Industrial Engineer

Our client is 'Leading the Way' with a proven past and a progressive outlook, as such they have charted their own unique and successful path for their company. They're a family business driven by family values and have become a trusted leader in the electrical products manufacturing industry.

The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.

Our client is seeking an Industrial Engineer.

This is a direct-hire opportunity located in West MI.

Summary:
Analyze, recommend and implement process improvements by applying established operational standards using MTWM. Prepare method instructions to include tool identification, standard processing conditions, equipment specifications, operational sequences, material routings, standard time requirements, and labor efficiency.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Using MTWM, establish best methods standards for all operations
Train supervisors, lead people , and line people on improved methods
Research and implement improved technology
Help develop documented procedures for all operations
Ensure that safety and ergonomic considerations are built into each operation
Develop and manage capital projects as assigned
Determine and document the best methods to perform various manufacturing processes
Examine, recommend, implement and document new or alternate manufacturing processes, equipment & tooling
Assist in development of new products and their manufacturing methods
Improve safety and productivity while reducing costs of manufacturing processes
Analyze production reports to determine reasons for variances
Observe and analyze operations, making recommendations to improve methods, tooling and simplify operations to reduce costs of manufacturing
Over-sight of environmental compliance and product compliance to governing standard.
All Department processes and procedures documented and the appropriate individual(s) trained and cross-trained as necessary- elimination of tribal wisdom
Knowledge of all ISO processes, procedures, flowcharts, and quality policy
Responsible for driving Self-Managed Performance (SMP) through self- motivation, initiative, and participation
Cross Training in other work centers as needed for the business
Responsible for identification, documentation, segregation, evaluation and disposition of non-conforming product, services and systems
All department processes and procedures documented and the appropriate individual(s) trained and cross-trained as necessary
Must be willing to travel as required for the needs of the business

Required Education/Experience/Skills:
BSME, BSIE, or related field plus 5 years related experience in manufacturing environment.
Experience working with MRPII or similar system a plus
Experience in developing work measurements, standards, and costing
Safety and Ergonomics experience
Demonstrated ability to make things perform better
Demonstrated problem solving abilities
Proficient Verbal and Written English Communication Skills
Lean/Quality background
Continuous Improvement initiatives

Preferred:
Familiarity with MRPII

Technical Skills:
MSOffice - Intermediate proficiency
Engineering Drawing reading & interpretation
Numerical Reasoning & Ability
Problem solving and Issue Resolution

Behavioral Competencies:
Organized, Dependable & Reliable
Strong Analytical Thinking and Research Skills
Commitment to teamwork
Technical Support Skills
Leadership Effectiveness
Problem Solving Ownership and Issue Resolution
Conflict Management & Resolution
Project Management
Strategic Thinking and Planning

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