Industrial Engineer (Entry Level BSIE)

Actalent • Crown Point, IN • 9h ago

Continuous Improvement Engineer - (Entry level Industrial Engineer)

Overview

Join a growing warehouse in Northwest Indiana as a Continuous Improvement Engineer. In this hands-on role, you'll partner with operations teams to identify process inefficiencies, implement Lean solutions, and drive operational excellence within a fast-paced warehouse environment. This is an excellent opportunity for recent engineering graduates or early-career engineers looking to build experience in process improvement and Lean methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze warehouse processes and identify opportunities for improvement.

Conduct root cause investigations and implement corrective actions.

Collect and analyze operational data to support decision-making.

Lead and support Lean initiatives such as 5S, Kanban, Visual Management, and Standard Work.

Develop SOPs, work instructions, and process documentation.

Monitor KPIs and measure improvement effectiveness.

Collaborate with operations, engineering, and cross-functional teams on process optimization projects.

Support audits, process flow improvements, and continuous improvement activities.

Utilize ERP systems and reporting tools to drive data-based improvements.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Supply Chain, Operations Engineering, or related field.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Office tools.

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Root Cause Analysis.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced warehouse or distribution environment.

Preferred Experience

Internship, co-op, project, or professional experience in process improvement, industrial engineering, manufacturing, logistics, or warehouse operations.

Exposure to Lean tools including 5S, Kaizen, PDCA, and 5 Whys.

Experience with ERP systems (Oracle preferred) and data-driven reporting.

Work Environment

Hands-on warehouse and distribution setting with a strong focus on safety, operational discipline, and continuous improvement. PPE is required, including steel-toe shoes. This is a fast-paced environment offering direct exposure to logistics operations, Lean initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Crown Point, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $36.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Crown Point,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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