Industrial Engineer – Operational Excellence (Lean / Continuous Improvement / Manufacturing)

$85,000 – $95,000 Nogtiable + Bonus | Full-Time | Travel: 50–75%

Overview

We are hiring an Industrial Engineer – Operational Excellence to drive Lean transformation, process improvement, and safety performance across a multi-site operation.

This is a hands-on role focused on:

Continuous Improvement
Lean Manufacturing / Lean Logistics
Operational Efficiency
Safety & Risk Reduction

Veterans Encouraged to Apply - But not required

Military Veterans with experience in engineering, logistics, operations, or maintenance are strongly encouraged to apply. Your leadership, structure, and problem-solving skills translate directly to this role.

Compensation

$85,000 – $95,000 + performance incentives

Search Keywords:
Industrial Engineer, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Six Sigma, Process Engineer, Operations Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Logistics Engineer, Kaizen, 5S, PDCA, Operational Excellence

Responsibilities

Process Improvement

Conduct time studies, workflow analysis, and capacity planning
Develop labor standards, layouts, and process documentation
Identify inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities

Lean & Continuous Improvement

Lead Kaizen events, 5S, and waste reduction initiatives
Drive standardization and process optimization
Train teams on Lean tools and best practices

Safety

Perform hazard assessments and ergonomic evaluations
Support job safety analyses (JSA) and root cause investigations
Improve safety systems, layouts, and visual controls

Collaboration

Partner with Operations, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams
Support performance improvement across multiple sites

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field
3–5 years of experience in:
- Industrial Engineering
- Lean / Continuous Improvement
- Manufacturing, logistics, or warehouse environments

Preferred Skills

Lean / Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher preferred)
Strong data analysis and problem-solving ability
Time studies and workflow optimization experience
Advanced Excel and process mapping tools
Strong communication and leadership skills

Work Environment

Manufacturing and warehouse environments
Exposure to production floors, forklifts, and outdoor conditions
Travel required (50–75%)

What You’ll Deliver

Improved efficiency, throughput, and productivity
Reduced waste, downtime, and safety incidents
Scalable Lean processes across multiple locations

Who This Is For

Hands-on problem solvers who thrive in operations
Candidates passionate about Lean and continuous improvement
Professionals comfortable working across multiple sites and teams

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