Industrial Engineer (Recent Grads Ok - Otj Training Offered)

MAPEI is hiring for an Industrial Engineer. In this role you will lead key optimization and continuous improvement projects across all US manufacturing plants using sound analytical methods, sophisticated software skills, advanced engineering knowledge, change management, and communication tools to effectively design processes that will yield highest productivity and efficiency in manufacturing and supply chain systems with an emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity.

• Develop innovative ways to increase equipment efficiency and labor productivity. Apply lean manufacturing principles to process design and management.
• Perform deep-dive study analysis to define and describe the key processes taking place in the manufacturing operations of MAPEI North America plants.
• Updating and improving procedures, instructions, and tools related to manufacturing activity improvement, when required.
• Participate in capital project scope definition including data analytics, equipment type and layout, capacity studies, and ROI cost justifications for improvement recommendations and new technology solutions. Work closely with the Engineering group in defining the technical parameters and developing Supplier’s RFQs.
• Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures, safety rules and instructions.
• Support the installation and commissioning of new equipment or systems including budget management, timeline, and external vendors organization.
• Manage and drive optimization projects in manufacturing and supply chain, which includes involvement in the design of new production lines, expansion projects, software technology, and optimizing current footprint, layouts, and product mix.
• Determine productivity standards for processes and labor which aims to improve plant efficiencies, quality, and standardize best practices to optimize capacity.
• Perform data analysis on inventory stocking levels and production planning to optimize space utilization production efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Be involved in task forces (cross departmental teams) that will manage projects and assignments, and work closely with the Unit Managers and the Production Mangers to execute them successfully.

What's in it for you

• Highly Competitive Base Pay
• Various other company employee-centric initiatives; discounted home/auto insurance programs, supplemental life insurance, and more.
• Excellent dental, vision programs, flex spending accounts, employer paid life insurance
• FREE MEDICAL INSURANCE for our employees or the option of a highly competitive medical plan with minimal monthly employee contributions and zero deductibles.
• Free tele-med physician services
• 401K retirement with up to 6% matching program
• 17 Days of paid and sick and vacation time annually (proration applies year one)

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and to travel on occasion.
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• 1-3 years of related experience, preferred not required.
• The position requires the ability to work with a personal computer in a Windows environment. Use Microsoft Office Suite software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook and the Internet, if required.
• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or supply chain.
• Minimum of high school diploma or equilivant, required

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Relocation assistance
• Dental insurance

Experience level:

• Under 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• No experience needed

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work setting:

• In-person
• Manufacturing facility

Ability to commute/relocate:

• West Chicago, IL 60185: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person