Industrial Engineer

Actalent - Glendale, KY

Full-time - Mid Level

Glendale, KY

10,001+ employees

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Industrial Engineer at Actalent will focus on optimizing labor standards and methods within the production environment. This role involves analyzing processes, conducting ergonomic evaluations, and recommending improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity. The engineer will also be responsible for developing cost-saving proposals and ensuring adherence to quality standards while collaborating with various departments.

Responsibilities

• Drive development and/or installation of direct and indirect labor standards and methods.
• Track labor, efficient manpower utilization and line balancing.
• Conduct Job Ergonomics evaluations.
• Analyze problem process constraints and conduct equipment cycle time analysis.
• Recommend most efficient distribution of manpower and review daily employee manpower, analyze plant methods and standards.
• Prepare or direct the preparation of cost estimates of new or revised methods and standards.
• Review proposed changes in plant layout, processes, material handling, routing, etc.
• Analyze production and non-production operations to determine those requiring study and develop new or improved methods and standards.
• Conduct time and motion/MODAPTS studies and review employee proposals and suggestions.
• Develop cycle line layouts for current and future models using ACAD. Lead job methodization and process allocations.
• Coordinate engineering changes and planning. Conduct value stream mapping and process audits.
• Develop cost saving project proposals and write projects as required.
• Assist production in planning labor allocations for mix and line speed changes.

Requirements

• Engineering Degree (Industrial Engineering preferred)
• MODAPTS preferred
• Ability to analyze and resolve issues quickly through root cause analysis
• Strong customer orientation with a commitment to upholding plant processes
• Ability to execute to achieve results while managing multiple priorities
• Proven willingness to take a participatory approach to union relations
• Ability to serve as a strong and confident technical mentor to the production organization
• Strong written and verbal communications skills