Industrial Engineer

Modine Manufacturing • Jefferson City, MO

33d • Onsite

About The Position

We're seeking an Industrial Engineer with 3-5 years of experience to optimize manufacturing and warehouse operations. This role combines core IE methods (time studies, line balancing, layout design, ergonomics) with Lean/CI tools and warehouse engineering standards to improve flow, safety, and cost efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 3-5 years in manufacturing and/or warehouse environments applying IE principles.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Excel/Minitab, ERP/WMS systems.
• Knowledge of Lean tools, warehouse slotting, and engineered standards.

Nice To Haves

• Lean Six Sigma certification (GB/BB).
• Experience with low-volume/high-mix manufacturing and distribution center optimization.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineered labor standards (e.g., stopwatch studies, MOST, MTM), line balancing, and capacity analysis to improve throughput and reduce waste.
• Design optimized layouts for production cells, material handling, and warehouse using AutoCAD.
• Apply facility planning principles for space utilization and flow efficiency.
• Design and establish aisle space standards based on equipment type (forklifts, pallet jacks, tuggers), load type, and ensure compliance with OSHA and ANSI regulations.
• Analyze and improve warehouse processes: receiving, put-away, picking, packing, shipping, and inventory control.
• Implement slotting optimization for high-frequency items to improve picking efficiency and reduce travel time.
• Design efficient storage systems and material flow paths to minimize travel and handling.
• Develop and maintain standard work, SOPs, and visual controls.
• Lead and participate in group Kaizen events (5S, SMED, TPM, VSM) and sustain improvements.
• Monitor KPIs (OEE, lead time, changeover, inventory accuracy), production downtime (16 losses), and drive corrective actions.
• Maintain documentation for process flow diagrams, spaghetti charts, and plant/warehouse layout drawings.
• Apply ergonomic principles for manual handling zones and workstations.

Benefits

• Health & Well-being: Day One Competitive health, dental & vision insurance coverage Employee Assistance Program After 90 days of continuous employment Maternity Leave (12 weeks at 100% pay) 8 weeks of short term disability leave paid at 100% 4 weeks of paid parental leave paid at 100% Paternity Leave (4 weeks at 100% pay)
• Financial Benefits: 401k Retirement plan and company paid match Life Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Short Term Disability (company paid) Long Term Disability
• Work-Life Balance: Competitive time-off policies Tuition Reimbursement
• To view full benefits information: MyModine Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees