Industrial Engineer

Rittal LLC • Urbana, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Engineer drives operational excellence through methods-time measurement (MTM), process optimization, lean manufacturing initiatives, and cost reduction. The role partners with production, engineering, quality, leadership, and global stakeholders to improve productivity, establish labor standards, enhance efficiency, and support world-class manufacturing practices. It is an onsite position in Urbana, Ohio.

The engineer analyzes workflows and production processes, develops improved layouts and work methods, maintains labor standards, leads continuous improvement efforts, and supports standardized work and manufacturing initiatives. The role also develops process documentation, analyzes operational and cost data, reports improvement results, and recommends solutions to improve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in Methods-Time Measurement (MTM) and/or MOST methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
• Ability to interpret manufacturing data and translate findings into actionable improvements.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to lead continuous improvement projects and influence cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and process improvement methodologies.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a Lean Manufacturing environment.
• Experience with standard work, single-piece flow, and cellular manufacturing.
• Familiarity with SAP routings and time data management.
• Experience using computer-based time estimating systems.

Responsibilities

• Use Methods-Time Measurement (MTM) methodologies to establish and maintain standard labor times.
• Analyze workflows and production processes to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and safety concerns.
• Design and implement improved production layouts and work methods to enhance productivity.
• Establish, update, and maintain labor standards across multiple product lines.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Identify opportunities to eliminate waste and improve process efficiency.
• Facilitate and participate in Kaizen and Continuous Improvement Process (CIP) activities.
• Support single-piece flow, standard work, and cellular manufacturing initiatives.
• Partner with headquarters and local teams to benchmark and implement world-class manufacturing practices.
• Develop, maintain, and improve work instructions, standard operating procedures, and related process documentation.
• Help ensure standardized processes are documented clearly and consistently followed in production.
• Collect, analyze, and report operational performance data and key metrics.
• Measure and communicate the impact of implemented process improvements.
• Support product cost analysis, simulations, and reporting.
• Conduct production cost analyses and identify cost-reduction and optimization opportunities.
• Support 6S initiatives to maintain a clean, organized, and efficient manufacturing environment.
• Monitor and report improvement progress to local leadership and global headquarters.
• Recommend and implement solutions to improve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity metrics.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Leadership.
• Stay current on MTM methodologies and industrial engineering best practices.
• Share knowledge, mentor colleagues, and contribute to a positive, collaborative workplace culture.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and bonus opportunity, starting at $80,000 plus a 7% bonus.
• Above-average benefits available on the first of the month following hire.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid volunteer time.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Pet insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Career growth and exposure to international best practices in industrial engineering and lean manufacturing.

What This Job Offers

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