Cummins Inc. · 1 hour ago
Industrial Engineer - Senior
1000 Rockwell Dr, Fletcher, NC, 28732, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expCummins Inc. is seeking a talented Senior Industrial Engineer to join their team in Fletcher, NC. The role focuses on optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring safety standards, and leading continuous improvement initiatives.
Automotive
Responsibilities
Deliver clear, audience specific communication that improves understanding, alignment, and decision-making across teams
Apply to ergonomic standards and tools to reduce workplace risks and create safer, more comfortable environments for employees
Model proactive safety behaviors, identify hazards, and support initiatives that strengthen an injury-free, interdependent safety culture
Analyze work activities to redistribute tasks, improve operating time, and ensure processes adapt efficiently to changing customer demands
Use digital modeling and simulation tools to evaluate processes and equipment, enabling smarter, evidence-based improvements before implementation
Implement process, equipment, and application changes that enhance performance, support functional needs, and drive continuous improvement
Design and refine manufacturing layouts that reduce waste, streamline production steps, and optimize human machine interaction for maximum efficiency
Break down processes into measurable elements to identify waste, rebalance workloads, and improve overall process flow and productivity
Lead work studies for both new and existing production lines to identify improvements, optimize performance, and support operational goals
Create, implement, and maintain standard work methods that drive consistency, quality, and efficiency across production lines
Lead projects that design and implement full manufacturing processes that meet safety requirements, business objectives, manufacturing targets, and product specifications
Uphold Cummins manufacturing standards while developing new standards that support evolving production and business needs
Lead discussions, influence external partners, collaborate with business leaders, and align functional teams around project goals
Work with internal and external resources to drive project execution, resolve issues, and ensure successful delivery of manufacturing initiatives
Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and provide coaching that supports adoption of best practices, continuous improvement, and operational excellence
Analyze and improve production processes to enhance safety, quality, efficiency, and overall operational performance
Apply lean methodologies and tools such as A3, DMAIC, 8D, 5Why, and Fishbone to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions
Support and coach teams in the implementation of the Toyota Production System (TPS) or similar production systems
Lead projects and facilitate Kaizen events that drive continuous improvement and measurable operational gains
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, with a preference for a master's degree
At least five years of experience as an Industrial Engineer or in a closely related field, demonstrating strong technical and analytical capabilities
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification required to support structured problem-solving and process improvement initiatives
Intermediate level relevant work experience required
Preferred
Master's degree in engineering or a related field
Company
Cummins Inc.
At Cummins, we empower everyone to grow their careers through meaningful work, building inclusive and equitable teams.
10001+ employees
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