Industrial Engineering Technologist Career Description
Industrial engineering technologists specialize in the production of goods such as motorcars, furniture, television sets, refrigerators, and so on. They see to it that production
is carried out efficiently and as profitable as possible. Continuous monitoring by them of the manufacturing process in each case is necessary to ensure that these objectives are achieved and maintained. They are also responsible for any alterations and improvements to the process in order to ensure profitability. There are also keen competition between the goods they will be producing and those produced by other factories in this country and elsewhere. Costs must therefore be kept as low as possible but without sacrificing quality.
What am I going to do in this occupation?
Industrial engineering technologists are responsible for the selection and layout of the machinery and equipment required for the production of the goods in the factory. The flow of the work in the factory requires careful planning and will fall under their control as well. Statistical studies, the control of the quality of the goods produced and time and motion studies will be used by them to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the factories.
The proper management of staff under the industrial engineering technologists' control and the elimination of wastage of the material used in the factory are some of their greatest challenges. They will have to work according to a prepared budget. Industrial engineering technologists may qualify for appointment as production managers.
Industrial engineering technologists· are used in any industry where products are manufactured or where services are provided. This career usually requires a combination of indoor work, for example in offices, and outdoor work, for example in factories.
Requirements
What kind of personality do I need? Industrial engineering technologists must be able to get on very well with people and accept full responsibility for their work. The ability to analyze a situation and to make changes if necessary is vital. In this regard a scientific approach to problem solving is particularly important. Above all you must be in a good physical condition.
Where can I work?
Industrial engineering technologists are employed by organisations such as Nissan, BMW, Siemens, certain government departments and so on.
The majority of industrial engineering technologists are engaged by private organisations where they are appointed in the posts of "Industrial Engineers".
Can I work for myself in this occupation?
Yes
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