Industrial Engineer

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom is seeking an Industrial Engineer to improve plant layout and manufacturing flow at their Plymouth, MA site. This entry- to mid-level role focuses on Lean, 5S, and Six Sigma principles to enhance operational efficiency and reduce cycle times.

The ideal candidate has hands-on plant layout experience, a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline, and 2–4 years in manufacturing. AutoCAD experience is preferred for design tasks and project support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or related Engineering discipline.
• 2–4 years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or continuous improvement.
• AutoCAD or similar layout design software experience preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and improve plant and production floor layouts.
• Optimize equipment placement, work cells, material flow, and space utilization.
• Identify bottlenecks and improve manufacturing workflow and productivity.
• Lead/support Lean, 5S, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct process, workflow, capacity, and time studies.
• Support equipment moves and implementation of new production processes.
• Develop standard work, procedures, and process documentation.
• Work closely with manufacturing, quality, engineering, and operations teams.

Skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Our client is seeking an Industrial Engineer to improve plant layout, manufacturing flow, and overall operational efficiency. This role is ideal for an early-career engineer with hands-on plant layout design experience and knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Design and improve plant and production floor layouts.
• Optimize equipment placement, work cells, material flow, and space utilization.
• Identify bottlenecks and improve manufacturing workflow and productivity.
• Lead/support Lean, 5S, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct process, workflow, capacity, and time studies.
• Support equipment moves and implementation of new production processes.
• Develop standard work, procedures, and process documentation.
• Work closely with manufacturing, quality, engineering, and operations teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or related Engineering discipline.
• 2–4 years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or continuous improvement.
• AutoCAD or similar layout/design software experience preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

This is a direct-hire opportunity located onsite in Plymouth, MA.