Lean Industrial Engineer: Assembly & Value-Stream Lead

Cypress HCM; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cypress HCM seeks an Industrial Engineer in Waukesha, WI to join a manufacturing team on a direct-hire basis. The role focuses on developing systems to manage production processes, improving efficiency and profitability through value stream analysis and 5S lean practices.

The engineer will lead assembly process improvements, implement lean concepts like kanban and milk runs, and create clear SOPs for shop floor staff. 10% travel and on-site duties are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering/Manufacturing Engineering required.
• Experience with TPS or SME 5S Lean certification strongly preferred.
• Ability to create production layouts in 2D and 3D.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% using all forms of public transport including air travel.
• Valid driver’s license and passport required.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects involving planning, optimization and implementation of assembly and logistics areas.
• Implement lean principles to eliminate waste throughout the value stream.
• Develop innovative logistic concepts (e.g., kanban, milk run) for material supply.
• Analyze processes and design efficient value streams to reduce throughput time.
• Design detailed production layouts and assembly lines in 2D/3D.
• Partner with team leaders and management to drive CIP initiatives.

Skills

Value stream analysis

5S Lean certification

Shop floor experience

TPS experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

2D/3D layout design

Job description

Cypress HCM seeks an Industrial Engineer in Waukesha, WI to join a manufacturing team on a direct-hire basis. The role focuses on developing systems to manage production processes, improving efficiency and profitability through value stream analysis and 5S lean practices.

The engineer will lead assembly process improvements, implement lean concepts like kanban and milk runs, and create clear SOPs for shop floor staff. 10% travel and on-site duties are expected.