Industrial Engineer On-site

Title: Industrial Engineer - (On-site)

Location: Irondale, AL

Salary: $55,000-$65,000

Vaco is assisting a manufacturing company identify a highly motivated and innovative Industrial Engineer to optimize processes and drive operational excellence across their organization. This role combines elements of industrial engineering and continuous improvement to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and ensure seamless operations.

• Analyze workflows, production methods, and operations to identify areas for improvement and efficiency gains.
• Lead initiatives to implement Lean principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and other process improvement strategies.
• Collaborate with teams to design systems that improve production layouts, reduce costs, and enhance safety.
• Perform time studies, capacity planning, and resource utilization analyses.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of improvements.
• Conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective actions for recurring issues.
• Provide training and support for employees in adopting new processes and tools.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement through engagement and effective communication.

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of proven experience in industrial engineering and/or process improvement roles.
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools, simulation software, and workflow modeling.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively across teams.

Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries "we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring" are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law.

The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact  .

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.