What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Engineer position at American & Efird LLC?
Come be part of the most influential and heritage-packed company in Hoke County! The Burlington Raeford Plant has a proud heritage of producing fabrics for the U.S. Military for more than 70 years with a combination of innovative processes and top-notch, heartfelt leadership. With a proven track record of providing a stable, genuine & authentic place to work, the Burlington Raeford Plant is ready for you to join our team!
We are looking to grow our team and fill the position of Industrial Engineer.
We are seeking a skilled and proactive Industrial Engineer to support division and plant manufacturing objectives by improving quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance through the application of industrial engineering principles. This role develops & maintains product performance standards, establishes budgets, and leads & supports continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing processes, quality systems, cost control, automation, and workforce effectiveness within a textile manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Manufacturing Performance Standards & Continuous Improvement
- Support division manufacturing objectives for improving quality, delivery, and cost through implementation and improvement of industrial engineering systems, including:
- Product Performance Standards for Productivity and Yield
- Annual Budgets for Machine Hours, Labor, Materials, and Overhead.
- Materials Handling optimization
- Cost reduction planning and productivity improvement
- Employee involvement initiatives
- Wage administration support
- Industrial Engineering technology application and management training
- Industrial Engineering human resource planning
Cost Reduction & Cost Control
- Lead and manage cost reduction initiatives related to improving quality, productivity, and operational efficiency.
- Maintain and enhance manufacturing cost control systems to support plant and division objectives.
- Analyze labor, material, overhead, and process costs; recommend and implement corrective actions.
Automation & Technology
- Apply automated manufacturing solutions where appropriate to solve quality, delivery, and cost challenges.
- Evaluate, recommend, and assist with the installation of electronic monitoring and control systems.
- Ensure systems deliver measurable improvements in efficiency, quality, and data visibility.
Customer Service & Production Flow
- Support delivery performance and productivity through implementation of JIT manufacturing principles.
- Support manufacturing scheduling, inventory reduction, and throughput improvement initiatives.
Professional Development & Best Practices
- Stay current with industrial engineering trends, tools, and best practices relevant to textile manufacturing.
- Recommend changes in policies, procedures, and engineering practices to improve overall plant performance.
Required Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Experience
- 3–7 years of industrial engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within textile, apparel, or high‑volume manufacturing operations.
- Demonstrated experience with cost reduction, process improvement, quality systems, and production optimization.
Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of:
- Industrial engineering principles and methods
- Lean manufacturing and JIT systems
- Statistical analysis and quality tools
- Work measurement and labor standards
- Manufacturing cost control systems and budgets development.
- Automation and manufacturing monitoring/control technologies
- Textile manufacturing and processes preferred but not required
- Proficiency in data analysis tools, spreadsheets, and manufacturing systems (ERP/MES preferred).
Core Competencies
- Analytical thinking and problem solving
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Project management and execution
- Cross‑functional collaboration
- Communication and presentation skills
- Change management and employee involvement facilitation
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including exposure to machinery, noise, and production floor conditions.
- Ability to lift, stand, and walk on the plant floor.