Industrial Engineer
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Job Location:
Decorah, IA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Industrial Engineer
Location: Decorah Iowa
Job Type: Direct Hire Full-Time
Work Model: 100% Onsite
Compensation: $75000 $90000 base salary
Benefits: Full Benefits Relocation Assistance
Openings: 1
Overview
HireNow Staffing is partnering with a leading industrial manufacturing organization to hire a seasoned Industrial Engineer for its onsite operation in Decorah Iowa. This is a high-impact role for an engineer who thrives on improving processes eliminating inefficiencies and building scalable manufacturing systems.
The ideal candidate brings strong Lean manufacturing expertise proven success removing production bottlenecks and the leadership ability to drive continuous improvement across both shopfloor and office workflows. This is not a support-only role this engineer will serve as a hands-on change agent influencing performance throughput and culture.
Key Responsibilities
The Industrial Engineer will play a central role in optimizing manufacturing performance and operational efficiency. Core responsibilities include:
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Lead Lean transformation initiatives using tools such as 5S Standard Work Visual Management Kaizen Value Stream Mapping Pace-to-Takt and 8D
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Identify analyze and eliminate process bottlenecks impacting throughput labor efficiency and flow
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Drive waste reduction efforts across production material handling and administrative operations
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Standardize manufacturing processes layouts sequences work instructions and production methods
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Develop time studies capacity models labor standards and production planning tools to support scaling
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Improve facility and equipment layouts with a focus on safety ergonomics and process optimization
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Manage and develop Industrial Engineering operators and technicians ensuring high accountability and performance
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Coach frontline leads supervisors and managers to strengthen a culture of continuous improvement
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Own capital expenditure projects including equipment design vendor selection procurement installation and ROI evaluation
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Partner closely with the Operations Manager and Site Leadership Team to execute long-term CI roadmaps
Required Qualifications (Must-Have)
Candidates must meet the following requirements to be considered for interview:
Bachelors degree in engineering (required no exceptions)
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5 years of Industrial Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
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Demonstrated success improving production throughput and eliminating operational bottlenecks
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Strong foundation in data collection root cause analysis and structured problem solving
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Deep working knowledge of Lean principles and hands-on implementation experience
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Proven ability to communicate effectively with hourly teams supervisors and executive leadership
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Self-driven adaptable and comfortable operating in fast-paced evolving environments
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Must be able to work fully onsite in Decorah Iowa
Preferred Qualifications (Highly Valued)
Standout candidates may also bring:
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Experience leading Lean efforts in both manufacturing and office operations
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Prior people leadership experience managing IE teams or technical staff
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Background supporting high-volume or complex industrial production environments
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Strong CI ownership with measurable cost savings and operational performance impact
Additional Notes
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Local or nearby candidates are strongly preferred
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Relocation support is available for qualified candidates willing to relocate
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This is a hands-on onsite role requiring daily presence in the facility
HireNow Staffing Disclaimer
HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this role. All candidate information is handled confidentially and evaluated against defined requirements. This job description outlines the general scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Duties may evolve based on client needs and business growth. Only candidates meeting the core qualifications will be considered for interview.
Key Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- Continuous Improvement
- GM Vehicles
- Lean
- Industrial Engineering
- Value Stream Mapping
- Assembly Experience
- Warehouse Management System
- Autocad
- Kaizen
- Manufacturing
