Industrial Engineer - Manufacturing

NOV; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Opportunities for professional growth

Great health & wellness benefits

Vacation, sick & holiday pay

Job summary

A leading supplier of drilling products in Conroe, TX is seeking an Industrial Engineer to analyze plant layout and optimize material flow. The role involves conducting time studies, implementing process improvements, and leading initiatives such as Kaizen and Six Sigma. Candidates should hold a B.S. in Industrial Engineering and have 3–8 years of industrial engineering experience. Benefits include competitive wages and opportunities for personal growth.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years of industrial engineering experience.
• Hands-on shop or manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize plant layout and material flow.
• Conduct time studies and establish labor standards.
• Identify and implement process improvements using lean methodologies.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives such as Kaizen and Six Sigma.
• Develop capacity models and support production planning.
• Improve ergonomics, safety, and workplace efficiency.
• Utilize data analysis and simulation tools to drive decision-making.
• Support cost reduction and productivity improvement efforts.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Data analysis

Continuous improvement

Process improvements

Education

B.S. degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

CNC machines

Job description

NOV is a leading supplier of drilling products around the world. We are a Fortune 500 company with a global HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) program and a strong commitment to the safety of our employees. Our products are used by major energy and service companies to drill and complete oil & gas wells across the globe.

Location: 500 Conroe Park West Dr, Conroe, TX 77303.

Our Conroe facility produces downhole products for drilling activities in North America and operates 24/7 to meet high demand for our products. The plant includes a 300,000 sq. ft. fabrication facility, CNC machines (Mazak, Mori Sieke, DMG Mori, Weiler, etc.), and a robust safety program that ensures employees return home safely after every shift.

We value strong work relationships and promote collaboration, respect, integrity, and accountability. Supportive teamwork is essential to keeping our talented, reliable, and loyal staff.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize plant layout, material flow, and labor utilization
• Conduct time studies and establish labor standards
• Identify and implement process improvements using lean methodologies
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives such as Kaizen and Six Sigma
• Develop capacity models and support production planning
• Improve ergonomics, safety, and workplace efficiency
• Utilize data analysis and simulation tools to drive decision-making
• Support cost reduction and productivity improvement efforts

Education & Experience Requirements

• B.S. degree in Industrial Engineering
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing
• 3–8 years of industrial engineering experience
• Hands‑on shop or manufacturing experience

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Opportunities for professional and personal growth and learning
• Great health & wellness benefits
• Vacation, sick & holiday pay

NOV is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are given consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.