Operational Engineer - Industrial Manufacturing - United States

• Lead manufacturing improvement initiatives focused on productivity, efficiency, quality, and cost reduction.
• Analyze manufacturing workflows, equipment layouts, and facility operations to maximize performance.
• Develop and implement best-in-class manufacturing methods and production processes.
• Conduct value stream mapping, process flow redesigns, and time studies to identify improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, materials, and quality teams to optimize manufacturing operations.
• Support plant leadership in identifying and executing continuous improvement projects.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing tools to eliminate waste and improve operational performance.
• Evaluate production capabilities, labor utilization, and manufacturing costs to support business objectives.
• Partner with suppliers and internal stakeholders on equipment, tooling, and process improvement initiatives.
• Travel extensively to manufacturing facilities to support operational excellence projects and strategic initiatives.

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Remote position with extensive travel to manufacturing facilities nationwide.Lead Lean initiatives across multiple manufacturing facilities.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, or process improvement environments.
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong analytical, project management, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar engineering software.
• Ability to work cross-functionally within manufacturing, operations, quality, and engineering teams.
• Willingness to travel approximately 75% to manufacturing facilities throughout the United States.

Our client is a growing industrial manufacturing organization operating multiple production facilities across North America. The company specializes in engineered equipment and industrial products serving a diverse range of end markets. With a strong focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement, the organization is investing in manufacturing efficiency, productivity enhancements, and long-term growth initiatives.

• Competitive base salary ranging from $80,000 - $90,000, depending on experience.
• 401(k) program with an excellent company match.
• Opportunity to support continuous improvement and manufacturing optimization initiatives across multiple production facilities.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, value stream mapping, facility optimization, and operational excellence projects.
• High-visibility role partnering with leaders across manufacturing, engineering, operations, and quality teams.
• Opportunity to travel nationwide and make a measurable impact across a diverse manufacturing portfolio.
• Strong long-term career growth opportunities within a stable and growing industrial manufacturing organization