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Continuous Improvement Specialist KZN

Tumaini Consulting


Job Location:

Johannesburg - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 30 September 2026 (3 days ago)
Application Deadline: 28 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Our client is looking for a results-driven Continuous Improvement Specialist to join their packaging manufacturing facility in KZN. This role include improving productivity eliminating inefficiencies and embedding a culture of continuous improvement across the operation.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assess manufacturing processes and identify areas for improvement
  • Analyse operational performance and identify production losses
  • Lead Lean and continuous improvement projects
  • Investigate recurring process problems and facilitate root cause analysis
  • Implement initiatives aimed at reducing waste downtime and production costs
  • Develop and track improvement plans and project outcomes
  • Support standardisation of production processes and work methods
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable solutions
  • Coach employees on continuous improvement tools and methodologies
  • Prepare performance reports and present improvement results to management

Minimum Requirements

  • Matric
  • BTech Industrial Engineering
  • Continuous Improvement experience in manufacturing
  • Packaging manufacturing experience essential
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
  • Experience with Kaizen 5S root cause analysis and process optimisation
  • Analytical and numerical abilities
  • Project coordination and stakeholder management skills

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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Required Experience:

IC