Industrial Engineer: Lean Processes & Improvement

Leggett & Platt, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Leggett & Platt, including its Precision Hydraulic Cylinders division, is seeking an Industrial Engineer to analyze manufacturing processes, perform time studies, and develop efficient workflows. The role focuses on implementing process improvements, SOP development, and contingency planning to ensure high productivity and quality.

Responsibilities include optimizing layouts, coordinating with vendors and management, and training operators in Visual Factory software on the shop floor to support

Qualifications

• BS in Industrial/Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering or similar role(s).
• Excellent mathematical and problem-solving skills and communication.
• Proficient in using the Microsoft Office suite of programs.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work independently and closely follow directions.
• Ability to learn and use Visual Factory software and Visual Infor ERP (ERP System).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate current manufacturing practices and identify those needing improvement.
• Confer with vendors, staff, and management regarding purchases, procedures, product specifications, manufacturing capabilities, and project status.
• Proficiency with SMED events, workflow time studies, and process balancing.
• Draft and design layout of equipment, materials, and workspace to illustrate maximum efficiency.
• Communicate with management and develop standard operating procedures (SOP).
• Develop process flow for each product.
• Regulate and alter workflow schedules according to established manufacturing sequences and lead times to expedit e production operations.
• Learn and develop NoMuda Visual Factory software expertise and implement it throughout the plant.
• Provide training to operators for using Visual Factory software on the shop floor
• Generate high-level reports for Visual Factory and create and/or update technical documentation.
• Perform capacity analysis and contingency planning
• Evaluate operators’ tasks and steps based on process flows, and identify procedures or tools to improve productivity
• Perform Continuous Improvement activities and other duties to support the needs of the business.

Education

BS in Industrial/Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Visual Factory software

Visual Infor ERP

Job description

Leggett & Platt, including its Precision Hydraulic Cylinders division, is seeking an Industrial Engineer to analyze manufacturing processes, perform time studies, and develop efficient workflows. The role focuses on implementing process improvements, SOP development, and contingency planning to ensure high productivity and quality.

Responsibilities include optimizing layouts, coordinating with vendors and management, and training operators in Visual Factory software on the shop floor to support