Decorah, IA

$65,000.00 - $80,000.00

Industrial Engineer

Job Title: Production Engineer

Location: Decorah, IA


Job Summary:

Identify issues related to product flow and apply lean principles to resolve process bottlenecks, minimize waste, and reduce work-in-progress (WIP). Supervise and manage a team of Industrial Engineering (IE) operators and technicians, providing clear directions, fostering skill development, and enhancing team performance for continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • At least 5 years of experience in Industrial Engineering
  • Root cause analysis, practical problem-solving skills, and Industrial Services Data collection experience
  • Knowledge of LEAN principles
  • Demonstrated ability to implement throughput improvement processes
  • Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and written/oral communication skills
  • Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize critical tasks

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and implement lean activities including 5S, standard work, visual management, pace to takt, value stream mapping, Kaizen, and 8D to eliminate waste and enhance productivity
  • Develop facility Leads, Supervisors, and Managers by driving a culture of continuous improvement (CI) and operational excellence
  • Track and lead continuous improvement activities across all functional areas
  • Standardize and optimize manufacturing processes, sequences, layouts, and flow
  • Create detailed plans, monitor project performance, and ensure timely completion of improvement projects and savings goals
  • Design and plan equipment and machine layouts, workflow, and safety precautions
  • Manage equipment capital expenditures, including design, vendor selection, procurement, and implementation
  • Collaborate with the Operations Manager and site Leadership team to develop a continuous improvement roadmap
  • Develop capacity modeling, production planning tools, and time standards

Salary: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00

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