Industrial Engineer

Purpose Champion a facility-wide 6S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain, Safety) and Value Stream Mapping transformation. This role embeds Lean Manufacturing into daily operations, eliminates waste, and maximizes the use of space, equipment, and personnel. Core Responsibilities 6S Program Leadership Design, implement, and sustain a plant-wide 6S program Conduct baseline audits and establish visual standards Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly audit processes Create and enforce clear 6S policies, checklists, and visual controls Workflow & Layout Optimization Map current-state value streams and identify inefficiencies Redesign workstations and equipment layouts to improve flow Support cellular manufacturing and reduce waste in motion, transport, and inventory Waste Reduction & Continuous Improvement Lead Kaizen events focused on 6S waste elimination and value stream improvements Identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions Track and quantify cost savings and productivity improvements Training & Culture Development Train and coach teams to adopt and sustain 6S practices Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement Develop dashboards and metrics to monitor performance and drive action Continuous Improvement Governance Maintain a structured system for employee-driven improvement ideas Facilitate regular 6S reviews and performance discussions Recognize and reinforce successful improvements to sustain engagement Required Experience 5 years leading 5S/6S programs in large-scale manufacturing environments Proven success redesigning plant layouts to support Lean flow and efficiency Experience facilitating Value Stream Mapping workshops Background in CCA (Circuit Card Assembly) manufacturing Experience in cable and harness manufacturing Preferred Qualifications Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (or equivalent certification)