Industrial Engineer Lead

About the role

The Industrial Engineer Lead position is located on-site in Hamilton, Washington State. This role is responsible for optimizing complex systems, processes, and operations to improve efficiency, productivity, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Product Flow Analysis
• Optimizes material usage to reduce costs and improve plant-wide standardization
• Improves process flow and optimizes movement through bottlenecks and general practices
• Utilizes 5S principles to create tools and methodologies for the Janicki shop environment
• Optimizes and standardizes workflow and Project Team interaction with production
• Leverages ERP tools to control workflow and communicate method improvements to the global community
• Develops and maintains a Janicki Manufacturing Method
• Establishes and leads process and program-specific continuous improvement initiatives
• Evaluates and reduces waste in programs and processes through training and experience
• Works to stabilize processes statistically and uses the Scientific Method to implement improvements
• Evaluates the use of all plant-wide equipment to optimize workflow, processes, capabilities, and uses the Scientific Method
• Provides an IE perspective and input in the purchasing and implementation of new equipment and software
• Works with automation, facilities, and maintenance to provide solutions for quality, workflow, and general plant optimization
• Manages and oversees engineering projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget
• Develops detailed project plans, including resource allocation, timelines, and risk assessments
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, and supply chain, to achieve project objectives
• Utilizes data-driven decision making to optimize processes, improve efficiency, and enhance product quality
• Maintains project performance using key metrics and provides regular status updates to stakeholders
• Identifies and mitigates potential project risks while ensuring compliance with industry standards and company policies
• Facilitates communication between departments to ensure seamless execution and successful project outcomes

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering/Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Composite/Material Science, Industrial Engineering, or a similar field is required
• An advanced degree (M.S. Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering) is preferred
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products and Primavera is required
• Some experience with Catia and Unigraphics is required
• Extensive work experience (10+ Years) and other education may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in the English language
• Familiarity with a variety of the fields' concepts, practices, and procedures

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution
• Disability insurance as well as Life/AD&D insurance
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
• 401k with employer matching
• Paid time off and paid holidays (including two floating holidays)
• Education reimbursement program
• Several shift options
• Premium pay for off-shifts

Additional Information

Special Access Program or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position and requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program.

The salary range for this role is between $95,000 - $145,000, plus discretionary bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, and health benefits. Employees can also receive additional pay for off-shifts.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities