Industrial Engineer

Franklin Electric

Wilburton (OK)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off & holidays

Vacation Time

Paid parental leave & on-site mother-

401(k) with matching & service

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Franklin Electric in Wilburton, OK is seeking an Industrial Engineer to support continuous improvement by analyzing, developing, and implementing efficient production methods.

You will establish labor standards, evaluate layouts, optimize workflows, and work cross-functionally with operations, engineering, and production teams to ensure products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and to the required quality levels.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
0–2 years of experience in industrial engineering or manufacturing.
Basic understanding of time studies and labor standards.
Familiarity with Lean, 5S, or continuous improvement methods.

Responsibilities

Analyze production processes to identify cost, quality, and throughput improvements.
Develop standardized manufacturing methods and procedures.
Establish labor standards using time studies and data analysis.
Plan facility layouts, material flow, and equipment placement.
Support ergonomic assessments and safe workstation design.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process changes.

Skills

Time studies

Work measurement

Labor standards

Data analysis

Lean

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel

CAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Excel

CAD

Job description

Are you ready to join a collaborative team where your technical strengths support meaningful work in helping provide access to water, fuel, and electricity across global communities?

Department: Engineering
Location: US - Oklahoma - Wilburton

We are seeking an Industrial Engineer who will support continuous improvement efforts by helping analyze, develop, and implement efficient production methods. This role assists in determining labor standards, evaluating facility layouts, supporting process optimization, and identifying opportunities for ergonomic, material‑flow, and cost improvements. The Industrial Engineer will work cross‑functionally with operations, engineering, and production teams to ensure products are manufactured efficiently, safely, and at expected quality levels.

What You Will Be Doing

Support investigations into production processes to identify opportunities for improvement in quality, cost, and throughput.
Assist in developing standardized methods and procedures for manufacturing operations.
Help establish and maintain labor standards using time studies, work measurement tools, and data analysis.
Participate in planning activities related to facility layouts, material flow, and equipment placement to improve efficiency.
Conduct ergonomic assessments to help create safe and efficient workstations.
Work with cross‑functional teams to implement process changes, document instructions, and monitor performance.
Analyze production data to support manpower planning and capacity assessments.
Contribute to cost‑reduction initiatives through waste elimination, improved workflow, and optimization of material handling.
Provide general support for continuous improvement initiatives such as 5S, Lean, or Kaizen events.

What We Want

Hard‑working winners. Confident, competitive, and results‑oriented professionals who create a track record of success.
Dedicated achievers. People who thrive in a fast‑paced environment and will stop at nothing to ensure a project is complete and meets regulations and expectations.

What You Need

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
0–2 years of experience in industrial engineering, manufacturing, or related areas (internships or co‑ops acceptable).
Basic understanding of time studies, work measurement, and developing labor standards.
Exposure to facility layout planning, workflow optimization, or ergonomic assessments through coursework or early career experience.
Familiarity with Lean, 5S, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
Ability to analyze production data and support process improvement initiatives.
Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to contribute effectively in cross‑functional environments.
Proficiency with common engineering tools and software (Excel, CAD, process mapping tools).
Clear communication skills and the ability to document and communicate process changes.
Willingness to learn manufacturing processes, material flow concepts, and cost‑reduction techniques.

Computer Skills