University of Miami · 16 hours ago
Industrial Engineer - IT Optimization
Miami, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expThe University of Miami Health (UHealth) System IT Department is seeking a full-time Industrial Engineer - IT Optimization. This role involves modeling complex business problems, discovering insights, and identifying opportunities to improve IT delivery, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to promote process improvement.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Analyzes established systems, methods, practices and procedures to evaluate their effectiveness utilizing existing information and makes recommendations for improved processes and procedures
Integrates and prepares large, varied datasets, architects specialized database and computing environments and communicates results
Identifies improvement opportunities within a designated initiative using data and statistical models to support the findings and proposed optimization strategies
Utilizes data driven techniques to push variation reduction, process improvement and supports executive reporting of project outcomes
Develops analytics to help support initiatives that drive financial and operational improvement, as well as developing machine learning predictive analytics models by applying advanced statistical and computational methods to solve more complex issues
Integrates people, equipment, facilities and other resources to improve work results, operating efficiency, effectiveness, productivity and/or adaptation to new requirements
Enhances University processes to maintain efficiency, reduce costs, and improve sustainability
Develops and recommends configurations for optimized processes from inception through to start-up
Develops and deploys tools and methodologies for process design and optimization throughout the University
Supports various functions by gathering critical data points and creating KPIs aligned to business goals
Performs root cause analysis on key issues and participates in future state of process design
Develops, manages, and reports progress of initiatives using process improvement tools such as Quality Functional Deployment (QFD), current and future state Value Stream Maps and project management tools, leveraging industry vs. business standards, policies, and best practices
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets
Leverages quantitative and qualitative data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and Six Sigma methodologies to analyze the current and desired states
Conducts thorough process analyses, utilizing tools such as process mapping to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement
Facilitates effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders across the organization to gather feedback, understand pain points, and ensure alignment with business objectives
Drives the implementation of data-driven recommendations and process improvements, ensuring effective change management and measurable results
Mentors interns and other IT staff who wish to learn more about process optimization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in relevant field – Industrial Engineering preferred
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
At least one year working on process optimization, including stakeholder engagement and process re-engineering
Excellent analytical skills required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
Ability to communicate issues based on data and visualizations
Ability to communicate with technical and non-technical audiences
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary
Commitment to the University's core values
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment
Proficiency in computer software (i.e., Microsoft Office)
Preferred
Six Sigma certification preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Tuition remission
And more
Company
University of Miami
At UM you'll join a diverse and energized academic community.
5001-10000 employees
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