Industrial Engineer - Lean Manufacturing & Production Systems

Saab Aeronautics Indiana LLC; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 81,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Employee stock purchase

Paid holidays

Job summary

Saab Aeronautics Indiana LLC in West Lafayette, IN, is seeking an Industrial Engineer to advance manufacturing technology and standards. You will evaluate work measurement, develop layouts, and plan capacity to ensure safe, efficient plant usage and strong collaboration with manufacturing and production teams.

Responsibilities cover lean production system development, process planning, standardization, and ongoing improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related discipline is required.
• 2+ years of related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate across functional areas within an operation.
• Able to work extended or flexible schedule to support the business.
• Ability to work well independently, as well as collaboratively in a team setting.
• Preferred: Experience with Aerostructures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of production systems and working methods and influence the work instructions to achieve low production costs without compromising function and quality.
• Contribute to the development of new technical solutions, and to the development of efficient production systems and assembly lines based on Lean principles.
• Drive improved process planning for current and new products.
• Standardize assembly practices and cycle times.
• Model short term and long-term production strategy for rate changes and headcount.
• Develop production flows and lay-outs.
• Drive continuous improvement for efficient production.
• Champion the Company values, consistently demonstrating – Trust, Drive, Expertise, and Support.
• Other project tasks as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Initiative

Flexible schedule

Teamwork

Manufacturing experience

Aerostructures (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Job description

Saab Aeronautics Indiana LLC in West Lafayette, IN, is seeking an Industrial Engineer to advance manufacturing technology and standards. You will evaluate work measurement, develop layouts, and plan capacity to ensure safe, efficient plant usage and strong collaboration with manufacturing and production teams.

Responsibilities cover lean production system development, process planning, standardization, and ongoing improvement efforts.