Industrial Engineer

Guhring USA; Town of Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Guhring USA is seeking an Industrial Engineer to drive manufacturing efficiency and cost improvements. The role entails developing routings, labor standards, and process structures across tool families, while providing support through technical drawings and process documentation.

The candidate will maintain ERP data, analyze costs, and lead Lean initiatives including 5S and Kaizen to improve throughput and quality. Strong cross-functional collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• At least 5 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of IE principles and continuous improvement.
• Experience with labor standards development and time studies.
• Knowledge of Lean, 5S, Kaizen, and value stream mapping.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve routings, labor standards, and process structures.
• Create routings for reconditioning, coating, and modified products.
• Provide technical drawings, process documentation, and engineering support.
• Maintain ERP data for planning, scheduling, and cost reporting.
• Analyze routing accuracy and costs of process changes.
• Conduct time studies to establish labor standards.
• Monitor production performance and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with supervisors to improve work center performance.
• Audit processes for compliance and identify improvements.
• Lead Lean, 5S, Kaizen initiatives.

Skills

Industrial engineering

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Kaizen

Value stream mapping

Time studies

ERP systems

Process optimization

Project management

Manufacturing documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Business related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Manufacturing software

Job description

Summary Of Position

The Industrial Engineer will be responsible for engineering needs demonstrating skills in plant troubleshooting, process design, project management and implementation, and business software development and implementation. The Industrial Engineer will be responsible for interfacing with other parts of the organization which include quality, manufacturing, new product development, process control and monitoring.

• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve manufacturing routings, labor standards, and process structures for production tool families based on established work standards and operational requirements.
• Create and maintain routings for reconditioning, coating, and modified standard product operations while ensuring accurate process flow and manufacturing documentation.
• Support manufacturing and reconditioning operations by providing technical drawings, process documentation, and engineering support as required.
• Maintain process codes, production standards, and system data within ERP and manufacturing systems to ensure accurate planning, scheduling, and cost reporting.
• Analyze routing accuracy, labor standards, and cost impacts associated with process changes and implement updates as necessary.
• Conduct time studies and process evaluations to establish, validate, and improve labor standards and manufacturing performance metrics.
• Monitor planned versus actual production performance, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Collaborate with production supervisors and operational leadership to improve work center performance through standardized work, process improvements, and enhanced work instructions.
• Audit manufacturing processes and procedures to ensure compliance with established standards and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Support the selection, procurement, and implementation of tooling, fixtures, equipment, and process enhancements to improve manufacturing performance.
• Lead and participate in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility.
• Analyze production workflows, material flow, and plant layouts to identify opportunities for efficiency gains, waste reduction, and improved throughput.
• Develop and maintain facility and production layouts to support operational requirements and future growth initiatives.
• Participate in cross-functional projects related to new product introduction, process development, capacity planning, and operational improvements.
• Generate and communicate performance data, project updates, and engineering recommendations to management and key stakeholders.
• Support cost reduction initiatives while maintaining quality, safety, and customer requirements.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Business related field
• At least 5 years in manufacturing environment.

Skills/Experience

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, industrial engineering principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with labor standards development, time studies, work measurement techniques, and process optimization.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, and waste reduction principles.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, manufacturing software, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to analyze production data and develop actionable recommendations for improving operational performance.
• Effective leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Experience developing process documentation, work instructions, and manufacturing standards.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, blueprints, and manufacturing documentation.
• Familiarity with cutting tool manufacturing, tooling terminology, and machining processes is preferred.
• Understanding of manufacturing quality systems, production control, and process improvement techniques.