Industrial Engineer at Pacific Awards Metals Inc in Baldwin Park, California

Job Description:

Location: Baldwin Park, CA

Position Summary: As an Industrial Engineer specializing in greenfield operations, manufacturing building moves, flow optimization, Lean principles, and process improvement, this role will be a key player in designing, implementing, and improving processes within our new and existing facilities. This position will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of sustainable practices and efficient operations from the ground up. A strategic, creative thinker with a strong technical background and a passion for driving continuous improvement will be required.

Main Duties:

Greenfield Operations:

• Lead the design and layout of new manufacturing facilities with a focus on safety, sustainability, energy efficiency, and waste reduction.
• Collaborate with architects, construction teams, and other stakeholders to ensure that green building principles are incorporated into facility design and construction.
• Develop and implement processes for the procurement of equipment for new facilities.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for green initiatives, presenting findings to stakeholders for decision-making.

Building Moves:

• Plan and coordinate the relocation of manufacturing operations to new facilities, ensuring minimal disruption to production schedules.
• Develop detailed move plans, including equipment layout, workflow optimization, and logistical considerations.
• Work closely with vendors and contractors to facilitate the safe and efficient transfer of equipment and materials.
• Conduct post-move evaluations to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.

Continuous Improvement and Flow Optimization:

• Analyze existing workflows and identify opportunities for optimization, waste reduction, and cost savings.
• Utilize Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency.
• Implement visual management tools and performance metrics to monitor and track progress.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to standardize best practices and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform downtime, line balancing, motion, and manufacturing capacity studies, design product line layouts and route plans.

• Perform work simplification studies (flow analysis and value analysis) on assembly lines to improve labor efficiencies and material utilization.
• Facilitate and lead teams on continuous improvement projects through lean manufacturing, process control, automation, and quality assurance.
• Develop process improvements for fabrication, assembly, and packaging. Provide on-going technical support for new and existing manufacturing systems.
• Maintain engineering changes, bills of materials, product routings, and manufacturing/process information.
• Develop and maintain SOP and quality documentation as it relates to engineering and manufacturing.
• Travel to other manufacturing facilities on an as needed basis, sometimes for extended periods of time.
• Provide support to Manufacturing, Quality Assurance and Materials Management as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Engineering or related field plus 5 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience in the metal stamping and fabrication field.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proficient problem-solving and multitasking skill
• Strong team player that thrives in a collaborative team environment
• High curiosity to learn and grow
• Ability to promote teamwork among peers is a must
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)

Competencies / Technical Skills:

Core Competencies: Personal Credibility, Analytical Abilities, Active listening, Adaptability, Attentiveness, Problem Solving, Dependability, Decision-making, Effective communication, Digital literacy, Friendliness, Knowledge of your product or service, Open-mindedness, Quick thinking, Ability to deal with ambiguity and make proper decisions with limited data/information, Responsiveness, and Timeliness, and Builds Collaborative Relationships with peers

Organizational Competencies: Continuous Improvement, Superior customer Service, Continuous learning, Active listening and understanding, Attention to detail, Steadfast ethics and integrity, All-in teamwork, Inclusive decision making, Creative problem solving, Growth mindset, Broad Perspective,

Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office applications such as excel and word. Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems such as Syteline, Oracle, and SAP.

Licenses / Certifications: None

Physical Requirements:Sit, stand, walk for long periods of time as needed in a manufacturing environment.

Work Conditions

Environment: Typical environment will be an office with moderate noise; however, extended periods of time will be spent on the factory floor exposed to very loud noise.

Travel: 25% with occasional continuous overnight stays based on project requirements.

Special Work Conditions: N/A

Disclaimer

The information in this description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Gibraltar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and gives all applicants for employment equal consideration regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, arrest record, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Gibraltar will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in the application process.

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