Industrial Engineer

Job Title: Industrial Engineer Remote Allowed: No Location: Decorah, Iowa Salary Range: $75,000 – $90,000 base Job Type: On-site only Benefits: Full benefits + relocation assistance Role Snapshot The Industrial Engineer will lead the identification and elimination of process bottlenecks across manufacturing and office operations using lean principles. This role manages IE operators and technicians and acts as a proactive change agent driving a continuous improvement culture. Key Responsibilities Lead and implement lean tools including 5S, standard work, visual management, pace to takt, value stream mapping, Kaizen, and 8D Drive waste reduction, WIP reduction, and throughput improvement Standardize and optimize manufacturing processes, layouts, sequences, and flow Lead CI initiatives across manufacturing and office functions Develop capacity models, production planning tools, and time standards Design and improve equipment layouts, workflow, and safety practices Manage and develop IE operators and technicians Coach Leads, Supervisors, and Managers to build a CI culture Own equipment capital expenditures including design, vendor selection, procurement, and implementation Partner with Operations Manager and Site Leadership Team to execute a CI roadmap Education & Experience Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (required) Minimum 5+ years of Industrial Engineering experience Strong background in data collection, root cause analysis, and problem solving Proven ability to improve throughput and eliminate bottlenecks Solid working knowledge of LEAN principles Strong communication and presentation skills Self-motivated and adaptable in fast-paced environments