Industrial Engineer I

Job Summary

The Industrial Engineer I is responsible for ongoing process improvement initiatives that deliver excellence across entire value chain. This role utilizes enterprise standards to lead process improvement initiatives by implementing policies, procedures and process documentation related to continuous improvement directives.

Major Responsibilities:

• Coordinates the successful launch of New Product Introductions (NPI) within operations.
• Contributes to facility transformation, technology transfer and ongoing maintenance of mixed model lines or value streams.
• Ensures ongoing success of process improvement initiatives by implementing policies, procedures and process documentation.
• Implements demand driven principals and strategies that support operational excellence and long-range plans. (Flexibility, Speed & Responsiveness)
• Ensures product, material and information streams flow and are synchronized to produce maximum efficiency and lowest cost of operation.
• Contributes to creation of innovative ideas to improve business results.
• Deploys standard Generac tools, methodologies, standards, practices and processes.
• Implements objectives including continuous improvement initiatives to achieve customer satisfaction and fulfillment needs.
• Works closely with shop floor personnel to promote ongoing Continuous Improvement of manufacturing methods, systems and controls.
• Responsible for area layouts, process definition, and equipment justification, selection, and implementation.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or industrial technology

Work Experience:

1-3 years related experience in the Engineering function within a similar working environment

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Proficiency in CAD (AutoCAD, Solid Works and/or ProE)
• Excellent organizational, written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of lean principles and process improvements
• Diverse skills and experience leading projects
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally to achieve desired results
• Experience operating in high mix, low volume and high volume, low mix production environments
• Demonstrated skills in problem solving and conflict resolution
• Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast paced environment