Industrial Engineer

Description

Job Description:

The Industrial Engineer will play a key role in optimizing production systems, improving manufacturing efficiency, and supporting the scale-up of innovative composites and technical fabric technologies. This role focuses on analyzing workflows, designing efficient layouts, reducing waste, and implementing data-driven process improvements to maximize quality, productivity, and cost-effectiveness.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in manufacturing engineering principles, hands-on experience in a textile or composite materials environment, and a proactive mindset for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Process Optimization

Analyze current manufacturing workflows, time studies, and production data to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements.

Design and implement process changes to reduce cycle time, material waste, and labor costs without compromising quality or safety.

Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and visual aids to support operational consistency.

Production Layout & Capacity Planning

Design and optimize facility and equipment layouts to improve material flow and operator ergonomics.

Collaborate with plant and production managers on space utilization, equipment upgrades, and capacity planning initiatives.

Data Analysis & Metrics

Use Lean tools, Six Sigma methodology, and statistical analysis (SPC, DOE) to track performance and support continuous improvement projects.

Collect and analyze production metrics (OEE, throughput, yield) to support decision-making and cost reduction strategies.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with R&D, Quality, and Maintenance teams to ensure processes are scalable and sustainable.

Assist in new product introduction (NPI) and process validation for new composites or technical fabric lines.

Sustainability & Innovation

Identify opportunities to reduce energy consumption, scrap, and environmental impact across operations.

Support innovation initiatives focused on advanced materials and next-generation manufacturing techniques.

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Textile Engineering, or a related field.

2+ years of industrial engineering experience in a manufacturing environment (preferably textiles, composites, or technical materials).

Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process improvement tools.

Proficiency with CAD software, simulation tools, and ERP/MRP systems.

Preferred:

Experience in textile processes such as weaving, lamination, coating, or fiber-reinforced composites.

Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.

Experience with time studies, PFMEA, value stream mapping, and root cause analysis.

Working Conditions

Primarily on-site in a manufacturing facility with occasional travel to suppliers, vendors, or off-site production units.

Requires the ability to analyze production lines, interact with shop floor teams, and oversee improvement initiatives in real-time.