Industrial Engineer

Boise Cascade is seeking an onsite Industrial Engineer in Kettle Falls, WA to evaluate and improve plant performance in safety, quality, production output, and operating cost.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and improve plant performance in safety, quality, production output, and operating cost through research, experiments, data gathering, and preliminary findings.
• Recommend improvements using the Boise Improvement Cycle.
• Conduct in-house engineering feasibility studies, system trials, cost estimates, capital project planning, design, scheduling, and installations to optimize equipment.
• Manage all aspects of capital projects.
• Collaborate with plant management and maintenance personnel to resolve production issues and ensure operating efficiencies.
• Demonstrate adaptability, problem anticipation, and data-driven innovative solutions.
• Maintain industry knowledge, standards, best practices, and technological advances for maximum efficiency.
• May oversee environmental programs, permits, audits, and administration.
• May provide engineering oversight for software development and functionality.
• Communicate effectively in individual and group settings, adjusting language to audience needs.
• Read and interpret CAD drawings and blueprints.
• Apply project management concepts, systems, and techniques.
• Act as a participative and influential team player to achieve production and organizational goals.
• Maintain sound judgment and stable performance under stress or opposition (e.g., time pressure, job ambiguity).
• Demonstrate strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement.
• Perform other assigned duties and responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in engineering, wood science, computer science, or business.
• Developmental role focused on applying education and experience to technical aspects of the business.
• Exposure to various facets of the business to develop an in-depth understanding of operations at the region or plant level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Engineering, or Wood Products (Natural Resources).
• 0-4 years of experience in a related job function.
• Ability to understand and apply mathematical calculations and concepts.
• Proficiency in various computer applications.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Experience in continuous manufacturing operations and knowledge of wood products recommended.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement tools, facilitation, troubleshooting, and process controls is a plus.

Pay

$52,000–$78,000 per year

Benefits

• Medical + Prescription Drug coverage
• Dental + Vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare + Dependent Care)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings with company contribution
• Paid Time Off (20 days per year)
• Paid Holidays (10 per year)
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks)
• Life Insurance