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.
The Industrial Engineer plans the utilization of facilities, equipment, materials, and personnel to improve the efficiency of warehouse, manufacturing, and/or logistics operations. This role supports equipment, parts, and supply operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, cost, and environmental goals.
Position Responsibilities May include:
Analyze equipment capacity based on forecasted demand, product design changes, current equipment, and performance. Establish standards for process routings and create new routings per those standards. Analyze workforce utilization, facility layout, and operational data to improve productivity and efficiency. Establish work measurement programs and analyze work samples to develop standards for labor utilization. Recommend methods for improving worker efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities, such as restructuring job duties. Maintain routings per Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) with minimal direction. Report status of work externally to the team. Calculate the time required to perform tasks or complete production stages and set performance standards. Identify opportunities for cost reduction, increased quality, and workflow improvements. Coordinate project work internally within the department and externally with other departments to ensure on-time completion. Participate in the design of analyses while gathering necessary data, utilizing SQL and basic database knowledge. Lead individual work assignments with minimal guidance, setting an example for less experienced Industrial Engineers. Establish continuous improvement goals and execute action plans. Perform other job duties as required by supervisor/manager. Knowledge & Skills Familiarity with multiple manufacturing processes and efficiency analysis techniques. Complete understanding of Safety, Quality, Cost, and Delivery (SQCD) metrics. Proficient in SQL and database knowledge. Knowledgeable in Lean, Kaizen, and 5S principles. Good understanding of Routing and Bill of Materials (BoM). Strong software skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SQL). Effective analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong organizational and time management skills. Effective project management skills. Proficient verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in teams. Ability to apply good judgment, strong work ethics, and integrity on the job. Experience 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing, logistics, warehouse design, or process improvement. Experience in projects, analyses, or studies such as Kaizen, capacity analysis, or time studies preferred. Education/Certification Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field required. Six Sigma certification is a plus. People Management No Physical Requirements / Work Environment Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. Some lifting may be required (up to 30 lbs.). Reports To Supervisor or Manager Equal Employment Opportunity The Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin, veteran status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company complies with all federal and state regulations and statutes regarding individuals with disabilities.
