Industrial Engineer

Industrial Engineer

The Industrial Engineer is responsible for driving continuous improvement across plant operations, with a focus on efficiency, productivity, and safety. Spending approximately 85% of their time on the floor, this role partners closely with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to streamline processes, implement best practices, and identify opportunities for equipment upgrades or modifications. The Industrial Engineer also develops and standardizes SOPs, ensuring consistency and compliance throughout the plant.

Responsibilities :

• Analyze and improve production processes to reduce waste, downtime, and costs while increasing efficiency and quality.
• Develop, implement, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for plant operations.
• Partner with maintenance and engineering teams to recommend and support equipment upgrades, modifications, or replacements.
• Conduct time studies, workflow analysis, and root cause investigations to support process improvements.
• Monitor key performance metrics and provide data-driven recommendations for efficiency improvements.
• Support safety initiatives through process evaluation, ergonomic studies, and risk assessments.
• Provide training and guidance to production staff on improved processes and SOP adherence.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify and implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with capital projects by providing engineering input, ROI analysis, and implementation support.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

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Trident Maritime Systems is an EEO / AA employer that offers a comprehensive compensation package and opportunities for growth. As a government contractor, we adhere to regulations including the need for U.S. citizenship for certain positions. Offers of employment are contingent on and not considered finalized until the required background check and drug test has been performed and the results received and have been accessed.

About Trident Maritime Systems - Custom Alloy Division :

Trident Maritime Systems is a global leader in providing innovative solutions for maritime and defense industries. Our Custom Alloy division in High Bridge, NJ, specializes in manufacturing high-quality seamless and welded pipe and tube solutions, as well as custom fabrications for critical applications. We serve government and commercial clients. For government, we work on military and defense contracts requiring precision and reliability. For commercial clients, we provide custom-engineered solutions across various industries. This dual focus allows us to take on diverse, high-pressure projects. Unlike mass production facilities, we create large, custom fittings tailored to specific needs. Our plant features large machines for heavy-duty work in a traditional manufacturing environment. It can be hot, cold, or dirty, but we prioritize safety and provide tools and training to ensure success. Trident Maritime Systems offers a comprehensive benefit package which includes :

Onsite M - F 8 am - 5 pm