Manager, Industrial Engineering

Industrial Engineering Manager

Kalmar Solutions LLC is looking for a driven and experienced Industrial Engineering Manager for the Terminal Tractor manual assembly plant in Ottawa, KS. This person will be responsible for optimization of our production processes and championing continuous improvement initiatives across our operations. This position is vital for streamlining our manufacturing systems and fostering a culture of operational excellence.

• Base Salary: $160k - $210k per year
• Eligible for Annual Bonus
• Eligible for Annual Salary Review & Merit Increase
• Willing to provide Relocation Assistance

• Team Leadership
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  Manage, mentor, and develop a team of Industrial Engineers, guiding their daily activities and fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture to support manufacturing goals.
• Process Optimization
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  Evaluate and refine existing manufacturing workflows to eliminate waste, reduce lead times, and improve overall operational efficiency.
• Lean Implementation
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  Lead and execute Lean manufacturing methodologies such as 5S, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping across the production floor.
• Quality Enhancement
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  Develop and implement robust quality control procedures to ensure product consistency and meet industry-leading standards.
• Cross-functional Collaboration
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  Partner closely with production, design, and supply chain teams to troubleshoot manufacturing challenges and drive seamless product life cycles.
• Project Management
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  Oversee facility layout updates and capital equipment installations to maximize throughput, safety, and productivity.

• Rewards that truly count
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  We offer meaningful development opportunities through varied assignments, fair and gender-neutral pay, and flexible working conditions — all within a culture that values your growth and celebrates success.
• Work-Life Balance
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  Our generous time-off policy includes vacation time, personal/sick time, paid/floating holidays, and paid parental leaves, supporting a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
• Safety that moves us forward
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  Build your career with a company rooted in safety since the 1940s, ensuring stability and an environment that empowers you to speak and be heard.
• Purpose that drives change
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  You'll contribute to solutions that transform global trade, creating environmental and operational innovations. You'll be in the driver's seat of ideas, developing digital technologies that set industry standards and position us as the forerunner.
• People who move together
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  You'll collaborate with people who build lasting relationships through global expertise, connections, and a commitment to sustainability.

• Educational Qualifications
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  Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Leadership Experience
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  Proven track record of managing people, specifically with demonstrated experience leading, mentoring, and developing a team of Industrial Engineers.
• Manufacturing Background
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  Strong practical experience working within a manual assembly environment, with capabilities in production systems, equipment troubleshooting, and process design.
• Lean Expertise
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  Proven hands‑on experience in leading Lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects in an industrial setting.
• Safety Commitment
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  Strong awareness and adherence to safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment for yourself and your colleagues.