Industrial Engineer

ERMCO • Dyersburg, TN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Engineer (ERP Support) is part of the Manufacturing Engineering team and focuses on building and updating manufacturing routings, defining operational sequences, work centers, and run hours per unit for both the current ERP system and a future ERP implementation. The role also supports the transformation and management of bills of materials (BOMs) and part master records within ERP systems. The ideal candidate has a strong industrial engineering background, strong analytical skills, and a record of improving processes in a manufacturing environment.

The position supports cost analysis and process optimization, Lean and Six Sigma continuous improvement, ERP implementation across manufacturing facilities, and the development of cost estimates and efficiency recommendations. It also involves preparing findings and progress updates for management and training and mentoring team members. The role is based in Dyersburg, Tennessee.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of related experience, including 3 or more years in industrial engineering or a similar role, focused on costing and time studies in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience applying Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to improve manufacturing processes.
• Strong background in cost analysis and process optimization.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities, including managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills and ability to present complex data clearly and concisely.
• Proficiency with industrial engineering tools and software for process mapping, time study, and cost analysis.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and disciplines.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Professional certifications in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Establish accurate process maps for manufacturing routings when they are not available.
• Work with other Industrial Engineers to verify time studies and work sampling for inclusion in the ERP system.
• Assist with cost analysis of manufacturing processes to identify cost-reduction and efficiency opportunities.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and finance teams to develop product and process cost models.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement and reduce waste.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures and work instructions based on time-study and cost-analysis findings.
• Participate in implementing the new ERP system across manufacturing facilities to optimize workflow and minimize production costs.
• Support management of bills of materials, particularly routing relationships.
• Support creation and maintenance of part master data.
• Support transformation and conversion of routing, BOM, and part master data for the new ERP implementation.
• Collaborate on evaluating and implementing manufacturing technologies and equipment to improve cost efficiency and productivity.
• Provide detailed cost estimates and efficiency recommendations to improve product development.
• Prepare reports and presentations on analysis findings, recommendations, and project progress for management review.
• Train and mentor team members on cost analysis, time-study techniques, and continuous improvement principles.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry trends, technologies, and best practices in industrial engineering and manufacturing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior