Industrial Engineer

Ermco • Dyersburg, TN

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About The Position

The Industrial Engineer (ERP Support) works within the Manufacturing Engineering team to build and update manufacturing routings, including 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 across ERP systems.

The position applies industrial engineering, cost analysis, time-study, and process-improvement expertise to improve manufacturing efficiency and support ERP implementation across manufacturing facilities. It collaborates with manufacturing, engineering, and finance teams, and contributes to product cost estimates, operational recommendations, and continuous improvement.

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 and keen attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and project-management abilities, including managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to present complex data clearly and concisely.
• Proficiency with industrial engineering tools and software for process mapping, time studies, and cost analysis.
• Ability to work collaboratively 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 none are 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 cost models for products and processes.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to continuous improvement initiatives and waste reduction.
• 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.
• Improve the product development process through detailed cost estimates and efficiency recommendations.
• 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: Mid Level