Industrial Engineer

Q-Edge Corporation, Foxconn; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Q-Edge Corporation is seeking an Industrial Engineer to lead lean initiatives and optimize plant layouts in the Houston area. You will conduct time studies, develop visual SOPs, and coordinate cross-functional efforts to improve process efficiency and safety.

You will design and validate layouts using AutoCAD/DraftSight, perform ROI analyses, and drive 5S practices across production, warehouse, and office spaces. Collaboration with global teams is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in industrial engineering, process improvement, manufacturing, or production optimization.
• Experience with Lean/5S and layout optimization.

Responsibilities

• Resolve CMC503-related issues and optimize system flow.
• Coordinate SFC Web issues between Production and IT teams.
• Create and maintain system flowcharts and process-improvement plans.
• Manage major system changes, including Work Order modifications.
• Verify No Good, Repair, Re-print and Rework flowcharts with cross-functional teams.
• Conduct Virtual Trial Runs before new production launches.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Gemba walks

Process improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Time studies

SOP development

Layout optimization

Workflow analysis

5S implementation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

DraftSight

Windchill

Job description

SUMMARY:

• System: Resolve CMC503/SFC Web issues, manage Work Order modifications, and validate NG/Rework flowcharts through cross-functional collaboration.


• Lean & Standardization: Conduct time studies for UPH/UPF metrics, perform "Gemba" walks, and create visual SOPs to align with Lean/5S principles.


• Facility & Layout Design: Design optimal plant layouts, material handling systems, and warehouse spaces using AutoCAD/DraftSight; conduct cost-benefit analyses (ROI) for layout changes.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Resolve CMC503-related issues, including error message troubleshooting, system flow modifications, and new routing setup.


• Coordinate SFC (MISP) Web issues by aligning changes between the Production and IT teams.


• Develop system flowcharts and created comprehensive process improvement plans.


• Manage major system changes, including Work Order (WO) modifications and product switchovers.


• Verify NG (No Good), Repair, Re-print and Rework flowcharts, and validated the processes with cross-functional teams.


• Conduct Virtual Trial Runs prior to the launch of new production.


• Collaborate with the China team to align on system logic


• Design SFC (MISP) Web Report Logic with cross-functional teams.


• Modify, create and revise the SOP according to the standard process on Windchill


• Obtain all cycle time calculations and UPH (Units Per Hour) data for each machines for each product


• Conduct time study method in order to get UPF for each machine


• Conduct "Gemba" walks to verify that written SOPs match actual operator practices (Standard Work).


• Create visual SOPs (photos, videos, flowcharts) to replace the text document


• Design NG (No Good), Repair, Re-print and Rework flowcharts, and validated the processes with cross-functional teams.


• Layout Design, Space Utilization, and Space Planning for Warehouse, office, production and non-production line.


• Design and implement optimal plant layouts (Product, Process, workflow) based on production volume and product mix.


• Develop 2D layout drawings using AutoCAD, DraftSight, or equivalent software.


• Design material handling systems (conveyors, AGVs, forklift routes, racks charging area) to support efficient flow.


• Optimize dock and warehouse layouts for receiving and shipping efficiency.


• Identify bottlenecks and redesign layouts to relieve constraints


• Prepare cost-benefit analyses for layout changes and new equipment purchases (e.g., ROI and Payback Period).


• Ensure layouts comply with OSHA & Fire Marshall local safety regulations (aisle widths, fire exits, emergency equipment).


• Implement 5S as the Foundation of Lean Manufacturing.


• Coordinate machine relocation and line changeovers with minimal production downtime.

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field required.

WORK EXPERIENCE (Years of experience in the industry and functional area):

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in industrial engineering, process improvement, manufacturing, or production system optimization.