Industrial Engineer

MAT Holdings, Inc • Rome, GA • 3d ago

Join MAT HD, a leading company in making heavy braking parts for different markets. We specialize in brake parts for commercial vehicles. We work with distributors, fleet owners, and OEMs to give the best solutions. We are proud to make high-quality brake shoes, new brake kits, and lined shoes for trucks and buses. If you want a challenging role in a company that values quality and innovation, MAT HD could be right for you!

MAT HD, LLC is a proud member of MAT Holdings Inc., a family of companies and products providing employment opportunities with more than 14,000 employees in 12 countries. Founded in 1984, MAT Holdings, Inc. is a privately held $2.2 billion multi-national company with manufacturing operations, distribution centers, and sourcing offices worldwide in the automotive, fencing, hardware, and power equipment sectors. Headquartered in Long Grove, Illinois, we have over 40 factories on three continents, including 2.1 million square feet of U.S. distribution and manufacturing space.

We're more than manufacturing, we're MAT

Benefits

MAT Holdings Inc. and its subsidiaries offer a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance after 60 days of employment

Paid Time Off (PTO), including paid vacation, sick days, and paid holidays

401k Retirement Plan + Company Match

Career Advancement Program, training and development

Wellness Programs, including fitness reimbursements and mental health support

Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Voluntary Life / AD&D , Employer Provided Life/AD&D

and More

We are seeking a seasoned Industrial Engineer with a strong foundation in Lean methodologies to drive operational efficiency across equipment utilization, facility layout optimization, and production workflows. This role acts as a strategic advisor to the Plant Manager, guiding improvement initiatives from concept through implementation. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with production and maintenance teams, providing hands-on support to resolve day-to-day operational challenges. Key responsibilities include developing detailed manufacturing process documentation and product flow diagrams, conducting root cause analysis to ensure sustainable problem resolution, and evaluating current practices to implement enhancements that uphold quality and maximize efficiency.

Principle Responsibilities

Conceive, design, develop, and test innovative solutions for manufacturing processes based on analysis and organizational objectives

Identify design improvements based on activity levels; assess footprint capacity within facilities and identify/develop plans to better utilize the space

Identify equipment improvements based on activity levels; assess throughput capacity and identify/develop plans remove bottlenecks and breakdowns

Create and maintain required documentation for manufacturing processes, including flow charts, capacity and utilization studies, time and motion studies, standard work, cycle time analysis, and line balancing

Empower employees and optimize existing activities based on standards and best practices from Six Sigma, LEAN, etc.

Study and analyze current processes, determine their effectiveness, and recommend strategies for improvement and timelines for implementation

Conduct time study analysis to establish production standards for departments

Advocate for continuous improvement by promoting a strong teamwork atmosphere and a community of process improvement practice

Research and introduce equipment/other technologies

Additional responsibilities assigned as necessary

Competencies

Highly hands-on with a strong mechanical aptitude is a must.

Problem solving and analyses, careful and systematic evaluation of information, possible alternatives, and consequences.

Mechanical skills required to perform equipment maintenance and fabrication in collaboration with other team members to develop practical solutions

Ability to understand production processes

Ability to understand and lead the implementation of low-level automation/robotics options

Ability to follow all the quality standards and guidelines strictly

Multi-tasking skills are required to manage multiple projects and various project activities.

Ability to identify cost reductions and provide ROI justifications for change/acquisition of equipment

Knowledge of/experience with value stream mapping and application of such.

Thinks conceptually and intuitively, linking problems and symptoms to identify underlying issues and root causes.

Presentation skills are the ability to communicate to an audience formally.

Makes sound decisions in a timely and confident manner.

A demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment, take initiative, work independently of day-to-day supervision, and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.

Minimum 5 years related experience.

Experience in a manufacturing environment, leading continuous improvement efforts and lean methods and tools

Maintenance/Mechanical experience - in a manufacturing environment a plus

Knowledge of industrial engineering concepts such as work cell layout and material flow analysis a plus

Proven ability to carry out design calculations.

Strong project and program management preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.

Ability to travel 40%.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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