Industrial Engineer I: Lean & Process Optimization

Med-National Staffing Inc.; Rock Island (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Med-National Staffing Inc. is seeking an Industrial Engineer I to support manufacturing operations by developing and maintaining production standards, labor planning, facility layouts, and line optimization.

The role partners with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and other cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement. Responsibilities include establishing production standards, line balances, workforce planning, material flow, time studies, and contributing to Lean/Six Sigma

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in industrial/manufacturing engineering or related field.
• Equivalent industrial or manufacturing engineering experience may substitute education.
• A High School Diploma or GED if substituting experience for education.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong organizational skills with initiative and accountability.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain production standards and staffing for all phases of assembly operations.
• Develop and optimize material flow strategies, equipment layouts, and workstation configurations.
• Analyze labor and material requirements related to engineering changes, cost reduction initiatives, and make-versus-buy evaluations.
• Support implementation of manufacturing changes that impact production processes and workflows.
• Monitor and optimize production line performance and throughput.
• Conduct time studies and utilize industrial engineering techniques to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support standardized manufacturing operating systems and best practices.
• Collaborate with internal departments, suppliers, and stakeholders to drive projects from concept through implementation.
• Assist with facility planning, manufacturing process development, and cost analysis activities.
• Prepare reports, documentation, and recommendations to support operational improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in IE or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

3D visualization tools

ERP/PLM/SharePoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Med-National Staffing Inc. is seeking an Industrial Engineer I to support manufacturing operations by developing and maintaining production standards, labor planning, facility layouts, and line optimization.

The role partners with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and other cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement. Responsibilities include establishing production standards, line balances, workforce planning, material flow, time studies, and contributing to Lean/Six Sigma