Industrial Engineering Leadership Lead and manage the Industrial Engineering (IE) team to support daily manufacturing operations and long‑term capacity planning. Continuous Improvement & Data Analytics Drive Lean, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity and waste reduction.
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Location
Plano, TX
Description
Industrial Engineering Leadership
Lead and manage the Industrial Engineering (IE) team to support daily manufacturing operations and long‑term capacity planning.
Establish IE priorities, standards, and methodologies aligned with site and corporate objectives.
Provide technical and analytical support to manufacturing leadership.
Capacity & Productivity Optimization
Develop and maintain labor standards, routing, and capacity models across production lines.
Drive improvements in labor productivity, line balance, takt time, and throughput.
Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.
Cost & Efficiency Improvement
Support cost reduction initiatives through labor optimization, layout improvements, and process standardization.
Develop make‑vs‑buy, staffing, and shift models based on demand and business forecasts.
Support capital justification and ROI analysis for equipment and automation investments.
Layout, Ergonomics & Workflow
Design and optimize factory layouts, material flow, and workstation ergonomics.
Ensure efficient use of space, tools, and resources across the manufacturing floor.
Support safety and ergonomics improvements to reduce risk and improve operator efficiency.
New Product Introduction (NPI) Support
Support NPI activities through line balance analysis, staffing models, and readiness assessments.
Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Automation, and Production teams during product ramps.
Ensure new processes meet efficiency, cost, and capacity targets before mass production.
Continuous Improvement & Data Analytics
Drive Lean, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity and waste reduction.
Establish KPI dashboards for labor efficiency, utilization, and operational performance.
Use data‑driven analysis to support decision‑making and improvement initiatives.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to support operational goals.
Communicate findings, recommendations, and improvement plans to leadership.
Support audits and ensure compliance with Lite‑On standards and SOPs.
People Development & Safety
Hire, coach, and develop industrial engineers and analysts.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure IE activities comply with EHS requirements.
Support skill development and succession planning within the IE team.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
8–12 years of industrial or manufacturing engineering experience, including 3+ years in a management or lead role.
Experience in electronics, EMS, or high‑volume manufacturing environments.
Proven ability to deliver measurable productivity and cost improvements.
Travel Requirement:
10% travel, subject to change based on business needs.