Industrial Engineering Manager at Wabtec

Who will you be working with? Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services. Whether it's freight rail, transit, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people - together - are accelerating the future of transportation.   Role: Industrial Engineering Manager Location: Johannesburg   How will you make a difference? The Industrial Engineering Manager will lead continuous improvement initiatives across operations and supply chain using Lean, Six Sigma, and digital transformation. Drive process optimization, skills development, and strategic planning to enhance productivity, quality, and compliance.   What will your typical day look like? • Lead Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to eliminate waste and improve productivity • Analyze processes to identify bottlenecks and drive improvements • Develop and implement standardized work and SOPs • Lead SQDIP and value stream reviews with plant teams • Implement process improvements aligned with PFMEA standards • Collaborate cross-functionally to promote continuous improvement • Track performance through KPIs and metrics • Drive automation and digital transformation initiatives • Support new product introductions and technology transfers • Ensure compliance with GMP, CPA, and quality systems • Conduct audits and implement corrective actions • Report performance insights to senior leadership • Plan long-term resource requirements (facilities, equipment, workforce) • Lead change management and adoption of new processes • Develop training plans and support continuous learning  What do we want to know about you? • Tertiary Qualification (Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial), and/or Engineering • Degree/Diploma/Certificate in Project Management • Proven experience in process mapping and methodology optimization. • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen principles. • Experience in developing and optimizing standard operating procedures (SOPs) • Ability to analyze workflows and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Excellent communication skills  If you don’t have all the above criteria don’t worry, we would still like to hear from you as we live our values and always put people first and strive to expand what is possible.   Apply today! #LI-PROMOTEDJOBS   Legal authorisation to work in the South Africa is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.   *Please note that we do not accept agency candidate submissions without a formalised agreement with Wabtec Talent Acquisition. If you are an agency/third party Recruiter and have not been engaged by Wabtec for this search, we do not owe you a fee if you submit a candidate to the applicant tracking system that is ultimately hired.