Industrial Engineer - Plant Layout & Lean Improvements

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom is seeking an Industrial Engineer to improve plant layout and manufacturing flow at their Plymouth, MA site. This entry- to mid-level role focuses on Lean, 5S, and Six Sigma principles to enhance operational efficiency and reduce cycle times.

The ideal candidate has hands-on plant layout experience, a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline, and 2–4 years in manufacturing. AutoCAD experience is preferred for design tasks and project support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or related Engineering discipline.
• 2–4 years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or continuous improvement.
• AutoCAD or similar layout design software experience preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and improve plant and production floor layouts.
• Optimize equipment placement, work cells, material flow, and space utilization.
• Identify bottlenecks and improve manufacturing workflow and productivity.
• Lead/support Lean, 5S, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct process, workflow, capacity, and time studies.
• Support equipment moves and implementation of new production processes.
• Develop standard work, procedures, and process documentation.
• Work closely with manufacturing, quality, engineering, and operations teams.

Skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom is seeking an Industrial Engineer to improve plant layout and manufacturing flow at their Plymouth, MA site. This entry- to mid-level role focuses on Lean, 5S, and Six Sigma principles to enhance operational efficiency and reduce cycle times.

The ideal candidate has hands-on plant layout experience, a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline, and 2–4 years in manufacturing. AutoCAD experience is preferred for design tasks and project support.