About this role
Industrial Engineer – Operational Excellence (Lean / Continuous Improvement / Manufacturing)
$85,000 – $95,000 Nogtiable + Bonus | Full-Time | Travel: 50–75%
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field
- 3–5 years of experience in:
Industrial Engineering
- Lean / Continuous Improvement
- Manufacturing, logistics, or warehouse environments
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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
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Work Environment
- Manufacturing and warehouse environments
- Exposure to production floors, forklifts, and outdoor conditions
- Travel required (50–75%)
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What Youll Deliver
- Improved efficiency, throughput, and productivity
- Reduced waste, downtime, and safety incidents
- Scalable Lean processes across multiple locations
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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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