Industrial Engineer

Ichor•Sauk Rapids, MN

19d

About The Position

The Industrial Engineer evaluates and improves CNC milling, turning, and multi-axis machining processes to eliminate bottlenecks, reduce scrap, and improve manufacturing performance. The role conducts time and motion studies, establishes labor standards and takt times, develops standard work instructions, and improves tooling, fixtures, automated loading equipment, and shop-floor layouts. The engineer collaborates with programmers, machinists, and quality teams to prove out programs, refine cutting parameters, address dimensional non-conformances, and maintain accurate ERP production records, including Bills of Materials, routings, and process travelers. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related mechanical discipline, and five years of hands-on engineering experience in precision machining or metal-cutting manufacturing. Candidates should understand CNC operations, cutting tools, blueprint reading, and GD&T; be proficient in CAD/CAM software; be familiar with ERP/MRP systems; and have working knowledge of Lean, 5S, Kaizen, and Six Sigma problem-solving frameworks. Lean Six Sigma certification, machine-monitoring or analytics experience, and machining-cell automation experience are preferred. For candidates based in Minnesota, the stated annual pay range is $86,300–$146,700. Ichor offers medical, dental, and vision plans across all locations, a paid time-off program, and paid holidays. The position is at an ITAR-compliant business site, where employment is limited to US Persons as defined in the posting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related mechanical discipline.
Five years of hands-on engineering experience in a precision machining or metal-cutting manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of CNC machining operations and cutting tools.
Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T.
Proficiency in CAD/CAM software, such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.
Working knowledge of Lean, 5S, Kaizen, and Six Sigma problem-solving frameworks.
For the ITAR-compliant site, eligibility as a US Person under the definition provided in the posting.

Nice To Haves

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
Experience with machine-monitoring software, such as MachineMetrics, or advanced data analytics, such as Power BI.
Experience with robotic automation or pallet-changer systems in high-mix/low-volume or high-volume machining cells.

Responsibilities

Evaluate CNC milling, turning, and multi-axis machining processes to eliminate bottlenecks and reduce scrap.
Conduct time and motion studies and establish labor standards, standard work instructions, and takt times.
Design and improve custom workholding fixtures, cutting tools, and automated loading equipment to enhance safety and repeatability.
Optimize shop-floor layouts for raw materials and finished parts to improve material flow and reduce work-in-process.
Collaborate with programmers and machinists to prove out new programs and refine cutting parameters, including speeds and feeds.
Partner with quality teams to resolve dimensional non-conformances and drive corrective actions, such as 8D and Fishbone analysis.
Create and maintain accurate Bills of Materials, routings, and process travelers within the ERP system.