Senior Industrial Engineer

Job Title: Senior Industrial Engineer (salary)
Compensation: $115 to $125K

Location:

La Porte, IN
Direct Hire and Reports into the Maintenance Manager
Job Purpose
Lead and implement plant-wide capital expansion projects. Must be skilled at interpreting and establishing machine and equipment specifications. Can independently work with contractors and suppliers. Be a champion of TEAM facilitation - listen, seek input, and serve the business. Bring forward the VISION of the plant through budgeting, return on investment, KPI and risk management.
Job Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities


1. Contract reading, negotiation and supplier conflict resolution
2. AutoCAD (2D formatting skills, clean presentation of drawings)
3. Machine specification interpretation
4. Excellent communication skills are required, including active listening and effective speaking.
5. Team Oriented:
Ability to demonstrate cooperation and support.

MUST HAVE:

• $1M+ CAPX leadership experience (experienced in evaluating quotes, interpreting engineering specifications, ROI, supplier evaluation)
• Highly skilled in leading multiple and complex projects using MS Project / Gantt Charts. Must be skilled in Budgeting and RISK management.
• Plant Layout / AutoCAD skills
• Can independently lead capital improvement projects, manage contractors and provide executive level presentations.

This role qualifies for 10% annual bonus based on performance.

• Positive work-life balance
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage
• 401k plan with company matching 100% up to 5% of eligible earnings
• Safe Harbor Discretionary 3% Contribution
• Paid Time Off (2 weeks) + Paid Holidays (8 Paid Holidays)
• Professional development opportunities and tuition assistance

1. Skilled at Plant Layout and Design (including AutoCAD proposals)
2. Can lead LARGE (up to $30M) Capital Expenditure projects
3. Can develop proposals, provide cost justification and ROI (Return on Investment)
4. Work with city planning, manage building permitting process and legal proceedings.
5. Design and implement building and equipment modifications (i.e. utilities, power distribution, plumbing, etc...)
6. Skilled at developing, interpreting and optimizing machine specifications.
7. Lead cost reduction initiatives relating to OEE, energy usage, material conveyance, etc...
8. Skilled at project management. Assures on-time and within-budget completion of all projects.
9. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing (including process charting, standard work, visual management, error proofing, etc...)
10. Can lead kaizens and problem-solving activities