About the position
Current Job Title Industrial Engineer Job Grade C1 Ottery WC
Department Commercial (with strong interface to Manufacturing & Supply Chain
Incumbent
Employment Status Permanent
Purpose Statement
The Industrial Engineer will support the Commercial function by developing a deep, end-to-end understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain operations, raw material
suppliers, and the systems that support them. The role translates operational and system data into accurate product costing, supports pricing and commercial decisions,
and drives continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and the supply chain to improve cost, efficiency, data integrity, and profitability.
Position in the Organisation
Position Industrial Engineer
2. POSITION DESCRIPTION
Main Outputs and Responsibilities for this Position (please provide a short description under each heading/output)
1. Process Improvement & Optimization
Analyse manufacturing processes (labour, machine utilisation, yields, scrap, rework, capacity)
Conduct time studies, process mapping, and work measurement
Analyse raw material usage, waste, lead times, logistics and supplier performance
Develop and maintain end-to-end product cost models
Support pricing, tenders and commercial negotiations
Analyse cost variances (standard vs actual)
Develop deep understanding of ERP/MRP systems (BOMs, routings, inventory, costing)
Support ERP data accuracy and governance
Build and maintain cost and performance reports and dashboards
Drive continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives
Apply Lean and Industrial Engineering tools
Collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, IT and Commercial teams
2. Health and Safety
Ensure and enforce that aspects in area of responsibility conform to health and safety requirements.
Maintain housekeeping standards in area of responsibility (e.g. ensure cleanliness assigned machines and areas).
Work safely and report on safety hazards or issues.
Report any accidents, incidents and near misses. 3. Quality
Apply the company’s quality principles and standards.
Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
4. Food Safety System Certification (FSSC)
Food safety standards are site specific and at these sites employees should: o Apply the site’s food safety principles and standards. o Report any food safety hazards or issues to your Supervisor/Manager. o Comply to and maintain all GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) in relation
to the Company’s FSMS (Food Safety Management System). 5. Self-development and Growth
Realistic assessment of own strengths and development areas and undertake actions to address weaknesses.
Keep abreast of innovation and technical improvements for further self-development and the development of the company.
Teamwork and co-operation.
Self-Management.
Leadership and interpersonal relationship.
Product and service quality. 6. General
Ensure team knows what to do and where to find information if you are not available.
Inform yourself about and apply the company's principles and standards.
Set an example, be a role model in the way you work and behave.
The employee accepts that he/she may be required to carry out any other tasks as required by management based on operational requirements.
3. JOB EVALUATION CRITERIA
A) Knowledge and Skills
Secondary Education Grade 12
Tertiary Education (including Diplomas, Certificates and Degrees)
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering
Experience 3-5 years in manufacturing, supply chain or industrial engineering
B) Competencies
Knowledge Skills
Manufacturing and supply chain process knowledge
Cost modelling and analysis
ERP systems understanding
Reporting and data analysis (Excel, Power BI advantageous)
Commercially aware and system-focused
Analytical and detail-oriented
Improvement-driven
Comfortable working across shop floor, suppliers and management
Lean / Continuous Improvement
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement
Other Special Requirements
Passionate to progress a career into Packaging for the future with an appreciation of the environment concerns and impacts.
C) Decision Making
Able to make good business aligned judgement decisions at an operational level whilst maintaining maintenance standards, practices & procedures in line with defined and communicated authority and as per instructions.
D) Accountability
Responsible for all activities linked to position as defined.
Ensure escalation to the appropriate level of authority.
E) Communication
Ensure transparent, responsive, and open communication between colleagues.
Desired Skills:
- Teamwork
- Scala
- Strong Communication
- Manufacturing Practice
- Good Manufacturing Practice
- Decision Making
