Industrial Engineer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5--10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated success driving process improvements
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools

Nice To Haves

• Six Sigma certification preferred
• Experience in flat glass or glass manufacturing operations preferred

Responsibilities

• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Lead Lean initiatives including Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping, and waste elimination efforts
• Implement and sustain Lean tools such as 5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, SMED, Kanban, and Poka-Yoke
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Optimize Productivity and Labor Efficiency
• Conduct time studies and develop labor standards to improve productivity
• Analyze staffing requirements and support line balancing and capacity planning
• Identify opportunities to improve throughput, reduce downtime, and increase operational efficiency
• Improve Manufacturing Processes
• Evaluate and improve manufacturing processes, workflows, and equipment utilization
• Optimize plant layout, production flow, and material movement throughout the facility
• Develop and maintain Value Stream Maps to support improved production performance
• Leverage Data to Drive Results
• Monitor and analyze key operational metrics including Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost
• Identify trends and opportunities related to scrap reduction, productivity improvements, and cost savings
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools to support data-driven decision making.
• Lead and Support Improvement Projects
• Partner with operations leadership to implement process improvements and Lean initiatives
• Manage improvement projects to ensure cost, schedule, and performance targets are achieved
• Develop equipment specifications, cost analysis, and improvement proposals that enhance operational performance
• Standardize and Sustain Best Practices
• Develop and maintain Standard Work documentation and process controls
• Ensure adherence to established procedures and continuous improvement standards
• Train and support teams in Lean tools and operational best practices

Benefits

• Competitive Wage
• Opportunity for growth
• Long standing business model in a changing market
• Premier company culture
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401K Matching
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay
• Discount programs