Senior IE Engineer
SENIOR IE ENGINEER
About the Role:
The Senior Industrial Engineer (IE) Engineer plays a pivotal role in optimizing manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality within a manufacturing environment. This position involves analyzing current production workflows, identifying bottlenecks, and designing innovative solutions that align with organizational goals. The Senior IE Engineer collaborates closely with cross-functional teams including production, engineering, quality assurance and supply chain to implement process improvements and ensure seamless operations. They lead projects that drive continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging data-driven methodologies and industrial engineering principles. Ultimately, this role is critical in supporting the company’s commitment to operational excellence and sustainable manufacturing practices across its United States facilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt).
• Experience with manufacturing execution systems (MES) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) software.
• Familiarity with automation technologies and robotics integration in manufacturing.
• Proven leadership experience managing cross-functional teams and projects.
Responsibilities:
• Conduct detailed time and motion studies to evaluate manufacturing processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement process optimization strategies to increase production efficiency and reduce waste.
• Collaborate with production teams to design and refine workflows, equipment layouts, and workstations.
• Lead continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and other industrial engineering tools.
• Analyze production data and generate reports to support decision-making and track performance metrics.
• Train and mentor junior engineers and production staff on best practices and process improvements.
• Coordinate with maintenance and quality teams to ensure equipment reliability and product standards.
• Support capacity planning and resource allocation to meet production targets and deadlines.
Skills:
The Senior IE Engineer utilizes analytical and problem-solving skills daily to dissect complex manufacturing processes and identify inefficiencies. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential for working effectively with diverse teams and leading improvement initiatives. Proficiency in data analysis tools enables the engineer to interpret production metrics and make informed recommendations. Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies guides the design and implementation of process enhancements that drive operational excellence. Additionally, project management skills are applied to oversee multiple initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with strategic manufacturing goals.
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing and Manufacturing
Manufacturing
Full-time