Industrial Engineer

Boise Cascade Company•Chester, SC

2d•$58,000 - $75,600•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for evaluating and improving plant performance in the areas of safety, quality, production output and operating cost. This is a hands-on position that involves performing research, conducting experiments and gathering data in a plant environment while leading action teams to drive results. There is opportunity to study current production processes, recommend improvements utilizing the Boise Improvement Cycle and gain exposure to multiple departments. Successful candidates will develop broad, comprehensive knowledge and experience of the overall business in a plant environment, including but not limited to: safety, manufacturing processes and products, supervision, human resources, process improvement, engineering, finance, special projects, etc. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Wood Products, Forestry, Business, Engineering or related field required.
Ability to understand and apply mathematical calculations and concepts.
Computer skills in many types of applications.
Able to communicate effectively at all levels.
Comfortable in a plant environment.
Able to work with diverse teams.
Able to work a flexible schedule.

Nice To Haves

Degree in STEM related field.
0-4 years of experience in related job function.
Continuous manufacturing operation experience.
Knowledge of wood products.
Knowledge of continuous improvement tools, facilitation, troubleshooting and process controls.

Responsibilities

Evaluating and improving plant performance in the areas of safety, quality, production output and operating cost.
Performing research, conducting experiments and gathering data in a plant environment.
Leading action teams to drive results.
Studying current production processes and recommending improvements.
Gaining exposure to multiple departments.
Developing broad, comprehensive knowledge and experience of the overall business in a plant environment, including safety, manufacturing processes and products, supervision, human resources, process improvement, engineering, finance, and special projects.