Industrial Engineer - Region 4

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions Americas; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) program with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions Americas is seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer to drive operational excellence across our Phoenix region facilities. You will lead cross-site CI initiatives, mentor teams, and partner with site leaders to scale best practices and reduce waste.

The role requires on-site work, 50–75% travel alignment, and a strong background in Lean tools, cost reduction, and process optimization. Join a global leader focused on safer, more open access solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Proven experience driving multi-site efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites and drive efficiency gains.
• Lead Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and process optimization projects.
• Identify cost reduction and productivity opportunities across labor, material, and capital investments.
• Support standardized work development and deploy Lean principles across sites.
• Evaluate processes and recommend equipment, tooling, and layout improvements to increase capacity and efficiency.
• Partner on CAPEX projects, including justification and implementation support.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Multi-site Leadership

Kaizen events

Project leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Prioritization

Floor presence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

Are you a seasoned Industrial Engineer with a passion for driving continuous improvement across multiple manufacturing sites? Do you thrive in hands‑on environments where execution, influence, and measurable results matter?

If you answered yes, we should talk!

The ASSA ABLOY Door Group is looking for a Senior Industrial Engineer to support our growing Region 4 operations. This role will play a critical part in advancing operational excellence, cost reduction, and process standardization across multiple locations.

This position will be based on‑site at our Phoenix, Arizona regional manufacturing facility (or Service Center).

Come see who we are at: https://www.assaabloy.com/group/en/about-us

We are growing and there has never been a more exciting time to join us!

What will you do as our Senior Industrial Engineer?

You will lead and execute continuous improvement initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites, partnering closely with site leadership, operations, and engineering teams to drive efficiency gains, reduce waste, and scale best practices across the region.

You will also:

• Lead Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and process optimization projects across multiple sites
• Provide multi‑site Industrial Engineering support, improving throughput, efficiency, material flow, and layout
• Identify and drive cost reduction and productivity opportunities across labor, material, and capital investments
• Support and lead standardized work development and deployment, coaching teams on Lean principles and best practices
• Evaluate current processes and recommend equipment, tooling, and layout improvements to increase capacity and efficiency
• Partner on CAPEX projects, including justification, equipment selection, layout design, and implementation support
• Maintain a strong Gemba presence, working directly with operators, supervisors, and site leaders to drive sustainable operational improvements
• Support cross‑functional collaboration
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and corporate policies, AADG programs, and the ASSA ABLOY Code of Conduct
• Perform other duties as assigned

The Skills and Experience you need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline
• 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Proven experience driving multi‑site efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement tools, including Kaizen events and project leadership
• Demonstrated success driving cost savings, productivity improvements, and operational efficiencies
• Comfortable working on the manufacturing floor and influencing at all levels of the organization
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities across sites
• Lean or Six Sigma certification (Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent) preferred
• Experience supporting fabrication, machining, welding, assembly, or similar manufacturing processes preferred
• Travel 50–75% to support regional initiatives and site needs

We reserve the right to fill this role at a level commensurate with the selected candidate’s experience and business needs.

What we offer!

We believe in creating opportunities and providing benefits that empower you to grow, thrive, and build a rewarding lifelong career with us. Here is just a sample of what you can look forward to as a member of our team:

• Competitive Salary
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long‑term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) Program with company contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement, Learning and Career Development opportunities
• Flexible Spending
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discount portal
• Recognition, well‑being, and employee experience programs designed to support and celebrate you throughout your career

We are building diverse, inclusive teams, and encourage applications from everyone who can see themselves working with us.

To make sure your personal data is safe, we don’t look at any applications sent by email or post.

If you have any questions about the role or the process, email Jackie Hayes, Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist, [e-mail]

Let’s create a safer and more open world - together!

ASSA ABLOY is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veteran

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group

Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.