Industrial Engineer

Position Summary

The Industrial Engineer is responsible for improving manufacturing efficiency, productivity, and cost performance in a commercial HVAC production environment. This role analyzes processes, labor standards, material flow, and layout to optimize production of HVAC equipment while maintaining quality, safety, and delivery requirements. The Industrial Engineer partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Process Improvement & Lean Manufacturing

• Analyze manufacturing processes to identify waste, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities
• Lead and support Lean initiatives including Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and 5S
• Implement standardized work to improve consistency, safety, and productivity
• Support continuous improvement projects focused on throughput, labor utilization, and cost reduction

• Time Studies & Labor Standards

• Conduct time studies and work measurement analysis
• Establish and maintain labor standards for production and assembly operations
• Support capacity planning and staffing models based on demand and seasonal fluctuations
• Partner with Operations to balance production lines and optimize labor deployment

• Layout & Material Flow

• Design and improve plant layouts to optimize material flow and minimize handling
• Support point-of-use material strategies and warehouse-to-line replenishment
• Evaluate ergonomics and workstation design to improve safety and productivity

• Production Support & Performance Metrics

• Analyze production data to identify trends in efficiency, scrap, rework, and downtime
• Develop and maintain KPIs such as labor efficiency, cycle time, takt time, and throughput
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues
• Aid in ramp-ups, new product introductions (NPI), and process changes

• Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure process changes align with quality standards and safety requirements
• Support PFMEA, control plans, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Partner with EHS and Quality teams to drive injury reduction and defect prevention

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering, Supply Chain, and Maintenance
• Support engineering change implementation with minimal production disruption
• Provide data-driven recommendations to leadership

Required Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field

• 2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment (HVAC, heavy equipment, or engineered products preferred)

• Experience supporting assembly lines, fabrication, or configurable products

• Familiarity with ERP/MES systems and manufacturing data analysis

Preferred Experience:

• In commercial HVAC or engineered-to-order manufacturing

• Knowledge of mixed-model or low-to-medium volume production environments

• Familiarity with AutoCAD or layout/design tools

• Leverage Lean or Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher)

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Solid knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and work measurement

• Experience with time studies and labor modeling

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with data visualization tools a plus

• Effective communication and change-management skills

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental plans

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance

• Group term life insurance coverage

• HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care plans available

• 8 paid holidays, 4 floating holidays, and generous PTO policy

• 401k matching

• Company paid events

• Annual safety shoe allowance

• Education assistance program

EEO Statement

MAS HVAC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other legally protected status. Employment decisions at MAS HVAC are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and actively promote a culture of fairness, equity, and opportunity. We also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances, in accordance with applicable laws.