Industrial Engineer

Guhring•Brookfield, WI

25d

About The Position

The Industrial Engineer is responsible for engineering needs involving plant troubleshooting, process design, project management and implementation, and business software development and implementation. The role interfaces with quality, manufacturing, new product development, process control, and monitoring. The position develops and maintains manufacturing routings, labor standards, process structures, process documentation, and manufacturing system data. It supports production and reconditioning operations, evaluates process and cost performance, improves work-center efficiency and plant layouts, and contributes to tooling and equipment implementation. The Industrial Engineer also leads and participates in Lean and continuous improvement initiatives and supports cross-functional projects, cost reduction, and operational performance reporting.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a business-related field.
At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, industrial engineering principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience developing labor standards and conducting time studies, work measurement, and process optimization.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, and waste reduction principles.
Proficiency with ERP systems, manufacturing software, and Microsoft Office applications.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills.
Ability to analyze production data and develop actionable recommendations to improve operational performance.
Effective leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
Experience developing process documentation, work instructions, and manufacturing standards.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, blueprints, and manufacturing documentation.
Understanding of manufacturing quality systems, production control, and process improvement techniques.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with cutting tool manufacturing, tooling terminology, and machining processes.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and continuously improve manufacturing routings, labor standards, and process structures for production tool families.
Create and maintain routings for reconditioning, coating, and modified standard product operations, ensuring accurate process flow and documentation.
Provide technical drawings, process documentation, and engineering support to manufacturing and reconditioning operations.
Maintain process codes, production standards, and data in ERP and manufacturing systems to support planning, scheduling, and cost reporting.
Analyze routing accuracy, labor standards, and cost impacts of process changes, and implement updates as needed.
Conduct time studies and process evaluations to establish, validate, and improve labor standards and manufacturing performance metrics.
Monitor planned versus actual production performance, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions to improve efficiency and productivity.
Collaborate with production supervisors and operational leadership to improve work-center performance through standardized work, process improvements, and enhanced work instructions.
Audit manufacturing processes and procedures for compliance with established standards and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
Support the selection, procurement, and implementation of tooling, fixtures, equipment, and process enhancements.
Lead and participate in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility.
Analyze production workflows, material flow, and plant layouts to identify efficiency, waste reduction, and throughput opportunities.
Develop and maintain facility and production layouts to support operational requirements and future growth.
Participate in cross-functional projects involving new product introduction, process development, capacity planning, and operational improvements.
Generate and communicate performance data, project updates, and engineering recommendations to management and key stakeholders.
Support cost reduction initiatives while maintaining quality, safety, and customer requirements.