Industrial Engineer

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Coopersville, MI, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Hardware • Other • Appliances
The Role
The Industrial Engineer improves productivity, throughput, cost, labor utilization, facility layout, and manufacturing workflows. Responsibilities include process time estimation, simulation, NPI process planning, work measurement, labor standards, production planning, Lean, Automation, and Six Sigma initiatives. The role collaborates with engineering, management, sales, and NPI teams to optimize processes and equipment in a high-technology electronics manufacturing environment.
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Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add Industrial Engineer located in Coopersville MI

Reporting to the Business Excellence Manager, The Industrial Engineer will be responsible for increasing productivity through the management of workers, methods of business organization, and technology to solve organizational, production, and related problems efficiently.

What a typical day looks like:

  • Provides process time estimation to the quote team.
  • Simulates process, materials and manufacturing workflow and gives input to process engineers by using REFA, MOST, WITNESS and adequate tools.
  • During NPI coordinates process planning and set up with respect to takt, cycle time and direct labor requirement.
  • Reviews result during prototyping and trial runs and gives feedback to NPI and sales team.
  • work measurement programs and examine work samples to develop standards for labor utilization.
  • Examines staff utilization, facility layout, and operational data, such as production costs, process flow charts, and production schedules, to define efficient utilization of workers and equipment.
  • Recommends methods for improving worker efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities, such as restructuring job duties, reorganizing workflow, relocation workstations and equipment, and purchase of equipment.
  • Conference with management and engineering staff to implement plans and recommendations.
  • May develop management systems for cost reviews, financial planning, wage and salary administration, and job evaluation.
  • Develop management control systems to aid in financial planning and cost reviews, and design production planning and control systems to coordinate activities and ensure product quality.
  • Design or improve systems for the physical distribution of goods and services, as well as defining the most efficient plant locations.
  • Manages and supports initiatives to increase throughput, reduce cost and improve performance in constrained areas like Lean, Automation and/or Six Sigma projects.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering,
  • 5 years’ experience in Engineering in the high Technology Electronics Industry or related area.
  • Proficient with design tools (e.g., AutoCAD Simulation Software
  • Proficiency in Excel and Pivot Point reports
  • Travel national and international up to 5%
  • Experience in Automotive manufacturing, Automation experience a related field is highly desirable.

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What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

  • Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Matching 401(k) Contributions
  • Vacation and Paid Sick Time
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Application Deadline:

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.

Job Posting Start Date 09-15-2026 Job Posting End Date 11-15-2026 Job CategoryProduction Engineering

Relocation: Not eligible

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [email protected] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering
  • Five years of engineering experience in the high-technology electronics industry or a related area
  • Proficiency with design and simulation tools such as AutoCAD, REFA, MOST, and WITNESS
  • Proficiency in Excel and PivotPoint reports
  • Ability to travel nationally and internationally up to 5%
  • Experience in automotive manufacturing
  • Automation experience
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