Industrial Engineer

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Broomfield (CO)

On-site

USD 97,000 - 131,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual base salary

Bonus target

Medical, dental, vision, life, and/ or

Internal development and growth

Paid time off

401(k) plan with employer matching

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Product discounts

Job summary

Hunter Douglas in the United States (Colorado region) seeks an Industrial Engineer to optimize manufacturing operations, design efficient layouts, and drive improvements in safety, quality, and delivery. You will work with Operations, Engineering, and Continuous Improvement to support new product launches and capacity planning.

The role emphasizes data-driven analysis, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration to achieve peak facility performance and sustained growth.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering.
Minimum 3 years of Industrial Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment; 5+ years preferred.
Experience conducting time studies, labor planning, cycle time analysis, and capacity planning.
Knowledge of plant layout design, process optimization, line balancing, and workflow improvement methodologies.
Experience performing ergonomic assessments and applying workplace safety principles.
Strong analytic, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills with the ability to make data-driven recommendations.
Effective communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel; Lean Manufacturing familiarity preferred.
Willingness to travel 10%+ as needed.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and optimize plant layouts, process layouts, and material flow strategies to improve safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
Conduct cycle time studies, labor analyses, and workforce planning activities to support production requirements and capacity utilization.
Analyze production processes and balance manufacturing lines to maximize productivity and eliminate inefficiencies.
Perform ergonomic assessments and safety evaluations, implementing corrective actions to reduce risk and improve workplace conditions.
Lead and participate in industrial engineering studies, capacity analyses, and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
Support new product launches and process transfers by establishing layouts, process flows, cycle times, and staffing requirements.
Partner with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain standard work, operational metrics, and performance improvement plans.
Identify and remove industrial engineering-related barriers that may impact safety, quality, productivity, or delivery performance.
All other duties as assigned

Skills

Time studies

Labor planning

Cycle time analysis

Capacity planning

Workflow improvement

Ergonomic assessments

Data interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel proficiency

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Industrial Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

None

Job description

Hunter Douglas is the world’s leading manufacturer of window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products. We are a brand that you know and trust. With more than 100 years of innovation, we’ve defined our industry with proprietary products that deliver revolutionary style and functionality and can be found in millions of homes and commercial buildings globally.

We are searching for candidates that are driven, intelligent, creative, and entrepreneurial. By offering challenging and accelerated opportunities for growth, powered by a shared hunger for success, we create a space for your career to thrive. In return for your expertise, we are committed to providing competitive and robust total compensation and benefit packages to ensure you feel valued. Our dream is to become the fastest growing, most loved, window covering company in the world. What’s yours?

Position Overview

The Industrial Engineer plays a critical role in optimizing manufacturing operations by designing efficient plant layouts, improving process flows, and establishing accurate labor and capacity requirements. This position partners closely with Operations, Engineering, and Continuous Improvement teams to drive safety, productivity, quality, and delivery performance while supporting new product launches and operational excellence initiatives. Through data-driven analysis and process optimization, the Industrial Engineer helps ensure the facility operates at peak efficiency and is positioned to meet customer and business objectives.

What you'll do

Develop, implement, and optimize plant layouts, process layouts, and material flow strategies to improve safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
Conduct cycle time studies, labor analyses, and workforce planning activities to support production requirements and capacity utilization.
Analyze production processes and balance manufacturing lines to maximize productivity and eliminate inefficiencies.
Perform ergonomic assessments and safety evaluations, implementing corrective actions to reduce risk and improve workplace conditions.
Lead and participate in industrial engineering studies, capacity analyses, and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
Support new product launches and process transfers by establishing layouts, process flows, cycle times, and staffing requirements.
Partner with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain standard work, operational metrics, and performance improvement plans.
Identify and remove industrial engineering-related barriers that may impact safety, quality, productivity, or delivery performance.
All other duties as assigned

Who you are

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

Minimum of 3 years of Industrial Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment; 5+ years preferred.

Demonstrated experience conducting time studies, labor planning, cycle time analysis, and capacity planning.

Knowledge of plant layout design, process optimization, line balancing, and workflow improvement methodologies.

Experience performing ergonomic assessments and applying workplace safety principles in manufacturing environments.

Strong analytic, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills with the ability to make data-driven recommendations.

Effective communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel; familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies preferred.

Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments, including standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and occasionally assisting with moving materials weighing 50 pounds or more; ability to travel 10%+ as needed.

What's in it for you?