Job Title: Industrial Engineer - Business Specialist III
Job Description
The Industrial Engineer Business Specialist III leads continuous improvement initiatives within site operations and helps build a strong culture of ongoing improvement. This role works closely with value stream leadership and engineering teams to identify, prioritize, and execute industrial engineering projects that align with overall business objectives, optimize manufacturing processes, and enhance productivity, quality, and safety.
Responsibilities
Identify and implement opportunities to improve continuous improvement processes, practices, and results across site operations.
Ensure improvement projects accurately identify root causes and systemic issues, and resolve them using effective, data-driven countermeasures.
Partner with operations teams to implement solutions, verify that they deliver the intended results, and take appropriate corrective actions when outcomes do not meet expectations.
Identify and pursue synergies across projects, issues, and functional areas to maximize impact and efficiency.
Lead and facilitate continuous improvement and industrial engineering projects from definition through standardization of solutions.
Act as a role model leader with a positive mindset and strong drive to achieve both short-term and long-term operational goals.
Educate site employees on industrial engineering theory and application through project work, individual mentoring, formal classroom training, and other appropriate methods.
Collaborate with other industrial engineers internally and externally to share best practices and promote standardization of effective methods.
Perform all job duties in a safe manner, consistent with the Code of Ethics, organizational values, ISO standards, and applicable policies, guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
Design and develop manufacturing systems for new processes or revisions to existing processes in collaboration with other engineering disciplines, including cell layouts, ergonomic designs, labor utilization, and line balancing.
Establish operational methods and work standards using method analysis, time studies, work sampling, and delay studies to optimize performance.
Develop and implement operator standard work to increase productivity, reduce bottlenecks, and meet production needs, while creating opportunities for improved flow in manufacturing.
Analyze existing operations and propose improvements by studying people, machine, and equipment capacity, then determining and implementing actions to improve productivity through optimal use of floor space, materials, personnel, and equipment.
Perform complex capacity analyses in mixed-model manufacturing environments to support planning and decision-making.
Lead and participate in Kaizen events to establish optimal manufacturing processes, methods, and procedures that improve quality and cost effectiveness.
Provide technical assistance and expertise to manufacturing in problematic situations, driving data-based process improvements, implementing corrective actions, and delivering training as needed.
Evaluate, recommend, and participate in the selection of equipment for secondary operations, assembly, packing, and material handling, including preparation of capital appropriation requests for related projects.
Collaborate with Lean and Practical Process Improvement (PPI) teams to support implementation of 5S, lead-time reduction, one-piece flow, and optimal plant layouts.
Support Practical Process Improvement (PPI) and Cost Improvement Projects (CIP) as part of regular day-to-day operations.
Monitor adherence to recommended safety procedures and good housekeeping practices in manufacturing areas.
Establish and maintain manufacturing specifications, including standard work, routings, and related technical documentation and inputs.
Assist in planning new facilities and operations, contributing industrial engineering expertise to layout and process design.
Stay current on new process technologies and techniques, and apply relevant innovations to new and existing processes where appropriate.
Provide information, analysis, and recommendations to support various management systems and decision-making processes.
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as needed to support operational and business objectives.
Essential Skills
At least 1 year of experience with continuous improvement methodologies, tools, and applications (co-op experience may apply).
Demonstrated ability to solve problems through effective application of root cause analysis and countermeasure methodologies.
Experience in advanced data collection, measurement, analysis, improvement, and control, with the ability to deliver fact-based decisions and apply a Lean management mindset.
Ability to accurately and quickly assess situations on the manufacturing floor and implement corrective measures to maintain production flow.
Proven ability to lead project teams through the full improvement cycle, from project definition through implementation and standardization of solutions.
Ability to lead and manage change effectively in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Strong innovation skills and a continuous improvement mindset.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interface and influence effectively at all organizational levels.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
Strong project management and facilitation skills.
Excellent prioritization, time management, and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate across functions.
Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering strongly preferred; equivalent applicable work experience may be considered.
At least 2 years of experience with continuous improvement methodologies, tools, and applications (co-op experience may apply).
2+ years of working experience in a manufacturing environment with ISO quality standards strongly preferred.
Ability to conduct critical analysis and assessments to develop strategic action plans.
Strong Lean manufacturing experience, including practical application in production environments.
Experienced in advanced data collection, measuring, analysis, improvement, and control, with understanding and application of the PDSA (Plan-Do-Study-Act) cycle.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Hands-on experience with continuous improvement, industrial engineering, and lean manufacturing within a production setting.
Experience in manufacturing process optimization, including cell design, line balancing, ergonomic assessment, and labor utilization.
Practical experience with root cause analysis techniques and structured problem-solving methods.
Familiarity with Kaizen events, 5S, one-piece flow, lead-time reduction, and optimum plant layout design.
Experience with capacity analysis in mixed-model manufacturing environments.
Ability to prepare and support capital appropriation requests for equipment and process improvement projects.
Comfort working within ISO quality standards and supporting compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements.
Strong facilitation skills for training, mentoring, and classroom instruction in industrial engineering concepts.
Ability to contribute to the planning and design of new facilities and operations.
Commitment to ethical behavior, safety, and maintaining high standards of housekeeping and workplace organization.
Work Environment
This position operates primarily in a manufacturing environment on a first-shift schedule, typically from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The role involves regular interaction on the production floor, working closely with operations, engineering, and cross-functional teams to observe processes, gather data, and implement improvements. The environment follows ISO quality standards and emphasizes strong safety practices, good housekeeping, and adherence to established procedures. Work includes a mix of office-based analysis, documentation, and project management, along with hands-on activities such as time studies, capacity assessments, Kaizen events, and equipment evaluations. The culture supports continuous improvement, collaboration, and professional development, encouraging the use of Lean tools and practical process improvement methodologies to enhance productivity, quality, and overall operational performance.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Rochester, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $35.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Rochester,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 21, 2026.
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