Title: Sr Industrial Engineer
Location: Carol Stream, IL
Hire Type: Direct hire
Compensation: $100-135k
Bonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options: Annual bonus potential
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k
Must have Skill Set:
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
5+ years of Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering experience
Strong experience with process improvement, workflow optimization, and operational efficiency
Experience working in a manufacturing, production, packaging, or warehouse environment
Overview:
A leading manufacturing organization is seeking a Sr. Industrial Engineer to support process improvement, operational efficiency, and engineering initiatives within a high-volume production and warehouse environment. This individual will partner with engineering, maintenance, operations, and other cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for improvement and implement practical solutions that enhance productivity, workflow, and overall facility performance.
This is a hands-on role that combines office-based analysis with regular time on the manufacturing floor and in warehouse and packaging areas.
Job Duties:
Analyze existing manufacturing and warehouse processes to identify opportunities for improved efficiency, productivity, and utilization.
Develop and implement process improvements, workflow changes, and operational solutions.
Evaluate facility layouts, material flow, work methods, labor utilization, and production processes.
Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, and other departments on continuous improvement initiatives.
Use data and performance metrics to identify inefficiencies and measure the impact of improvement efforts.
Support engineering projects and operational changes from concept through implementation.
Regularly walk the production and warehouse areas to observe processes, identify issues, and ensure improvements are effectively implemented.
Provide technical recommendations and communicate findings to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
Help establish and maintain standardized processes, procedures, and best practices.
Adjust work schedule as needed to support business and operational requirements.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of relevant engineering experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
Strong understanding of industrial engineering principles, process improvement, lean manufacturing, and workflow optimization.
Experience analyzing production processes, labor utilization, material flow, capacity, and facility layouts.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering/data analysis tools.
Comfortable working in both an office and active manufacturing/warehouse environment.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and work in areas with varying temperatures, odors, powders, and other manufacturing conditions.
Ability to regularly stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, twist, and work above shoulder level while conducting facility observations.
Must be willing to adjust working hours occasionally based on business needs.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.