Industrial Manufacturing Engineer

Advance Storage Products; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance Storage Products in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking an Industrial Manufacturing Engineer to support QC initiatives, audits and efficient manufacturing systems. You will collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering and Plant Management to provide industrial engineering support.

The role requires a BS in engineering, 5 years in manufacturing, Lean/Kaizen experience, and CAD proficiency (SolidWorks/Inventor/AutoCAD) with strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or Industrial Engineering (ABET-accredited).
• 5 years of demonstrated manufacturing experience with high-volume metal fabrication, welding, painting.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Provide liaison between Production, Quality, Scheduling to meet KPI and customer needs.
• Promote safe practices across the plant and support Lean projects (Kaizen, A3, Fishbone).
• Monitor and improve plant metrics using 6S and related tools.
• Analyze workflow, space, and equipment layout for efficiency improvements.
• Develop requirements, select equipment, and evaluate vendors for production.
• Develop and maintain processes to ensure quality and root-cause analysis.

Skills

Practical engineering

Analytical thinking

Lean/Kaizen

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

CAD software

Reading technical docs

MS Excel

MS Teams/Office tools

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Mechanical/Industrial Eng

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

AutoCAD

MS Visio

MS Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint)

Job description

Position:Industrial Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Job Id:194

# of Openings:1

Are you looking for an opportunity to be part of a hard-working team that rewards commitment and loyalty? Are you interested in building a career with best-in-class, growing, family-oriented company that delivers on its quality promise? Come join Advance Storage Products where we are looking to add reliable, long-term team members to our thriving environment!

Established in 1958, Advance Storage Products is the country's leading manufacturer of pushback systems, producing nearly half of all systems sold in the US. Advance's LoPro Pushback racking solution is recognized as the "gold standard" for ease of installation, ease of operation, quality and durability. Our warehouse pallet racking solutions are used in major installations for many Fortune 500 companies.

The Industrial Manufacturing Engineer will support Quality Control (QC) initiatives and audit activity to ensure procedures and standards are adhered to and products meet customer specifications. This position will support efficient manufacturing systems and standards of operations and work closely with Manufacturing Engineering and Plant Management to provide industrial engineering support.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide technical support acting as liaison between Production, Quality, Scheduling, and other stake holders to ensure all KPI and customer needs are met.
• Demonstrate and promote safe practices throughout the Plant.
• Support Lean activities through Kaizen Projects, A3 Problem Solving and Fishbone Analysis
• Monitor, develop and maintain all Plant metrics by utilizing industry standard 6S tools.
• Designed and develop support equipment for all production activities.
• Quantify manufacturing improvements in efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Collect, analyze and summarize information and trends in preparation of product and process reports.
• Calculate production, labor and material costs to provide data for better decision-making.
• Develop equipment requirements, research testing methods and guide equipment vendors.
• Develop and maintain processes and methods to ensure quality standards are met.
• Identify and develop Root Cause & Correction Action Methodologies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Develop, implement and sustain standards and methods for inspection, testing and evaluation utilizing engineering knowledge and practices.
• Devise, establish and evaluate procedures and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Determine root cause of quality issues and implement timely, effective and efficient solutions.
• Provide active support of plant Lean and problem-solving activities
• Work in a safe manner and adhere to safety procedures
• Live Advance’s core values

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION:

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial Engineering from ABET accredited university or equivalent

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION:

5 years of demonstrated experience in a manufacturing environment with an emphasis on high volume metal fabrication, welding, painting, and related processes

REQUIRED OUTSIDE TRAINING/CERTIFICATIONS/REGISTRATIONS FOR THIS POSITION:

Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

CRITICAL SKILLS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION:

• Practical and analytical engineering knowledge
• Demonstrated proficiency in Lean/Kaizen Methodologies
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrate initiative with emphasis on working independently
• High level skills in working effectively within a team
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Computer Aided Design Skills - Solidworks/Inventor/AutoCAD
• Ability to read and understand technical documents
• Computer literacy including MS Teams, Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook, Visio

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The work environment characteristics and associated physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Prolonged periods of working/standing in shop area
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds at times
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas in the facility and access all machinery
• Limited travel (15%) may be required for engineering support, professional development, and training.

Advance is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, parental status, political affiliation, military service, or any other non- merit factor. All employment decisions—including recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, and compensation—are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We also provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities, religious practices, and pregnancy-related conditions.