Industrial Engineer

SupportFinity™; Wilburton (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Franklin Electric in Wilburton, OK is seeking an Industrial Engineer to support production improvements, labor standards, and facility layout planning. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to drive efficiency and safety in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in a related field with 0–2 years of experience in industrial engineering, and has familiarity with Lean, 5S, and data analysis, plus CAD/Excel skills to map processes and support

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 0–2 years of experience in industrial/manufacturing engineering (internships or co‑ops acceptable).
• Basic understanding of time studies, work measurement, and labor standards development.
• Exposure to facility layout planning, workflow optimization, or ergonomic assessments.
• Familiarity with Lean, 5S, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Support investigations into production processes to identify opportunities for quality, cost, and throughput improvement.
• Help develop standardized methods and procedures for manufacturing operations.
• Assist in establishing labor standards using time studies and data analysis.
• Plan facility layouts, material flow, and equipment placement to improve efficiency.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments to create safe and efficient workstations.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to implement process changes and monitor performance.
• Analyze production data to support manpower planning and capacity assessments.
• Contribute to cost‑reduction initiatives through waste elimination and better material handling.

Skills

Time studies

Data analysis

Cross‑functional teamwork

Problem solving

Lean / 5S / Kaizen

Documentation & communication

Education

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

Tools

Excel

CAD

Process mapping tools

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

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

• Intermediate: CAD software, alphanumeric data entry, spreadsheet.
• Basic: Word processing/typing.

Why Work at Franklin Electric?

COMPANY VALUES & BENEFITS

• Generous paid time off & holidays
• Vacation Time
• Paid parental leave & on‑site motherhood rooms
• 401(k) with matching & service contributions
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance
• Short & long‑term disability
• Fertility & adoption support
• Undergraduate & graduate tuition reimbursement
• Professional development assistance
• Health & wellness programs