Industrial Engineer

We are seeking an Industrial Engineer to join our team with process improvement experience who can quantitatively assess current production performance and execute change to reduce cost, optimize throughput, and develop standards.

• Conduct time studies, define manufacturing costs, and develop/implement/maintain work standards and manufacturing documentation (Operational Method Sheets, routings, etc.).
• Create and maintain Value Stream Maps and manufacturing cell layouts.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles like Kaizen, 8-Waste Reduction, Visual Management, SMED (Single-Minute Exchange of Die), One piece flow, problem-solving, 5S, TPM principles etc. while working on productivity improvement projects.
• Lead the identification, scoping, and execution of projects to improve production efficiency and throughput, in collaboration with supervisors, factory managers, engineers, and other associates.
• Initiate, lead, participate, and provide training (problem solving, work flexing, etc.) required to effectively complete improvement efforts.
• Review errors and rework to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Identify, quantify, compare, and execute process improvements to drive safety, workplace ergonomics, repair quality, performance, capital utilization, demand attainment, warehousing, and logistics strategies.
• Capacity Planning: Analyze production capacity and recommend adjustments to meet demand fluctuations effectively.
• Resource Allocation: Optimize staffing levels, equipment utilization, and resource allocation to align with production goals.
• Data-Driven Decisions: Utilize data analysis to make informed decisions and continuously monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive improvements.
• Partner with factory managers to sustain improvements.
• Participate in Operating System activities that include daily communication meetings, department performance monitoring and problem solving.
• Develop and maintain positive work relationships with individuals in all organizational levels, both internally and externally to the plant.
• Actively advocate behavior-based safety in all aspects of plant operations, adhere to company and site-specific safety policies, practices, and programs.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• BS/MS in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or equivalent engineering field.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5 + Years of Continuous Improvement and/or project management experience
• 5 years of scale manufacturing experience
• Hands-on SAP experience
• Working knowledge of 2D layout in AutoCAD
• Advanced-level MS Office skills (primarily Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio)
• Analytics (PowerBI)
• Demonstrated ability to understand, perform, and implement mathematical concepts of Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, or relevant equivalencies.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

• Strong interpersonal skills along with the ability to influence attitudes and behaviors.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, solve technical problems, lead projects, and work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to drive execution of projects including the ability to identify and act upon potential improvements.
• Continuous Improvement Tools (Value Stream Mapping, One Piece Flow, Problem Solving Tools, Setup Reduction, Lean Management, Visual Controls, etc.)

This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) now or in the future. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.