Graduate Industrial engineer - Castleview

Introduction

Mpact Plastic Containers is looking for a highly motivated Graduate Industrial Engineer to join our team and support our Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement initiatives. This opportunity forms part of our Graduate Development Programme and offers exposure to manufacturing operations, data analytics, process optimisation and automation projects within a dynamic industrial environment. If you are analytical, solutions-driven and passionate about improving processes, this role will give you the opportunity to develop your engineering career while contributing to real operational impact.

Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

As a Graduate Industrial Engineer, you will support the business by:

• Analysing manufacturing and operational processes to identify improvement opportunities
• Supporting continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives
• Identifying opportunities for automation and process digitisation
• Developing data analysis and operational performance dashboards
• Assisting with process mapping, root cause analysis and gap analysis
• Supporting cross-functional teams to improve efficiency, productivity and cost performance
• Participating in operational improvement projects delivering measurable business value

What You Will Gain

This role offers exposure to:

• Manufacturing operations and production systems
• Continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing practices
• Data analytics and operational decision support
• Automation and digital manufacturing initiatives
• Cross-functional collaboration with engineering, finance and supply chain teams

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles will be advantageous
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Package & Remuneration

• Provident/Pension fund
• Medical aid