Industrial Engineer

Industrial Engineer

Location: Phoenix, AZ

A rapidly growing advanced manufacturing innovator is expanding its operational footprint in the greater Phoenix area. As part of its strategic growth initiatives, the company is launching a new state-of-the-art facility and is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer to lead key planning and optimization efforts.

This is a high-impact opportunity to help design and operationalize a new plant from the ground up, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance performance, productivity, and sustainability in production processes. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in capacity planning, lean process development, and facility layout design, helping to ensure a smooth and cost-effective transition into a new manufacturing space.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead planning, design, and optimization of manufacturing workflows for a new production facility.
• Develop and refine site layouts to maximize workflow efficiency and support future expansion, working in close partnership with operations, production, and engineering stakeholders.
• Conduct time studies, labor utilization analysis, and capacity planning to inform decision-making and operational setup.
• Drive successful product launches by designing and optimizing manufacturing workflows for smooth implementation and integration.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to drive lean initiatives, kaizen events, and continuous improvement programs.
• Identify, deploy, and integrate efficient solutions, tools, and technologies that boost output and minimize inefficiencies.
• Provide expertise and guidance on lean principles and Six Sigma methodologies, developing and coaching team members to achieve operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards during facility setup and ongoing operations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field required.
• Minimum 5 years and up to 8 years of experience in industrial engineering or a similar field.
• Strong knowledge of lean principles and Six Sigma methodologies, with Green or Black Belt certification a plus.
• Experience supporting new facility setup or expansion projects, ideally in high-automation environments.
• Proficient in process optimization, capacity analysis, and material handling solutions.
• Strong technical skills in software applications and data analysis.
• Familiarity with automation systems, including robotic machinery (e.g., FANUC), is highly desirable.

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive base salary plus 10% annual bonus, with recent payout trends exceeding target
• Stock option grants with quarterly vesting schedule
• Relocation assistance package
• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, and vision

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