Job Description

Industrial Engineer       

JOB-10040130

Anticipated Start Date

Aug. 9, 2024

Location

San Antonio, TX

Type of Employment

Direct Hire

Employer Info

As a privately held designer and manufacturer of precision-engineered architectural light fixtures, this client has created an impressive company culture dedicated to professional development, community engagement, and a commitment to its employees’ growth.

Job Summary

The Industrial Engineer will lead lean continuous improvement projects on both existing and new processes.  This will include performing process audits, and time studies of existing assembly build processes, and will involve designing and creating new assembly fixtures, tools, and testers

Job Description

• Performs process audits, time studies, and line balancing of assembly build processes.
• Create or update assembly process work instructions as needed.
• Evaluate manufacturing assembly processes and practices and identify those needing improvements.
• Optimize material conveyance and inventory processes.
• Utilize Lean tools and methodologies to eliminate waste and maximize company value streams.
• Utilize Six Sigma tools and methodologies to reduce variation and defect rates across the company.
• Assist Manufacturing Engineers with actions required for new product introductions.
• Designs and specifies fixtures, tools and testers needed to achieve manufacturing goals.
• Comply with all company policies, rules, guidelines, and behavior expectations.
• Perform other duties as requested by the company.
• Facilitate Kaizen events to achieve the company’s goals.

Skills Required

• Strong understanding of Six Sigma and Lean tools (PDCA, DMAIC, DMADV, A3, 8D, Fishbone Diagram, SIPOC, Kaizen, 5 Whys)
• Knowledge on Lean Manufacturing Concepts including the 8 wastes, 
• Understanding of work measurement techniques such as MOST, time study and motion, Standard Time Data, Work Sampling, etc.
• Lean and Six Sigma Training
• Analyze and optimize workflow of resources associated with production processes.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office suite to include Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability in analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with all levels of staff from hourly workers to company executives.
• Experience using Solid Works, Syteline, Salesforce software packages.
• Experience working in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Two years or more experience working for a manufacturer in a lean centric role.

Education/Training/Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, Electromechanical/Mechatronics engineering from an accredited college.
• Preferred Education and Experience:
  • Five years of more experience working for a manufacturer in a lean centric role.
  • Experience advancing a manufacturing companies lean journey.
  • Lean/Six Sigma manufacturing certification.

Additional Requirements

• Working Environment:
  • Smoke free workplace.

Pay Rate/Salary

• $70,000 and up Depending on Experience

EEO/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer

The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job.  They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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