Industrial Engineer

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The Industrial Engineer will analyze, design, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance productivity. This role applies engineering principles and continuous improvement methodologies to support operational excellence across the organization.

• Process Improvement:
  Identify and implement opportunities to improve production workflows, reduce costs, and increase throughput.
• Data Analysis:
  Collect and analyze operational data to drive decisions on process optimization and resource utilization.
• Layout & Design:
  Develop and optimize plant layouts, material flow, and workstation design for maximum efficiency.
• Lean & Six Sigma:
  Lead projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement tools to eliminate waste and improve quality.
• Standard Work:
  Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Maintenance Leadership:
  Provide direction and technical support to maintenance technicians to ensure effective execution of preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
• Backup Supervisor:
  Supervise production in the event of supervisor planned absence.
• Capacity Planning:
  Support production planning and forecasting by analyzing capacity and resource requirements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with production, maintenance, and quality teams to ensure alignment on improvement initiatives.
• Technology Integration:
  Evaluate and implement automation and advanced manufacturing technologies where applicable.

• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in CAD software and data analysis tools.
• Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Experience with ERP and MES systems.
• Familiarity with TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) principles.
• Project management experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering.

• General manufacturing, warehouse and office environment.
• Visual acuity needed for close detail work and computer use.
• Moderate lifting is required at times.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the job, and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

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Job Family:
Engineering

Business Unit:
Akron Brass