Industrial Engineer (Time Studies & MFG Optimization)

Position Title: Industrial Engineer (Time Studies & Manufacturing Optimization)

Location: Onsite Arden, NC (transitioning from Fairview, NC facility)

Duration: 6 9 months (high likelihood of extension based on ongoing workload)

Start Date: ASAP (active interviewing; stakeholder availability limited June 24 July 6) outside of that can interview anytime and start as early as in July

Interview Process:

• Round 1: Microsoft Teams interview (30 45 minutes)
• Round 2: Onsite interview in Arden, NC (2 3 hours with team leads and stakeholders)

Scope / What s Driving the Need:

This opportunity supports a high-growth product line expected to scale 5x over the next 3 8 years. The current environment operates as a prototype/job shop-style lab, with informal processes and inconsistent data across systems.

Key challenges include:

• Inaccurate SAP routings and time standards
• Lack of formalized production processes
• Informal lab protocols and tracking methods
• Limited visibility into true production capabilities

The organization is transitioning operations to a new Arden, NC facility, and this role will be essential in industrializing prototype workflows into structured manufacturing processes.

Duties / Responsibilities / What an Average Day Will Look Like:

• Conduct detailed time studies across manufacturing operations (primarily onsite)
• Analyze and optimize manufacturing process flows to improve efficiency and scalability
• Develop, implement, and maintain methods, operational sequences, and process standards
• Create and update manufacturing routings in SAP, ensuring accuracy of production data
• Develop new process work routers and improve existing ones
• Perform process flow audits to identify inefficiencies and waste reduction opportunities
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools to drive continuous improvement
• Identify appropriate quality inspection points and QIP checkpoints
• Optimize confirmation points in production processes
• Support daily manufacturing operations and troubleshoot process issues
• Lead and analyze process-related issues using data-driven approaches
• Work with automated, semi-automated, and manual assembly processes and equipment
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operators, and production teams
• Help transition lab-based prototype work into repeatable, scalable production lines
• Support facility transition to Arden site (process readiness vs. physical move execution)
• Manage assigned projects and contribute to ongoing process improvement initiatives
• Assist with additional project management and product development activities as needed

Necessary Skills:

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in industrial/manufacturing engineering
• Strong expertise in time studies, process optimization, and work measurement
• Hands-on experience with automated and/or manual assembly processes
• Proven experience with SAP (production routings, confirmations, process updates)
• Experience applying Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
• Ability to read and interpret engineering and production drawings
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis skills
• Solid mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision once objectives are defined
• Strong communication skills across technical and operational teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• ship required (ITAR-controlled environment)
• Must be able to work onsite for the majority of the engagement

Nice To Have:

• Experience in prototype-to-production transitions or job shop environments
• Familiarity with CREO, AutoCAD, or other CAD/design software
• Exposure to facility transitions or manufacturing site ramp-ups
• Background in industrializing early-stage or lab-based production processes
• Project management experience
• Bachelor s degree in engineering (associate degree required)