Industrial Engineer at Lincoln Electric

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 11,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

 Location: Euclid - Euclid, OH, United States (US)
Employment Status: Salary Full-Time
Function: Engineering
Req ID: 25275 

PURPOSE: Facilitate the application of industrial engineering principles to our manufacturing flow, layout, visual management, and overall effectiveness of our safety, quality, and productivity goals.

JOB DESCRIPTION (DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES):

• Drive continuous improvement in a standard approach across all Consumable manufacturing departments
• Assist with the implementation of a proactive continuous improvement program for existing manufacturing equipment
• Design and implement manufacturing processes and systems to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and reduce cost
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions
• Develop new concepts in material processing, handling, material flow, floor layout, visual controls, and productivity for cost reduction purposes
• Apply principles of industrial engineering to evaluate work method proposals and to develop recommendations to management affecting work methods and budget decisions
• Promote integrating manufacturing processes with technology
• Work with the support team and business stakeholders to translate process wants and needs into technical requirements for system improvements
• Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions
• Work with production teams to identify and resolve process issues
• Collaborate with quality assurance to ensure that products meet specifications and standards
• Develop and implement training programs for production teams on new processes and equipment
• Work with maintenance to ensure that equipment is properly maintained and repaired
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in manufacturing processes and systems
• Assume additional responsibilities as needed or directed in support of the Company’s overall strategy
• Obeys all safety rules and performs other duties as assigned by the Engineering Manager.
• Assumes additional responsibilities and performs special projects as needed or directed in support of Lincoln Electric’s strategic plan and 2025 Higher Standard Strategy.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• BS Degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent degree
• Minimum three years industry experience
• Demonstrated continuous improvement and structured problem-solving methodologies utilizing Lean and Six Sigma tools
• Ability to work effectively and cross-functionally on the shop floor on a regular basis
• Knowledge of MS Office software, including MS Word, Excel, and Power Point; familiarity with SAP a plus.
• Ability to perform hands-on work

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.