Industrial Engineer

## Description **Shift/Hours: Full-TimeHours: Monday – Friday 8:00a – 4:30pLocation: Boonville, MO (onsite)Department: EngineeringReports To: Director** **Job Summary** The Industrial Engineer analyzes, designs, and optimizes integrated systems of people, materials, equipment, information, and processes to improve productivity, quality, efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance overall value in manufacturing, logistics, supply chain, or service environments. This role combines engineering principles, data analysis, lean methodologies, and business acumen to develop innovative solutions that minimize costs, ensure quality standards, and support continuous improvement. Industrial Engineers work collaboratively across teams to implement process enhancements, manage projects, and drive operational excellence. **Key Responsibilities** **Process Analysis and Improvement** - Evaluate current manufacturing practices, production schedules, workflows, layouts, and specifications to identify inefficiencies, waste, and improvement opportunities. - Conduct time and motion studies, root-cause analyses, and data-driven assessments to recommend changes. - Design and implement lean manufacturing techniques, Kaizen events, Six Sigma projects, or other methodologies to enhance productivity and reduce costs. - Develop and test new production processes, control systems, and layouts to minimize waste while maximizing quality and customer value. **Quality and Cost Management** - Establish management control systems for cost analysis, financial planning, budgeting, and lifecycle cost evaluations. - Design and enforce quality control procedures and standards to ensure products meet specifications and regulatory requirements. - Reduce production issues, downtime, and defects through proactive quality assurance and process refinements. **Project and Operational Support** - Manage production schedules, coordinate resources, and oversee implementation of process changes or new systems. - Perform equipment evaluations, automation assessments, and feasibility studies for investments or upgrades. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., production, quality, supply chain) to integrate improvements and support long-range planning, facility design, or robotics initiatives. - Analyze data and statistics using tools like Excel or industry-specific software to inform decisions and document results. - Perform other duties as assigned. **Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)** - Measurable reductions in waste, cycle time, defects, or production costs (e.g., percentage improvements from implemented projects). - On-time and on-budget completion of process improvement initiatives and projects. - Achievement of quality targets and compliance with standards. - Positive impact on productivity metrics (e.g., output per labor hour, throughput). - Quality and adoption rate of recommendations, with feedback from stakeholders and teams. - Mitigating Workplace Risk through Data-Driven EHS Strategies. - Enhancing Workforce Well-being and Productivity via Targeted Ergonomic Interventions - Contributions to safety, efficiency, and overall operational performance. **Essential Skills and Qualifications** **Education and Experience** - Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a closely related technical field (Master’s preferred for senior roles). - Relevant experience in manufacturing, logistics, or process improvement (e.g., 2+ years preferred; entry-level with strong internships considered). - Exposure to lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement projects is highly desirable. **Skills and Attributes** - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with proficiency in data analysis, statistics, and root-cause methodologies. - Proficiency in tools such as CAD/simulation software, Excel/advanced data tools, process mapping, and project management software. - Excellent co…