Industrial Engineer

IFCO SYSTEMS; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Annual bonus and merit increases

Collaborative environment with growth

Job summary

IFCO SYSTEMS in McDonough, GA, is seeking a driven Industrial Engineer to improve processes, set work standards, and manage capital projects. The role focuses on cost reductions, efficiency improvements, and implementing new processes and equipment within automated manufacturing settings.

Ideal candidates have a solid lean background, CAD or layout experience, and strong data analysis skills to support continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or manufacturing.
• 2–5 years of practical experience in automated manufacturing environments.
• Working knowledge of CAD software or comparable software for layouts and process flow mapping.
• Experience in a manufacturing/operations environment.
• Strong lean manufacturing experience.
• Experience with automated productions.
• Experience in supplier management/equipment design and compliance to specification.
• Working knowledge of FMS.

Responsibilities

• Establish operational methods and work standards using various work measurement techniques.
• Identify, evaluate, and recommend changes or improvements in operational processes, procedures, and equipment; provide analysis to support changes.
• Perform cost studies, economic comparisons, and justification analysis.
• Optimize use of floor space, materials, personnel, and equipment.
• Support operations teams to improve efficiencies and resolve issues.
• Lead delivery of initiatives under the global service center strategy; execute per Director guidance.
• Maintain site drawings for design improvements and operation flow mapping.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or manufacturing

Tools

CAD software

FMS

Job description

We are the world market leader for reusable packaging containers (RPCs) for fresh food and are constantly optimizing our products.

We help make the food supply cycle for the population more sustainable. With our RPCs, safety for food transport is improved, there is less waste of food, and at the same time the lifespan of the products increases. Through our products and the need for less packaging material, we reduce the carbon footprint.

"The future is circular"

Summary:

To provide process improvements, set work standards, evaluate operational costs, validate capital expenditures, document operational procedures, determine the most economical process flows, and perform project management functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish operational methods and work standards using various work measurement techniques
• Identify, evaluate, and recommend changes or improvements in operational processes, procedures, and equipment, and to provide analysis to support these changes
• Perform cost studies, economic comparisons, and justification analysis
• Optimize use of floor space, materials, personnel, and equipment
• Support operations teams to improve efficiencies and resolve issues
• Play a key role in the implementation of new processes, equipment, and products
• Initiate, plan, execute, and control strategic projects to accomplish strategic goals
• Maintain site drawings used for site design improvements and operation flow mapping
• Lead delivery of assigned initiatives under the global service center strategy, executing to the direction, priorities, and standards set by the Director, Service Centre Excellence
• Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or manufacturing
• 2-5 years practical experience working in automated manufacturing environments
• Working knowledge of CAD software or comparable software dealing with layouts and process flow mapping
• Experience in a manufacturing/operations environment
• Strong lean manufacturing experience
• Substantial experience in automated productions
• Substantial experience in supplier management/equipment design and compliance to specification
• Working knowledge of FMS

Skills & Knowledge

• Product costing knowledge and ability to identify opportunities for cost reduction
• Experience with cross-functional collaboration and management
• Understanding and interpretation of engineering drawings
• Understanding of manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of quality and business systems
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment
• Planning and prioritizing activities
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to gather, analyze, and present data effectively
• Sound ability to diagnose and solve problems

What We Offer:

• Competitive benefits starting on the 1st of the month after hire.
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and company match.
• Annual bonus and merit increase potential.
• A collaborative environment with leadership development opportunities.

At IFCO, we believe that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, more competitive, and more resilient company.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences.

IFCO is an equal opportunity employer.

We do not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.