma, Simulation design).
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) to identify uncommon and everyday issues within DC operations.
• Design, implement, and maintain 5S initiatives across all departments.
• Develop and maintain work standards and characteristics that promote efficient staff and facility utilization.
• Advise on improvements of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that impact operations and processes with different stakeholders.
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure inventory control practices are being followed and assist in continuous improvement initiatives.

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• Ensure compliance with all standard operating procedures.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Conduct time and motion studies to develop standard work routines, best practices, and realistic/measurable productivity expectations.
• Facilitate Lean workshops and training sessions to promote a culture of continuous improvement.
• Plan, execute, and oversee projects to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones are met on time and within budget.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and resource allocations.
• Monitor project progress and make adjustments as needed to ensure successful completion.
• Prepare and present project reports to stakeholders, highlighting key achievements and areas for improvement.
• Analyse large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that drive business decisions.
• Use SQL to manage and query databases, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Perform data analysis to identify opportunities and risks in storage optimization, material handling, and process conformance.
• Develop in-house forecasting models for packaging, consumables, assets, and labor based on volumes and budget.
• Capture, design, and make recommendations to process flow through risk, security, and productivity gap analysis.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports using data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI.
• Conduct routine audits of systems and operational processes to ensure data accuracy and integrity.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• National Diploma / B Eng / B Tech in Industrial Engineering or a related field
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Excellent presentation and report writing skills
• Data analysis skills
• Project management skills
• Ability to build and maintain relationships
• Experience using work measurement techniques
• Knowledge of Lean and value stream mapping
• Willingness to work late shifts when necessary to complete projects
• Willingness to travel to other branches/sites
• CAD, SQL, data modelling, and/or simulation skills will be an advantage

Experience Level:

• 2-3 years of experience in a distribution centre environment

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Tools and Software:

• CAD
• Simulation software
• Microsoft Office (Visio, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Teams)
• Business Intelligence (BI) tools
• SQL