Industrial Engineer II — Lean Manufacturing & Process Improvement

Electrical Power Products; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrical Power Products in Des Moines, IA is seeking an Industrial Engineer 2-1 to optimize manufacturing processes and drive efficiency across production teams.

You will analyze workflows, map processes, conduct time studies, and develop documentation to support new product introductions while collaborating with quality, supply chain, and engineering. The role emphasizes Lean principles and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial or manufacturing engineering required.
• 3+ years of industrial/manufacturing engineering experience preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement experience required.
• Experience with time studies, process mapping, and workflow analysis.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; ERP/MRP knowledge preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and optimize manufacturing processes for efficiency.
• Analyze production workflows, layouts, and material flow.
• Develop and implement manufacturing processes, procedures, and work instructions.
• Support new product introductions with manufacturing documentation and process plans.
• Establish labor standards and perform time studies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues.
• Lead continuous improvement projects using Lean principles.
• Maintain process documentation and SOPs.
• Monitor KPIs and recommend corrective actions.
• Support cost reduction through optimization and waste elimination.
• Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Time Studies

Process Mapping

Workflow Analysis

Microsoft Office

ERP/MRP

Analytical Thinking

Project Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Electrical Power Products in Des Moines, IA is seeking an Industrial Engineer 2-1 to optimize manufacturing processes and drive efficiency across production teams.

You will analyze workflows, map processes, conduct time studies, and develop documentation to support new product introductions while collaborating with quality, supply chain, and engineering. The role emphasizes Lean principles and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.