Industrial Engineer I

The Fountain Group; Whitakers (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral Bonus

Job summary

The Fountain Group is seeking an Industrial Engineer I (Material Flow Engineer) for a prominent client in Whitakers, NC 27891. This 6-month contract role focuses on improving material flow and supporting design-to-production collaboration.

Responsibilities include CAD-based layout work, data analysis in Excel, and applying lean methods to optimize storage and process documentation. Strong cross-functional teamwork and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field is required.
• Experience with CAD software is required.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills are required.
• Experience with data analysis and data-driven problem solving is required.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, logistics, material flow, or operations projects is preferred.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing or operations excellence methodologies is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support material flow improvement initiatives within the manufacturing environment.
• Support sequence cart design activities and coordinate with vendors from design through production.
• Conduct rack part audits and optimize plant storage utilization.
• Support storage identification processes and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain process documentation for material flow and logistics projects.
• Support PFEP documentation and updates.
• Utilize Operations Excellence and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance logistics and material flow processes.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and support implementation of manufacturing and logistics solutions.
• Utilize CAD, Excel, and data analytics tools to support operational improvements and decision-making.

Skills

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Excel

Job description

The Fountain Group is a national staffing firm and we are currently seeking an Industrial Engineer I (Material Flow Engineer) for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in Whitakers, NC 27891.

Job Details

• Pay: $29.00-$33.00/hour to Start!!
• 6-month contract assignment, with potential for extension based on performance and business needs.
• Schedule: 1st Shift, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Overtime may be required with approval.
• Position will be responsible for supporting material flow improvement initiatives within the manufacturing environment.
• Position will be responsible for supporting sequence cart design activities and coordinating with vendors from design through production.
• Position will be responsible for conducting rack part audits and optimizing plant storage utilization.
• Position will be responsible for supporting storage identification processes and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Position will be responsible for developing and maintaining process documentation for material flow and logistics projects.
• Position will be responsible for supporting PFEP (Plan for Every Part) documentation and updates.
• Position will be responsible for utilizing Operations Excellence and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance logistics and material flow processes.
• Position will be responsible for identifying process improvement opportunities and supporting implementation of manufacturing and logistics solutions.
• Position will be responsible for utilizing CAD, Excel, and data analytics tools to support operational improvements and decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline is Required!
• Experience with CAD software is Required!
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills are Required!
• Experience with data analysis and data-driven problem solving is Required!
• Experience supporting manufacturing, logistics, material flow, supply chain, or operations projects is Preferred!
• Knowledge of continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, or operations excellence methodologies is Preferred!
• Experience with plant layouts, storage optimization, or material handling processes is Preferred!
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation is Preferred!
• Strong communication, teamwork, and cross-functional collaboration skills are Required!
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment is Required!

Referral Bonus for any candidate who is hired and still gainfully employed after 30 days.