Industrial Engineer

Job Duties

• Identify, develop, and implement process and capital improvement initiatives that enhance manufacturing efficiency, productivity, and throughput.
• Manage capital expenditures, project budgets, timelines, and engineering performance metrics to ensure successful project execution.
• Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and external contractors to prioritize, schedule, and execute facility and equipment improvement projects.
• Lead engineering projects from planning through implementation while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and provide training to support new equipment, systems, and processes.
• Analyze manufacturing data and key performance indicators to identify opportunities for operational improvements and cost savings.
• Support long-term facility planning by evaluating future equipment, infrastructure, and manufacturing needs.
• Foster a collaborative, safety-focused work environment while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
• Ensure engineering activities comply with applicable food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing engineering or capital improvement projects from concept through completion.
• Working knowledge of industrial systems including electrical controls, PLCs, HVAC, boilers, compressors, plumbing, welding, and related manufacturing equipment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, spreadsheets, CAD software, and data analysis tools.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Able to travel up to 10% as needed.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment and able to lift up to 25 pounds when required.