INDUSTRIAL ENGINEER (Calhoun, Georgia, United States, 30701)

About the role

Mohawk is looking for an Industrial Engineer to facilitate and support capital improvement and maintenance projects within the Engineering function by utilizing strong knowledge of industry practices and standards. This role participates in cross-functional project teams to meet business challenges in the areas of operating budgets, project measurements and control for capability, efficiency, quality, timelines, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Develop, assess, and implement techniques and equipment of simple to moderate complexity used in production process to maximize the efficiency of the operations.
• Plan and design systems assigned that increase productivity by improving the integration of people, materials, systems, equipment, and finance.
• Research and may recommend more efficient and safer warehousing processes using new, existing, or modified machinery, equipment, or systems under the guidance of a more senior engineering staff member.
• Research, recommend, or may implement changes to work methods, materials, machinery, manpower allocation, and safety measures for project of simple to moderate complexity.
• Analyze and recommend changes to work operations to reduce noise, pollution, toxic chemicals, etc., under the direction of a more senior engineering staff member.
• Manage daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance and other reporting systems output as assigned.
• Assist in cross-functional projects or meetings as required under the direction of more senior engineering staff members.
• Work on projects and assignments as part of a large work team.
• Perform accurate analyses, conduct research, and draw meaningful conclusions about potential job/work-area impacts.
• Effectively apply functional, process, and procedural or technical knowledge to address business challenges.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• 2-4 years’ relevant experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD preferred.
• Six Sigma and/or Lean certifications are desirable.

Skills

• Demonstrates good knowledge of technical, process, and business principles as well industry practices and standards.
• Excellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Able to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential data.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite products.

Work Environment

• Involves walking long distances, standing for long periods of time, bending, stooping, and climbing or standing on machinery to make repairs.
• Occasional exposure to hazardous conditions caused by noise, moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, and other conditions associated with the high-traffic warehouse production floor.
• The work environment is a noisy, high-traffic facility that may not be climate-controlled.
• Flexible work schedule, including evening and night shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to wear personal protective gear correctly most of the day.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.