Industrial Engineering Technician: Lean & Process Improvement

ANA; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401k with company contribution

Medical, Dental, & Vision

Life Insurance

Voluntary Accident Insurance

Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Appreciation Programs

Job summary

ANA is seeking an Industrial Engineering Technician in Spartanburg, SC to support process improvement, production efficiency, and operations performance on the manufacturing floor. This onsite role runs 8:00 AM–5:00 PM weekdays and reports to the Plant Manager.

You will conduct time studies, collect data, develop SOPs, create KPI dashboards, and assist Lean initiatives such as 5S and Kaizen to drive safety, quality, and throughput.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Industrial Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical Technology, Mechatronics, Advanced Manufacturing, or a related technical field preferred.
• Hands-on, eager to learn, and committed to following standards are essential
• Two to five years of experience in manufacturing, production, engineering support, process improvement, or a related technical environment preferred.
• Practical experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, time studies, Standard Work, root cause analysis, or continuous improvement methods preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, layouts, work instructions, and production data.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for production data analysis and KPI reporting; experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Fusion 360 preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct time studies, work measurement, workflow analysis, and cycle-time observations to identify process improvements and prepare proposed labor standards for review and approval.
• Collect, analyze, and organize production, quality, labor, and process data; prepare KPI reports and dashboards to support operational decision-making.
• Support industrial engineers and operations leadership in identifying bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and process improvement opportunities.
• Own the development, revision, and maintenance of standard operating procedures, work instructions, Standard Work, process maps, and related manufacturing documentation.
• Monitor production processes and recommend improvements that enhance safety, quality, cost, throughput, and material flow.
• Lead small, clearly defined Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, continuous improvement, and waste-reduction projects; track actions and verify implementation results.
• Create and maintain workstation, equipment, and facility-layout drawings using CAD software to support material flow, ergonomic improvements, equipment placement, and production readiness.
• Work closely with production supervisors, operators, quality, and engineering teams to troubleshoot production delays, process variation, and workflow issues.
• Support pilot and prototype builds by documenting process issues, collecting build data, coordinating corrective actions, and updating manufacturing documentation.
• Support the development and maintenance of Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEAs, and Control Plans by providing process observations, production data, and documentation updates under engineering or quality direction.
• Train operators on new and revised work instructions, Standard Work, process changes, and approved manufacturing methods; verify understanding and adherence on the production floor.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Time studies

Standard Work

Root cause analysis

Continuous improvement methods

Microsoft Excel

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in Industrial Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical Technology, Mechatronics, Advanced Manufacturing, or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Fusion 360

Job description

ANA is seeking an Industrial Engineering Technician in Spartanburg, SC to support process improvement, production efficiency, and operations performance on the manufacturing floor. This onsite role runs 8:00 AM–5:00 PM weekdays and reports to the Plant Manager.

You will conduct time studies, collect data, develop SOPs, create KPI dashboards, and assist Lean initiatives such as 5S and Kaizen to drive safety, quality, and throughput.