Industrial Engineer: Lean Layout & Flow Optimization

Epitec; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Epitec in Louisville, KY is seeking an Industrial Engineer to optimize material flow and drive productivity across manufacturing and warehouse operations. The ideal candidate will focus on facility layout design, material storage optimization, and labor analysis, with Lean manufacturing, AutoCAD, and time-study experience.

The role emphasizes process improvement, packaging design for launches, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing and assembly operations.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and implementation.
• Strong knowledge of time studies, labor standards, and statistical analysis.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD for facility and layout design.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word, and Access.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Formal problem-solving training or experience.
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Ability to present findings and recommendations to senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Design material storage plans, PFEPs, warehouse layouts, floor layouts, pallet racking, and material presentation solutions.
• Analyze material flow, labor utilization, and space utilization to improve operational efficiency.
• Lead facility layout changes supporting new programs, engineering changes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maximize storage utilization and optimize material movement throughout plant operations.
• Develop and maintain plant layouts, drawings, and facility documentation.
• Design and approve packaging solutions for new program launches and business opportunities.
• Support launch activities with operations teams to ensure smooth material flow.
• Conduct time studies and develop labor standards for manufacturing and material handling operations.
• Perform ergonomic evaluations and implement process improvements.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage project tracking, reporting, and risk mitigation activities during launches and operational changes.
• Coordinate with Operations, Transportation, IT, and external vendors on layout and process improvements.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Time studies

Labor standards

Statistical analysis

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

Access

Job description

Epitec in Louisville, KY is seeking an Industrial Engineer to optimize material flow and drive productivity across manufacturing and warehouse operations. The ideal candidate will focus on facility layout design, material storage optimization, and labor analysis, with Lean manufacturing, AutoCAD, and time-study experience.

The role emphasizes process improvement, packaging design for launches, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.