Industrial Engineer

Our client is a privately-held, approximately 130-year-old company that has experienced steady growth, acquisitions, and expansion since the early 2000's. They are searching for an Industrial Engineer to join their team! If you have a passion for engineering, this is where you want to be: always changing, developing, and improving to drive efficiency and enhance products and product lines.

The Industrial Engineer plays a hands-on role in improving manufacturing processes, operations, and work cell performance with a primary focus on safety, delivery, quality, and cost. The role partners closely with operations, engineering, automation, and supply chain teams to drive productivity, throughput, and continuous improvement across the value stream. Success in this role requires strong analytical thinking, ownership of projects from concept through execution, and a daily presence on the factory floor. If your qualifications are suited for this opportunity, please send us your application today!

Work Model:

• On-Site

What You Will Do:

• Drive a culture of operational excellence, safety, and ethical standards through daily engagement and training
• Lead hands-on process improvement and productivity initiatives, including tooling, technology, and equipment upgrades
• Spend significant time on the factory floor identifying issues, validating data, and implementing real-time improvements
• Design and optimize work cells, methods, and layouts to improve throughput, labor efficiency, and material flow
• Align manufacturing processes, standards, and metrics to support safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives
• Establish and maintain engineering standards, KPIs, and performance scorecards aligned with annual goals
• Develop and manage project plans, ensuring delivery within defined scope, schedule, and budget

What You Will Need to Be Successful:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering
• Hands-on mindset with a willingness to take ownership and drive challenges through completion
• Experience with automated manufacturing processes and equipment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills focused on delivering cost-effective solutions

Benefits Overview:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k
• PTO

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Aaron Christner at (319) 449-1200 or email achristner@thepalmergroup.com.