Industrial Engineering Technician: Manufacturing Process Improvement

The Council of Industry; Town of Wallkill (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary $62,000-$72,000 annually

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) plan with Employer Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Training programs through the Council

Job summary

Fair-Rite Products Corp. in Wallkill, NY is seeking an Industrial Engineering Technician to support manufacturing operations through process improvement and data analysis. You’ll collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Maintenance to optimize workflows and reduce costs.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, time studies, and cost performance, with a strong focus on data-driven decisions and safe, efficient manufacturing practices.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Industrial Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related technical field, plus at least 2 years of relevant manufacturing experience
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related engineering field with relevant manufacturing experience preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with manufacturing processes, time studies, and process improvement techniques
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP/MRP systems
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Analyze production data and manufacturing processes to identify improvement opportunities
• Conduct time studies, workflow analysis, and line-balancing projects
• Develop and maintain manufacturing data, routings, labor standards, and process documentation
• Prepare cost estimate worksheets and support custom quotations
• Process Engineering Change Notifications (ECNs) and related manufacturing documentation
• Support manufacturing layouts, workstation design, and ergonomic improvements
• Participate in continuous improvement projects that enhance productivity, quality, safety, and cost performance
• Collaborate across departments to solve manufacturing challenges and implement effective solutions

Skills

Analytical skills

Process improvement

Time studies

Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Engineering drawings

Communication & teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Industrial Engineering Technology

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Fair-Rite Products Corp. in Wallkill, NY is seeking an Industrial Engineering Technician to support manufacturing operations through process improvement and data analysis. You’ll collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Maintenance to optimize workflows and reduce costs.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, time studies, and cost performance, with a strong focus on data-driven decisions and safe, efficient manufacturing practices.