Monarch Technical Services, Inc. ยท 3 months ago
Industrial Engineer and EHS Lead
Harwood Heights, Illinois, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expMonarch Technical Services, Inc. is seeking an Industrial Engineer and EHS Lead to drive operational excellence through Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives and the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) program. This hands-on role involves optimizing manufacturing processes and fostering a proactive EHS culture to ensure compliance and promote a safe work environment.
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Responsibilities
Evaluate manufacturing processes using data analysis and engineering principles to identify opportunities for improvement in safety, quality, delivery, and cost
Lead and facilitate cross-functional process improvement events using Lean Six Sigma tools (e.g., Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, TPM)
Develop, document, and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for optimized processes, ensuring proper training and adherence
Research, propose, and manage the implementation of improved processes, equipment modifications, or new manufacturing technologies
Implement and sustain 5S methodology throughout the facility
Manage and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to productivity, efficiency, and project status
Champion and foster a proactive EnPro Environmental Health and Safety program/culture through visible leadership, training, communication, and associate engagement
Represent the site on corporate safety meetings/events
Manage the safety opportunity reporting system
Track monthly safety reporting data
Develop, implement, and monitor Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) to ensure they are available for all key tasks and equipment, existing & new
Lead incident investigations, determine root causes, implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPAs), and ensure timely reporting
Conduct periodic EHS assessments
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree or 8 years of work experience required
Minimum 3-5 years in a similar continuous improvement role
Technical skills in MS Office application
Experience facilitating cross-functional process improvement events using Lean Six Sigma principles, concepts, methodology & tools such as: 5S, VSM, and Kaizen
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and in team environments
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
Working knowledge of manufacturing process associated with the machining of metal. Lathes and Mills preferred
Experience supporting component assembly processes
Strong analytic skill, problem solving tools/methods, Lean tools, standardized Work, 5S, TPM, etc. Methodically work to establish root cause of process variation
Excellent communication skills - professional and effective interaction across all levels of personnel with the organization
Excellent organizational and project management skills
Strong computer skills Microsoft Office Suite, ERP systems, etc
Self-motivated with drive to accomplish various tasks under minimal supervision in a timely manner
Flexibility to work off shift to accommodate Production support needs
Preferred
Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering: 5 years (Preferred)
Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification is highly desirable
Company
Monarch Technical Services, Inc.
Monarch Technical is a full service technical staffing firm, providing placement services for the manufacturing, warehouse, and industrial industries throughout the Greater Chicagoland area.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase