Jobs · Management · Utah

Industrial Engineer III, Continuous Improvement

AV · West Valley City, UT · 2 mo ago
On-siteManagement$91k–$139k/yrFull-time

Position Responsibilities

  • Analyze existing production processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and potential areas for improvement.
  • Experience with ramping up production volumes from low initial rates to higher volume full rate productions with demonstrated success.
  • Develop and implement process improvements using Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
  • Implement and manage lean application development at site level, including but not limited to training on lean tools, assessments, and site development action plans.
  • Generate value stream maps, identify opportunities for improvement, manage improvement plan.
  • Develop capacity models for new and current production processes. Analyze and maintain models after improvements.
  • Experience with Digital Twin Simulation software for modeling, scenario management, and optimization of factory processes.
  • Develop and execute the strategy for visual management and real-time data display across the manufacturing facility, aligning with overall business objectives and strategies.
  • Standardize the visual reporting practices and ensure consistency across all production lines and shifts.
  • Analyze KPI trends and provide actionable insights to management and floor supervisors to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Foster a culture of accountability by empowering teams to use data to make decisions and take action.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

  • Bachelor’s degree required in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • Advanced degree, MBA or MS is preferred.
  • 5-8 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Advanced understanding in Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
  • Ability to work at a minimum of 80% of the time on the production floor.
  • Experience with simulation software (e.g., SIMIO) and CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
  • Displays strong initiative, drive to accomplish goals, and meet company objectives.
  • Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past deliverables.
  • Ability to prototype and iterate on visual designs.
  • Experience with 3D printing software, equipment, and materials.
  • Strong data analysis skills, with proficiency in using tools such as Minitab, Excel, and SQL.

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical, time management and organizational skills.
  • Strong computer skills and proficiency with office software and productivity tools.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
  • Works well with little or no supervision and exercises independent judgement on a regular basis.
  • Ability to gain cooperation of others, conducting presentations of technical information concerning specific projects or schedules.

Physical Demands

  • Ability to sit, stand, stoop, reach, lift up to 35 lbs., bend, etc.
  • Hand and wrist dexterity to utilize the computer.
  • May require travel to sites/program and special functions.

Environmental Conditions

  • Critical to Performance Work is in an office and manufacturing environment, climate controlled through central air conditioning/heating.
  • May have some exposure to outside environment while traveling.

Special Requirements

  • U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.
  • Must be able to travel within the Continental U.S. and internationally when required.

Training

  • This role requires weekly travel from Salt Lake City, UT to Simi Valley, CA for training for the first three months of employment.
  • Training occurs Monday through Friday, three weeks per month.
  • Travel, lodging, meals, and ground transportation will be provided.
  • After the training period, the position is based in Salt Lake City, UT.

Clearance Level

  • No Clearance

Salary Range

  • $91,000 - $138,750

About AV

  • AeroVironment is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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