Industrial Engineer: Lean Line-Side Optimization

Blox-LLC

Bessemer (AL)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Job summary

BLOX, LLC in Alabama is seeking an Industrial Engineer to optimize material flow and line-side operations across our manufacturing environment. You will apply Lean and 5S to design efficient layouts, standardize replenishment, and improve productivity and safety while scaling as volumes grow.

You will collaborate with Supply Chain, Manufacturing Engineering, and Operations to ensure the right material is at the right place, right time, and in the right quantity, using data-driven methods to

Qualifications

BS/MS in Mechanical, Industrial, Systems Engineering, or related field.
3-6 years minimum in manufacturing or process engineering.
Strong problem solving, analytical, and communication skills.
Experience leading cross functional initiatives.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
Proven experience implementing and sustaining 5S programs in a manufacturing environment.
Lean manufacturing, 5S, Value Stream Mapping.
Cost reduction and process optimization.

Responsibilities

Design and optimize line-side layouts, material locations, workstations, staging areas, racks, carts, and point-of-use storage.
Develop and implement standardized material replenishment systems, including min/max levels, Kanban, delivery routes, and replenishment frequencies.
Optimize material flow from storage to point of use while minimizing operator travel, material handling, WIP, and congestion.
Establish standardized line-side inventory levels based on production demand, consumption, takt time, and replenishment capability.
Improve 5S, visual management, material identification, and workplace organization across manufacturing areas.
Analyze floor-space utilization and develop layouts that support current production needs while allowing for future growth.
Partner with Supply Chain and Material Handling to establish reliable point-of-use replenishment processes.
Identify and eliminate recurring material shortages, excess inventory, searching, double handling, and unnecessary movement.
Develop standardized layouts and material-flow practices that can be replicated across production lines and facilities.
Use data, time studies, production requirements, and direct observation to identify opportunities and measure improvements.
Lead continuous improvement projects that reduce labor requirements, improve production flow, and increase manufacturing capacity.
Train and coach teams on 5S, lean principles, and best practices.