Industrial Engineer 2 at Garmin International in Olathe, Kansas

Job Description:

GPS Manufacturer/Distributor

As a leading worldwide provider of navigation devices and wearable technology, our focus is on developing, designing and supporting superior products. Our advanced technology promotes performance, safety and ease of use in every market we serve. That makes us an engineering and technology company with a keen focus on recruiting talent in those fields. But the same vertical integration business model that keeps all design and manufacturing processes in-house also gives us the incentive to hire top performers from different backgrounds, including operations, finance and accounting, information technology, sales, marketing and communications.
 
In operations and facilities, we literally do it all…in-house. We are looking for skilled, energetic individuals who want to join our quality, international shipping, manufacturing, office services, planning, purchasing, receiving, returns and warehouse teams. These associates do everything from delivering packages and purchasing supplies to assembling aviation panel mounts and ensuring our large shipments of goods are exported according to applicable international laws. Together, they proactively support associates and customers alike. If you’re ready to work – and have fun, too – come, help us put the pieces together!
 
We are looking for a full-time Industrial Engineer 2 for our headquarters in the greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for providing analysis and input on physical layout design of workspaces for maximum flexibility and productivity, ensuring demand requirements are met. Other essential functions include: 

• Analyze, design and implement ergonomics within Operations to enhance productivity, reduce fatigue and ensure a safe work environment


• Mockup and test new processes and/or equipment including development of designed experiments for process and quality improvements


• Analyze, justify and implement special packaging projects, including tooling and equipment set-up


• Demonstrates excellent communication skills in collaboration with warehouse and service associates, as well as managers and director


• Collaborates and adds value in engineering design reviews 


• Completes cost analyses and provides justification for new equipment 


• Understands and implements lean tools and methods in performance of essential functions 


• Estimate level of effort for a task

Qualified candidates possess a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, Process Engineering, or another related engineering discipline from a four-year college or university AND a minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Other requirements include:

• Demonstrates full use of industry standards and procedures 


• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)


• Demonstrated proficiency and knowledge in use of engineering tools


• Demonstrated understanding of basic warehouse, manufacturing and/or service processes