What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Industrial Engineer position at D'Addario & Company, Inc.?
D’Addario & Company is the world’s largest manufacturer and distributor of musical instrument accessories. As a U.S. based manufacturing leader, we pride ourselves on high-automation machinery, cutting-edge technology, and a deep commitment to environmentally sustainable practices. Most importantly, we’re proud of our diverse team of individuals who embody our core values—family, curiosity, passion, candor, and responsibility—and bring them to life every day.
We’re looking for a driven Industrial Engineer to play a key role in improving quality and operational efficiency at our Farmingdale, Long Island headquarters. In this hands-on role, you’ll lead root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and help shape a robust Operations Management System in collaboration with Operations and Quality Control. If you’re ready to make an impact, thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and are passionate about optimizing processes, reducing waste, and delivering exceptional results, we want to hear from you. Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is required. This is an on-site role and will require the candidate to work on-site daily in the Farmingdale office.
At D’Addario, we don’t just offer a job—we offer a career with one of the most iconic names in the music industry. We’re passionate about innovation, craftsmanship, and creating a workplace where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas thrive. We’re eager to connect with individuals who bring fresh thinking and a collaborative spirit. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear how you’ll add value to our team.
Some Perks & Benefits of Working at D'Addario:
We offer a competitive total compensation package. The base salary range for this role is $80,000-$85,000 and is commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications. This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in accordance with company policy.
Responsibilities
We’re looking for a driven Industrial Engineer to play a key role in improving quality and operational efficiency at our Farmingdale, Long Island headquarters. In this hands-on role, you’ll lead root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and help shape a robust Operations Management System in collaboration with Operations and Quality Control. If you’re ready to make an impact, thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and are passionate about optimizing processes, reducing waste, and delivering exceptional results, we want to hear from you. Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is required. This is an on-site role and will require the candidate to work on-site daily in the Farmingdale office.
At D’Addario, we don’t just offer a job—we offer a career with one of the most iconic names in the music industry. We’re passionate about innovation, craftsmanship, and creating a workplace where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas thrive. We’re eager to connect with individuals who bring fresh thinking and a collaborative spirit. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear how you’ll add value to our team.
Some Perks & Benefits of Working at D'Addario:
- 401(k) Retirement Plan: Once eligible, D’Addario provides an employer Safe Harbor contribution of 3% of total annual earnings, with the opportunity to earn up to an additional 7% in employer Discretionary contributions, regardless of employee contribution level
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave
- Fertility and family-building benefits
- Annual performance and compensation reviews
- Career pathing and professional development via LinkedIn Learning
- A generous allotment of Paid Time Off (PTO) days
- Flexible sick day policy
- 12 paid holidays
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Enhanced short-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discounts on D’Addario products and merchandise
- Company jam nights, artist performances, holiday parties, and special events
- A passionate, talented team that loves what they do!
We offer a competitive total compensation package. The base salary range for this role is $80,000-$85,000 and is commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications. This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in accordance with company policy.
Responsibilities
- Investigate and resolve quality issues by identifying root causes and collaborating on effective corrective action plans.
- Ensure product compliance with all company standards and specifications.
- Document corrective actions and track progress to completion.
- Enhance the Quality System in partnership with Operations and Quality Control teams.
- Monitor and report product issues to managers and customers as needed.
- Collect, analyze, and present critical quality data to support decision-making.
- Review and optimize manufacturing processes for accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with customer demand.
- Drive waste reduction initiatives across production and related processes.
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is required
- Minimum 2 years of experience as an Industrial Engineer in a manufacturing setting.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field preferred.
- Familiarity with Lean methodologies such as Kaizen, Kanban, and 5S preferred.
- Experience with AutoCAD and MATLAB a plus.
- Strong communication skills, including public speaking and presentations.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Salary : $80,000 - $85,000