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Great Plains Manufacturing
Lean Industrial Engineer
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What they do
An Industrial Engineer devises ways to make production processes more efficient and less wasteful. Uses technology and engineering to help companies and organizations produce products with efficient use of time, resources, and energy.
$90,188 / year median in Kansas
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Lean Industrial Engineer - Salina, KS Great Plains Manufacturing is seeking a Lean Industrial Engineer with a proven track record of driving improvements across multiple facilities to join our team. This individual will help further develop our continuous improvement culture by collaborating in hands-on projects at multiple facilities throughout North Central Kansas. This is an on-site position based in Salina, KS. The schedule is Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for being a change agent to eliminate/reduce non-value activities in production Determine feasibility and cost effectiveness for projects Analyze work force utilization, facility layout, and operational data to determine efficient utilization of workers and equipment Implement new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of labor and materials Strong analysis skills and speaks with data/facts Proactively identify and scope out areas of opportunities Liaison between shop floor and upper management to drive change and present results Day travel up to 50% through North Central Kansas Follow all Great Plains and OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed safety and protective equipment. Other duties may be assigned that require additional qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment.Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor s degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering; 5 years of lean engineering experience in a manufacturing environment or a combination of experience and education Strong background in lean principles Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint and Word Manufacturing experience in fabrication, weld, paint, and assembly helpful Great Plains Manufacturing, headquartered in Salina, KS, is a proud subsidiary of Kubota with more than 50 years as a Kansas leader in the design, engineering and manufacturing of agricultural implements, including seeding, tillage, and landscaping equipment. Our new Construction Equipment Division adds Kubota-branded skid steers, compact track loaders, and CE attachments, supported by Kubota Construction R&D Engineering in Salina. Operating in eight Kansas communities with multiple divisions, including Great Plains Ag; Land Pride; Great Plains International; and the Construction Equipment Division, we employ over 2,000 people and are committed to innovation and professional growth. If you are self-motivated, goal-oriented, and collaborative, explore our open opportunities at www.WorkForGPM.com .