Senior Industrial Engineer

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network seeks a data-driven specialist to lead industrial and systems engineering analytics across the organization.

You will drive advanced statistical analyses, financial modeling, and continuous improvement initiatives that cut waste, optimize labor productivity, and improve patient care outcomes. This role partners with executives to implement cost-saving and efficiency projects across the network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field.
• 5 years of experience in improving operations and conducting complex analyses and project management.
• Expert use of continuous improvement tools including process mapping, root cause analysis (FMEA), value stream mapping, Pareto charts, and 5 Whys.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office; experience with simulation and statistical software.
• Ability to identify business issues and develop analyses to improve operational efficiency.
• Experience with cost savings calculations and applying project management principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced statistical and financial analysis to senior management and project teams.
• Develop and implement analytical solutions to support organizational decisions.
• Lead labor productivity and benchmarking initiatives and drive cost-saving projects.
• Assess current processes, collect data, and chart a course for improvements.
• Lead department and network-level improvement initiatives and projects.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to achieve network goals.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Financial analytics

Continuous improvement

Project management

Process mapping

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering

Tools

SIMUL8

Arena

FlexSim

Promodel

Minitab

SAS

MS Office (Excel/Access/Visio)

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation’s most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the “Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We’re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an ‘A’ grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN’s commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you’re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Leads the organization in envisioning, developing, and implementing innovative approaches to solving problems and transforming healthcare systems by utilizing techniques and methodologies based in disciplines such as industrial and systems engineering, financial analysis, statistics, project management, and lean six sigma principles. Utilizes continuous improvement principles and tools to reduce waste, improve cycle times, reduce rework, and improve patient experience. Serves as project manager and technical guide to cost savings and process improvement efforts.

Job Duties

• Provides advanced statistical and financial analytical support to senior management and various project teams to support decision making for regional strategic and operational efforts.
• Develops, recommends, and implements innovative analytical solutions, based upon proven methodologies which support decision-making across the organization.
• Champions the ongoing development and support of the department’s core services including labor productivity, external benchmarking, and labor ratio targets for the organization.
• Complete assessments in an efficient manner to understand the current state process, obtain and evaluate relevant data, identify opportunities, eliminate waste, and chart a resolute course of action.
• Leads department level improvement initiatives, and network projects.
• Works directly with senior leadership to achieve Network goals and strategic objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering, Operations Research, Healthcare Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5 years Prelated experience in improving operations and conducting complex, analytical studies, and project management.
• Expert ability to use continuous improvement tools, including but not limited to process mapping, process observation, root cause analysis (FMEA), value stream mapping, pareto and statistical charts, 5 Whys, etc.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Access, Visio); has exposure to at least one computer simulation software (SIMUL8, Arena, FlexSim, Promodel); has exposure to at least one statistical analysis software (Minitab, SAS).
• Ability to identify key business issues and develop appropriate analyses and action plans for improving operational efficiency.
• Has exposure to the basics of financial analytics. Can competently calculate cost savings.
• Proficient in project management principles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering, Operations Research, Information & Computer Sciences, or Business Administration or related field.
• ICGB - Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt - International Association for Six Sigma Certification Upon Hire

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift

Day Shift

Address

1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd

Primary Location

REMOTE IN PENNSYLVANIA

Position Type

Remote

Union

Not Applicable

Work Schedule

M-F 08:00a-4:30p

Department

1004-13114 CSS-Industrial Engineering