Lean Industrial Engineer - Data-Driven Ops & Process Improvement

APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS INC; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and competitive health plans

Employer matching on 401(k)

Generous PTO policy

Relocation package within US

Immigration sponsorships

Job summary

APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS INC seeks a detail-oriented Industrial Engineer to enhance operational efficiency in Sugar Land, Texas. In this role, you'll analyze production and operational workflows, design performance metrics, and manage cross-functional projects aimed at process improvements. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in related fields and possess advanced Microsoft Office skills, along with at least 2 years of experience in manufacturing or operations. Competitive salary and flexible health plans offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing or operations environments preferred.
• Experience with data modeling techniques is a plus.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production workflows to identify inefficiencies.
• Design performance metrics and dashboards for insights.
• Conduct assessments of manufacturing capabilities.
• Drive labor productivity using Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Manage cross-functional process improvement projects.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Office skills

SQL

Python

MATLAB

Strong organizational skills

Time management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field

Job description

APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS INC seeks a detail-oriented Industrial Engineer to enhance operational efficiency in Sugar Land, Texas. In this role, you'll analyze production and operational workflows, design performance metrics, and manage cross-functional projects aimed at process improvements. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in related fields and possess advanced Microsoft Office skills, along with at least 2 years of experience in manufacturing or operations. Competitive salary and flexible health plans offered.