Industrial Engineer I

Insteel Industries; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Professional growth

Paid time off

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Insteel Industries in Charlotte, NC is seeking an Industrial Engineer I to identify, justify, and implement projects that improve safety, quality, productivity, and reduce operating costs across our concrete reinforcing products operations.

You will gather and analyze manufacturing data, develop standard work, and support capital improvements with payback calculations, collaborating with plant leadership and master schedulers to drive measurable gains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Entry-level to three years of work experience; internship preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, justify, implement, and follow up on efficiency projects to reduce costs.
• Analyze manufacturing data to improve processes and equipment performance.
• Develop standard work procedures and maintain up-to-date documents and visuals.
• Support capital projects with cost estimates and payback analysis.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Strong communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Maximo

Data warehouse systems

Job description

Industrial Engineer I

Position Snapshot

Identifies, develops, justifies, implements, and follows-up on projects to reduce operating costs byimproving work methods, manufacturing processes, and pay systems for all facilities in the ConcreteReinforcing Products Business Unit.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

An individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily.Identifies, develops, justifies, implements, and follows-up on projects designed to improvesafety, quality, productivity, and reduce the overall operating cost for all facilities.Gathers and analyzes manufacturing data to evaluate and improve current manufacturing processes.Interprets, develops, plans, assigns, checks and directs work methods. Addresses work methodcomplaints and resolves problems. This includes ensuring all standard work procedures, documentsand visuals are up to date at each facility.Maintains costing data used by sales group and Master Scheduler on a quarterly basis.Establishes standards for machine performance and quality.Provides ideas to Engineering Group involving mechanical machine improvements.Assists General Managers in writing Capital Appropriations for projects/equipment.Assists in the management of capital improvement projects; focusing on accuracy and delivery ofprojected payback.Investigates, tests, and implements new technology into plant operations.Uses Activity Based Costing (ABC), financial, and P & L data to target improvementopportunities.Finds ways to lower setup and process related costs of operation methods.Performs special projects/analysis as required with emphasis on process improvement.Other duties may be assigned.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNone.

Professional Qualifications

Strong verbal and written communication skills.Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities to analyze complex issues and developeffective solutions.Proven ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-pacedenvironment.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams and acrossorganizational levels.Demonstrated initiative and resourcefulness in researching, troubleshooting, and resolvingchallenges.Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with integrity.Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering stronglypreferred.Broad knowledge of general technical field such as industrial engineering or processengineering.Entry level to three years work-related experience. Internship experience stronglypreferred.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee tosuccessfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made toenable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The role of an Industrial Engineer involves a variety of physical activities necessary to performessential job functions effectively. Continuous communication is required, with the ability to talkand hear clearly, either naturally or with correction. The position frequently involves standing,sitting, walking or moving throughout the facility, and performing repetitive movements duringanalysis and process evaluation tasks. Occasionally, the role may require bending, stooping,kneeling, crouching, crawling, stretching, reaching overhead, climbing or balancing, rotating thebody from sitting or standing positions, and using hands to grasp or manipulate tools, objects, orequipment. Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects up to 40 pounds may also be necessary onoccasion. Visual demands include constant observation, near and far acuity, color distinction,depth perception, peripheral vision, adaptation to varying lighting conditions, and frequentchanges in visual focus. Additionally, the role may involve occasional use of mechanical controlssuch as buttons, knobs, levers, cranks, and pedals, requiring hand-eye coordination and manualdexterity.

Work Environment

The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employeeencounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may bemade to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The work environment for this position is typically in an industrial manufacturing plant, withemployees regularly exposed to physical and environmental challenges. Workers are continuously(70–100% of the time) around moving and potentially dangerous machinery and are subject to loudnoise levels that require hearing protection. Frequently (30–70% of the time), they may encounterheat from both weather and industrial processes, as well as cold weather conditions. Occasionally(up to 30% of the time), the environment may include wet or humid conditions, slippery floors orramps, vibration from equipment, exposure to outside weather, dust, electrical shock hazards, andcontact with oil, grease, or solvents. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence tosafety protocols are essential in maintaining a safe and productive workspace in this industrialsetting.

Equipment Used

The Industrial Engineer regularly utilizes a computer and a variety of software tools essential todaily tasks, including AutoCAD, MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Maximo, and data warehouse systems. Thesetools are used continuously to support design work, data analysis, reporting, and communication.Frequently, the role also involves the use of a calculator and standard office equipment such as phones, printers, copiers, and fax machines. Occasionally, the engineer may work with handtools and operate vehicles or heavy equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts, and JLG lifts.Additional tasks may require interaction with manufacturing machinery and the use of testingdevices such as air monitors, light meters, pH testers, and multimeters. Measuring instrumentsincluding micrometers, calipers, tape measures, airflow meters, and tachometers are alsooccasionally used to support precision and quality in engineering assessments.

For your hard work, you receive:

• Competitive base pay with bonus eligibility based on company performance
• Opportunity for professional growth
• Paid time off including holidays and vacation
• Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company paid life/short-termdisability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account(HSA), 401(k) with match, company paid tele-health, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursementassistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

These duties may be modified or changed at any time at the sole discretion of management either orally or in writing. The above statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

INSTEEL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative.Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to consider applicants residing in locations outside the US requiring Visa sponsorship at this time.

About the Company:

Insteel Industries is the nation’s largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction, including prestressed concrete strand and welded wire reinforcement such as engineered structural mesh and concrete pipe reinforcement. Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Mount Airy, NC, Insteel operates 11 manufacturing plants across the U.S. and has a dedicated engineering services division. As a publicly traded company, our goal is to be the supplier of choice by delivering superior value to our customers. Learn more at insteel.com/careers.