Manager, Industrial Engineering

Kalmar; Ottawa (KS); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Annual merit increase

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Kalmar Solutions LLC is seeking an Industrial Engineering Manager for the Ottawa, Kansas manual assembly plant. You will lead a team of industrial engineers, optimize production processes, and champion lean initiatives to improve throughput and quality across operations.

You will collaborate with production, design, and supply chain functions, manage facility layouts and capital equipment, and drive safety and operational excellence. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Proven track record of managing people, specifically with demonstrated experience leading, mentoring, and developing a team of Industrial Engineers.
• Manufacturing background with manual assembly environment and production systems expertise.
• Lean manufacturing leadership and continuous improvement project experience in an industrial setting.
• Strong safety awareness and adherence to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop Industrial Engineers to support manufacturing goals.
• Process Optimization: Improve workflows to reduce lead times and waste, boosting efficiency.
• Lean Implementation: Drive 5S, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping across the floor.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with production, design, and supply chain to resolve issues.
• Project Management: Oversee facility layout updates and capital equipment installations to maximize throughput and safety.

Skills

Team leadership

Process optimization

Lean manufacturing

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Job description

At Kalmar, we are moving goods in critical supply chains around the world. As the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services, we set the industry benchmark for a zero-emission future. We are driven by teamwork, innovation, and taking ownership to deliver results. With our global reach and local expertise, our success starts with a strong focus on the customer, ensuring their needs guide our daily work. We are dedicated to respecting others and fostering an inclusive culture where all voices are heard, empowering us to succeed together. With us, your work has an impact. Your work moves the world!

Join us and take your career to the next level Kalmar Solutions LLC is looking for a driven and experienced Industrial Engineering Manager for the Terminal Tractor manual assembly plant in Ottawa, KS. This person will be responsible for optimization of our production processes and championing continuous improvement initiatives across our operations. This position is vital for streamlining our manufacturing systems and fostering a culture of operational excellence.

Compensation Data

• Base Salary: $160k - $210k per year
• Eligible for Annual Bonus
• Eligible for Annual Salary Review & Merit Increase
• Willing to provide Relocation Assistance

What Are Your Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and develop a team of Industrial Engineers, guiding their daily activities and fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture to support manufacturing goals.
• Process Optimization: Evaluate and refine existing manufacturing workflows to eliminate waste, reduce lead times, and improve overall operational efficiency.
• Lean Implementation: Lead and execute Lean manufacturing methodologies (such as 5S, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping) across the production floor. Quality Enhancement: Develop and implement robust quality control procedures to ensure product consistency and meet industry-leading standards.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner closely with production, design, and supply chain teams to troubleshoot manufacturing challenges and drive seamless product life cycles.
• Project Management: Oversee facility layout updates and capital equipment installations to maximize throughput, safety, and productivity.

What We Offer You

“Green business is good business – it’s not just a slogan; we’re investing in fossil‑free steel and real change.”

• Rewards that truly count: We offer meaningful development opportunities through varied assignments, fair and gender‑neutral pay, and flexible working conditions — all within a culture that values your growth and celebrates success.
• Work‑Life Balance: Our generous time‑off policy includes vacation time, personal/sick time, paid/floating holidays, and paid parental leaves, supporting a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
• Safety that moves us forward: Build your career with a company rooted in safety since the 1940s, ensuring stability and an environment that empowers you to speak and be heard.
• Purpose that drives change: You’ll contribute to solutions that transform global trade, creating environmental and operational innovations. You’ll be in the driver’s seat of ideas, developing digital technologies that set industry standards and position us as the forerunner.
• People who move together: You’ll collaborate with people who build lasting relationships through global expertise, connections, and a commitment to sustainability.

Become part of our global network of 5,200 professionals across 120+ countries, where your work drives innovation, sustainability, and meaningful impact around the world.

What You Bring To The Role

• Educational Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Leadership Experience: Proven track record of managing people, specifically with demonstrated experience leading, mentoring, and developing a team of Industrial Engineers.
• Manufacturing Background: Strong practical experience working within a manual assembly environment, with capabilities in production systems, equipment troubleshooting, and process design.
• Lean Expertise: Proven hands‑on experience in leading Lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects in an industrial setting.
• Safety Commitment: Strong awareness and adherence to safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment for yourself and your colleagues.

For more information about this role, contact Brandy Besedich, CDR‑ Talent Acquisition Partner via email [e-mail]

About Kalmar

Kalmar (Nasdaq Helsinki: KALMAR) is moving goods in critical supply chains around the world, with the vision to be the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services. The company offers a wide range of industry shaping heavy material handling equipment and services to ports and terminals, distribution centres, manufacturing and heavy logistics. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Kalmar operates globally in over 120 countries and employs approximately 5,300 people. In 2025, the company's sales totalled approximately EUR 1.7 billion. www.kalmarglobal.com