Industrial Engineer

• The Industrial Engineer will lead the identification of issues impeding product flow, applying lean principles to alleviate process bottlenecks and reduce work in progress (WIP).
• This includes management of the IE operators and technicians, providing direction, and developing their capability and performance.
• Project management skills are a plus for this position. The focus will be on managing and leading projects rather than the management of people.

• Lead and implement site lean activities such as 5S, standard work, visual management, pace to takt, value stream mapping, Kaizen, and 8D to drive out waste and improve productivity.
• Leads in fostering the professional development of facility Leads, Supervisors, and Managers by being a leading, proactive change agent that drives a CI culture
• Leads standardization and optimization of manufacturing processes, sequences, layouts, and flow.
• Lead and track continuous improvement activities through all functional areas including both manufacturing and office.
• Develop detailed plans, drive project performance, and assure timely completion and improvement projects and savings goals
• Develops, designs, and plans equipment and machine layouts, workflow, and safety precautions to maximize utilization of plant and manufacturing facilities.
• Key owner and stakeholder of equipment capital expenditures, including design, vendor selection, procurement, and implementation
• Collaborate with Operations Manager and Site Leadership Team to develop continuous improvement roadmap driving best in class performance
• Lead creation and enhancement of capacity modeling, production planning tools and time standards.
• Additional duties as assigned

• Bachelor s degree in Engineering
• Minimum 5 years of Industrial Engineering experience.
• 2-3 years of experience managing projects.
• Industrial Services Data collection, root cause analysis and practical problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to apply throughput improvement processes
• Knowledge of LEAN principles
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and written/oral communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to be flexible in shifting priorities and focusing on critical tasks

• Experience & Background
  • 3-5 years in Industrial Engineering with a strong focus on process optimization and continuous improvement.
  • Proven ability to lead projects (not people) and deliver measurable results in manufacturing environments.
  • Bachelor s degree in Engineering (required).
• Core Skills
  • Value Stream Mapping - Skilled at analyzing end-to-end production flow to identify inefficiencies and eliminate waste.
  • Time Studies - Experienced in measuring task durations to set accurate standards and improve productivity.
  • Process Improvements - Adept at evaluating workflows and implementing changes that enhance efficiency and quality.
  • Lean Manufacturing Understanding - Solid knowledge of lean principles and tools (e.g., 5S, Kaizen) to drive operational excellence.
  • Owning the Process Flow - Takes full responsibility for designing, monitoring, and optimizing material and product movement through the system.
• Additional Strengths
  • Strong project management skills for planning, tracking, and executing improvement initiatives.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities.
  • Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of prioritizing critical tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Cultural Fit
  • Appreciates a collaborative, continuous improvement culture.
  • Values work-life balance (1st shift only, no weekends or evenings).
  • Comfortable working in a rural location with a close-knit team.

Authorized US Worker - s and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time. EOE/AA/V/D

DP Professionals (DPP) is a premier, full-service staffing and recruiting firm that specializes in the placement of highly qualified knowledge workers in both contingent and direct hire opportunities. Located in "famously hot" Columbia, SC, DPP is a certified Woman-owned Small Business Enterprise (WBE and WOSB) with more than 25 years in the staffing industry.