Industrial Engineer II

The Industrial Engineer II (IE II) independently applies industrial engineering principles to analyze, design, and improve manufacturing and operational processes within NHF’s fabrication facility. This role leads moderately complex improvement initiatives focused on labor efficiency, material flow, capacity, safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

The IE II supports machining, assembly, crating, material handling, and quality control operations and works cross-functionally with operations, manufacturing engineering, planning, and project teams in a high-mix, project-based curtain wall manufacturing environment.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Apply a strong working knowledge of curtain wall manufacturing and fabrication processes to improve production workflows.
• Independently collect, analyze, and interpret production data, including labor, cycle times, and material flow.
• Conduct time studies, work measurement, and capacity analysis to identify improvement opportunities and establish labor standards.
• Develop, maintain, and improve shop floor layouts, workstation organization, and material flow.
• Lead identification and implementation of process improvement initiatives and support sustainment efforts.
• Develop and analyze productivity metrics and KPIs related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Support long-term production planning through manpower, capacity, and equipment analysis.
• Lead and sustain 5S and workplace organization initiatives.
• Provide day-to-day operational support and technical guidance to production and operations teams.
• Support new product introductions, process changes, and production ramp-ups.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Industrial Engineer I team members.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for data analysis and reporting.
• Solid working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong spatial aptitude and ability to evaluate layouts and material flow.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including presenting data and recommendations.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across departments in a shop-floor environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to stand, walk, and observe operations on the manufacturing floor as required.
• Ability to safely navigate an active fabrication environment.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field required.
• 3–6 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, operations, or industrial engineering.
• Demonstrated experience leading continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience in fabrication or high-mix manufacturing environments preferred.

New Hudson Facades is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.