Industrial Engineer

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Belvidere, IL, USA
In-Office
Junior
Appliances • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Leads continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives across manufacturing operations. Coordinates new product introductions, facility transformation, technology transfer, line and value-stream maintenance, process documentation, demand-driven strategies, and material and information flow optimization. Collaborates with shop-floor teams to improve manufacturing methods, systems, layouts, and controls, while supporting equipment selection and implementation. Requires engineering, CAD, lean principles, project leadership, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration.
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We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.


Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

The Industrial Engineer is responsible for ongoing process improvement initiatives that deliver excellence across entire value chain.  They will utilize enterprise standards to lead process improvement initiatives by implementing policies, procedures and process documentation related to continuous improvement directives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Responsible coordinating the successful launch of New Product Introductions (NPI) within operations 

  • Contribute to facility transformation, technology transfer and ongoing maintenance of mixed model lines or value streams.   

  • Ensure ongoing success of process improvement initiatives by implementing policies, procedures and process documentation. 

  • Implement demand driven principals and strategies that supports operational excellence and long range plans.  (Flexibility, Speed & Responsiveness) 

  • Ensure product, material and information streams flow and are synchronized to produce maximum efficiencies and lowest cost of operation. 

  • Contribute to creation of innovative ideas to improve business results. 

  • Deploy standard Generac tools, methodologies, standards, practices and processes. 

  • Implement objectives to include continuous improvement initiatives to achieve customer satisfaction and fulfillment needs. 

  • Work closely with shop floor personnel to promote ongoing Continuous Improvement of manufacturing methods, systems and controls. 

  • Responsible for area layouts, process definition, and equipment justification, selection, and implementation.

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology

  • 1-3 years related experience in the Engineering function within a similar working environment. 

Additional Qualifications: 

  • Proficiency in CAD (AutoCAD, Solid Works and/or ProE);  

  • Excellent organizational, written and oral communication skills; 

  • Knowledge of lean principles and process improvements; 

  • Diverse skills and experience leading projects; 

  • Experience collaborating cross-functionally to achieve desired results; 

  • Experience operating in high mix, low volume and high volume, low mix production environments; 

  • Demonstrated skills in problem solving and conflict resolution;  

  • Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast paced environment. 

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls.  The employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders.  The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job include are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel. 

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology
  • 1–3 years of related engineering experience in a similar working environment
  • Proficiency in CAD, including AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and/or Pro/ENGINEER
  • Knowledge of lean principles and process improvement
  • Experience leading projects
  • Experience collaborating cross-functionally
  • Experience in high-mix, low-volume and high-volume, low-mix production environments
  • Problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
  • Ability to manage shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills
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The Company
HQ: Waukesha, Wisconsin
3,437 Employees
Year Founded: 1959

What We Do

Generac is a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world. Our purpose is to lead the evolution to a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world through our backup and prime power systems. As a company, we are committed to sustainable, cleaner energy products poised to revolutionize the 21st century electrical grid. Founded in 1959, Generac introduced the first affordable backup generator and later created the category of automatic home standby generators. Generac’s people contribute to the company’s growth and success by living our corporate values everyday - integrity, innovation, agility, teamwork, and excellence. We foster a culture that supports diversity, equity, inclusivity, and good corporate citizenship, globally. If you're interested in powering your future with Generac, visit www.generac.com/about-us/careers to find a position that fits your career goals and celebrated talents. #PoweringPossibilities #ThePowerOfGenerac

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