Industrial Engineer I

ZOLL Medical•Deerfield, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

An Industrial Engineer is one with foundational knowledge of Industrial Processes, Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma and will use it to improve Operational Excellence within manufacturing, service, and distribution processes. An Industrial Engineer will support deploying, maintaining, and improving technical programs and processes for site Industrial Engineering, manufacturing operations, plant safety, continuous improvement, calibration / preventative maintenance, and on-the-job training programs. An Industrial Engineer will support execution of strategic projects and efforts aligned with business objectives. An Industrial Engineer will also execute needed ongoing operational support by utilizing knowledge of industrial engineering principles and Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma. At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our medical devices, software and related services are used worldwide to diagnose and treat patients suffering from serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions. The Acute Care Technology division of ZOLL Medical Corporation develops and delivers innovative lifesaving products and software solutions to EMS, hospital, public safety, and military customers globally. Products include AEDs, trauma kits, ventilators, temperature management solutions, and more. Our dedicated employees take pride in their commitment to improving patient outcomes while delivering world-class customer service. At ZOLL, you won't just have a job. You'll have a career—and a purpose. Join our team. It's a great time to be a part of ZOLL!

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent required
In depth experience in LEAN Manufacturing
Ability to teach Lean concepts
Strong written and verbal communication and facilitation skills
Strong knowledge in operational and business metrics
General Safety knowledge
Proficient in Microsoft Suite applications
Strong Analytical Skills
Proven success in project management skills
English - Expert

Nice To Haves

1-3 years of Manufacturing Operations experience preferred
1-3 years of experience in the Medical Industry preferred
Supply-chain knowledge preferred
Knowledge or use of ERP systems preferred
Knowledge of use of Documentation Control systems

Responsibilities

Lead collaboration with team members, supervisors, and other engineers to reduce cost and cycle time by improving processes through bottleneck and material flow analysis, optimizing plant layout, time and motion study, and problem solving techniques.
Supports execution of plans for Operational Excellence, strategic objectives including Lean/Six-Sigma and other total-cost improvement projects related to business objectives
Completes studies pertaining to cost control, cost reduction, inventory control, and production record systems. On the basis of these studies, develop and implement plans and programs for facility modifications and revisions to operating methods.
Analyze and improve the sequence of operations and process flow to safely maximize productivity of people, equipment, and facilities.
Supports activities to maintain and audit accurate labor standards through the use of standardized time study methods.
Ensure adequate facilities capacity, floor space, and utilities to support plant operations, and maintain current facilities layout drawings.
Supports collaboration with divisional safety, engineering, and production leaders to develop and deploy site operations safety programs.
Supports collaboration with cross-functional teams such as Production, Systems, Manufacturing, Test, and Quality Engineering to implement and improve processes.
Support the deployment, sustainment, and continuous improvement of manufacturing and service tools, fixtures, equipment, and systems while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
Develop efficient, effective systems for capturing critical process metrics for manufacturing operations as required
Ensure all documentation aligns with line design and make necessary changes where needed.
Follow all established policies, rules, regulations and procedures.