Job Description
Industrial Engineer I
- Local candidates only being considered
- Will not provide Visa sponsorship of any kind now or in the future
Location : Milpitas CA 95035
Hire Type : Contract to Hire
Pay Rate : $30 / hr-$36 / hr
Benefits : As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.
The Industrial Engineer is responsible for increasing productivity through effective management of workers, optimization of business processes, and integration of technology to solve organizational and production challenges efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
Provide process time estimation to support quoting and planning activities.Simulate process, materials, and manufacturing workflows using REFA, MOST, WITNESS, or equivalent tools.Coordinate process planning and setup during new product introduction (NPI), ensuring alignment with takt time, cycle time, and labor requirements.Review results from prototyping and trial runs; provide feedback to NPI and commercial teams.Conduct work measurement programs and examine work samples to establish labor utilization standards.Analyze staff utilization, facility layout, production costs, and schedules to optimize workflow and resource use.Recommend process and efficiency improvements, such as reorganizing workflows, relocating equipment, or updating technology.Collaborate with management and engineering teams to implement operational improvements.Develop management systems for cost control, financial planning, wage administration, and job evaluation.Design production planning and control systems to coordinate activities and ensure product quality.Optimize systems for the physical distribution of goods and plant layout for operational efficiency.Lead initiatives to improve throughput, reduce cost, and enhance performance through Lean, Automation, or Six Sigma projects.Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and training.Strong working knowledge of REFA, MOST, and WITNESS methodologies.Proficiency with standard electronic assembly, inspection, and test tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, measuring tools).Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to define issues, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.Ability to interpret technical instructions, production data, and statistical analyses.Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels.Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related productivity software.Experience in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives is a plus.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Meet Your Recruiter
An-Denise Carter
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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