Industrial Engineer - Process Improvement & Data Analysis

IET, Inc. (Industrial Engineering & Consulting); Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IET, Inc. in Toledo, OH seeks an experienced manufacturing/industrial engineer to support production improvements, data analysis, and workflow optimization across diverse industries.

You will conduct time and motion studies, map processes, develop standard work, and implement 5S/Kaizen initiatives while coordinating with operators and supervisors to ensure effective, measurable improvements.

Relocation to Toledo area may be required for full-time applicants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• 2-5 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are a must.
• Proficient with MS Office.
• Experience with AutoCAD is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze production data to measure productivity, efficiency, labor utilization, and workflow performance.
• Conduct time and motion studies to identify delays, determine standard work times, and support labor standards development.
• Assist in process mapping and workflow documentation, creating diagrams, SOPs, and visual work instructions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives such as 5S, Kaizen, waste reduction, and process optimization activities.
• Help develop and update work standards, including method sheets, job breakdowns, and standard operating procedures.
• Monitor production processes to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, or opportunities for improvement.
• Participate in layout planning by taking measurements, drafting basic layouts, and assisting with equipment moves or reconfiguration.
• Support quality and safety initiatives by collecting defect data, observing workstation ergonomics, and identifying potential issues.
• Prepare reports and documentation, summarizing observations, improvement opportunities, and study results for engineers and supervisors.
• Coordinate with operators and supervisors, communicating findings, gathering feedback, and ensuring accurate implementation of improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Manufacturing experience

Multitasking

Prioritization

Initiative

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Job description

IET, Inc. in Toledo, OH seeks an experienced manufacturing/industrial engineer to support production improvements, data analysis, and workflow optimization across diverse industries.

You will conduct time and motion studies, map processes, develop standard work, and implement 5S/Kaizen initiatives while coordinating with operators and supervisors to ensure effective, measurable improvements.

Relocation to Toledo area may be required for full-time applicants.