Industrial Engineer III

At Greene, Tweed, you'll find the cutting-edge technology, world-class polymer expertise and endless advancement opportunities you'd expect from a multi-national industry leader. You'll find them all in an environment that embraces diversity in people and opinions, moves decision making to the point of impact, and celebrates your success.

If you enjoy continuous learning and are excited about working with and creating technological solutions, explore career opportunities with Greene, Tweed.

Advanced Performance Analysis & System Optimization

· Lead analysis of production systems (OEE, throughput, cycle time, yield, cost) to identify systemic inefficiencies and constraints

· Perform advanced data analysis (regression, hypothesis testing, DOE, capability analysis) to determine root causes and validate improvements

· Develop and deploy models for capacity planning, bottleneck analysis, and throughput optimization

· Establish performance baselines and drive data-driven decision making across value streams

Industrial Engineering Leadership

· Lead value stream design and optimization through:

o Line balancing and labor modeling

o Takt-based flow design and production rate optimization

o Facility layout and material flow improvements

· Develop and maintain standardized labor models, capacity plans, and system performance metrics

· Apply advanced industrial engineering concepts to improve flow, reduce variability, and increase system efficiency

· Utilize modeling or simulation-based thinking (where applicable) to evaluate production scenarios

Lean Six Sigma Project Leadership

· Lead high-impact Lean Six Sigma projects aligned to strategic business objectives (cost reduction, throughput, quality improvement)

· Facilitate Kaizen events and Value Stream Mapping sessions

· Define project scope, develop charters, execute analysis, and ensure measurable results

· Deliver sustained improvements in cost, scrap reduction, lead time, and productivity

Coaching, Mentorship & Capability Building

· Coach engineers, CI leads, and process owners in Lean, Six Sigma, and industrial engineering tools

· Train teams on statistical methods, structured problem solving, and process management

· Mentor junior engineers (IE I/II) in technical skills and project execution

· Foster a culture of continuous improvement and data-driven decision making

Cross-Functional & Strategic Impact

· Partner with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and leadership to align improvement initiatives with business priorities

· Lead efforts to simplify, standardize, and replicate best practices across value streams

· Support production ramp, rate increases, and new process integration through IE principles

· Influence decision-making at multiple organizational levels

Performance Governance & Sustainability

· Establish and monitor key performance indicators (SQDC, OEE, throughput, cost)

· Ensure sustainability of improvements through control plans, standard work, and visual management

· Track and communicate project performance, risks, and outcomes to leadership

· Drive institutionalization of improvements across the organization

Required Minimum Qualifications

Education/Certifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field. Lean Six Sigma Black Belt required

Skills and Experience:

· 6–10 years of experience in industrial engineering, manufacturing, or continuous improvement

· Demonstrated expertise in:

o Lean Manufacturing (Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, flow, pull systems)

o Six Sigma (DMAIC, DOE, statistical analysis)

o Industrial Engineering methods (line balancing, time studies, capacity modeling, throughput analysis)

· Advanced proficiency in:

o Statistical tools (Minitab or equivalent)

o Production data analysis and performance systems (OEE, SPC, ERP/MES platforms)

· Proven track record delivering quantifiable business impact (cost savings, efficiency gains, throughput improvements)

Job Environment:

Physical Requirements:

Standing Frequently (46-100%)

Sitting Frequently (46-100%)

Lifting Up to 10lbs without assistance

Carrying Up to 10lbs without assistance

Walking Frequently (46-100%)

Hearing Ability to detect noises with or without corrective device(s)

Vision Clarity of vision, with or without corrective lenses

Mental Requirements:

Problem Solving Frequently (46-100%)

Making Decisions Ability to make decisions that have a moderate impact

Supervise Rarely (0-15%)

Interpret Data Frequently (46-100%)

Organize Frequently (46-100%)

Read/Write Frequently (46-100%)

Communication Frequently (46-100%)

Work Environment

High Temperatures Rarely (0-15%)

Low Temperatures Rarely (0-15%)

Noises Loud (manufacturing environment, movement of large equipment)

Fumes Exposure Rarely (0-15%)

Required Minimum Qualifications 

• This position requires U.S. Person status as defined by applicable law for authorized access to data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).  A U.S. Person includes U.S. Citizens, U.S. Nationals, lawful permanent residents, and workers granted refugee or asylum status in the United States.  

Note:  This Job Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the Supervisor.  All requirements are subject to change and updates.

We also provide eligible employees with a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401k savings plan, life and disability insurance, tuition assistance and more, to meet the diverse needs of all employees and their family members.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Greene, Tweed is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other federally protected class.

Drug Free Workplace:

Greene, Tweed is a Drug Free Workplace.  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation subject to federal, state, and local laws.

NOTE: Greene, Tweed is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities, unless they have a written agreement for the position they are contacting us about. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at GT without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of Greene, Tweed, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Greene, Tweed as a result of the referral or through other means.