Job Description

Industrial Engineer – Production Systems & Continuous Improvement

Salary: $80,000 – $90,000

Location: On-site | Manufacturing Facility

Schedule: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking an Industrial Engineer to focus on optimizing production systems, improving manufacturing efficiency, and ensuring production lines operate at peak performance. This role is centered on production flow, line configuration, and operational effectiveness , rather than product or equipment design.

The Industrial Engineer will lead and support initiatives that improve throughput, quality, and consistency across manufacturing operations. This position includes ownership of special projects, oversight of engineering interns, and collaboration with technicians and operations teams to implement sustainable improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and improve production systems, workflows, and line layouts
• Lead manufacturing process improvement initiatives across operations
• Perform time studies , analyze labor and cycle times, and update routings accordingly
• Ensure work instructions and standard processes are accurate, effective, and up to date
• Support and lead line rebalancing, reconfiguration, and optimization projects
• Apply continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Kaizen, 5S, 5 Why, 8D, PPAP)
• Train, coach, and support manufacturing technicians during process changes
• Provide on-floor engineering support to resolve process, electrical, and production issues
• Mentor and oversee engineering interns
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and operational challenges and implement corrective actions
• Interpret and apply technical drawings and schematics to production processes
• Support adherence to ISO standards and internal quality systems
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, quality, and leadership teams
• Promote safety, quality, and operational excellence throughout the facility

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline)
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial production environment
• Strong working knowledge of electrical systems (required)
• Solid mechanical aptitude with practical manufacturing exposure
• Demonstrated ability to analyze processes, identify gaps, and implement solutions
• Hands-on experience with process improvement and production optimization
• Ability to develop, revise, and maintain technical documentation and standard work
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with technicians, engineers, and leadership

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting HVAC manufacturing systems or components
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
• Experience with leak detection or similar testing processes
• Background in electrical engineering or advanced electrical troubleshooting
• Experience mentoring interns or early-career engineers

Who This Role Is For

This position is well-suited for an Industrial Engineer who enjoys:

• Improving how production systems operate day to day
• Leading efficiency and throughput improvement efforts
• Working closely with manufacturing and operations teams
• Taking ownership of projects that directly impact production performance

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary: $80,000 – $90,000
• Stable, established manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to lead meaningful production and efficiency initiatives
• Career growth and professional development

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