Industrial Engineer

Job Purpose

The Industrial Engineer is responsible for analyzing, improving, and optimizing production processes, workflows, manpower utilization, material movement, and overall operational efficiency. The position applies industrial engineering principles to improve productivity, reduce costs and waste, maintain quality, and ensure efficient use of company resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Process Improvement
• Analyze existing production and operational processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement process improvements to increase productivity and reduce operating costs.
• Conduct time and motion studies and establish appropriate standard times for operations.
• Prepare and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and process documentation.
• Production Planning and Capacity Analysis
• Monitor production capacity and utilization of manpower, machines, equipment, and facilities.
• Assist in production planning, line balancing, and manpower allocation.
• Analyze production schedules and recommend adjustments to improve workflow and meet production targets.
• Manpower and Work Measurement
• Conduct manpower studies and determine appropriate staffing requirements.
• Establish and review standard manpower requirements based on workload and production volume.
• Monitor labor productivity and recommend corrective actions when productivity targets are not achieved.
• Cost and Waste Reduction
• Identify opportunities to reduce material, labor, equipment, and operational costs.
• Analyze process losses, downtime, excess motion, waiting time, and other forms of operational waste.
• Support continuous improvement and cost-reduction programs.
• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Collect, analyze, and interpret production and operational data.
• Prepare productivity, efficiency, capacity, and performance reports.
• Develop and maintain relevant Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Present findings and recommendations to management.
• Quality and Continuous Improvement
• Work with Quality, Production, Maintenance, and other departments to address process-related problems.
• Participate in root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive action activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and other applicable improvement programs.
• Layout and Material Flow
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to workplace, production-line, warehouse, and equipment layouts.
• Analyze material and personnel movement to minimize unnecessary transportation and handling.
• Assist in developing efficient production and workplace layouts.
• Project Management
• Participate in improvement projects involving productivity, capacity, cost reduction, process optimization, and facility utilization.
• Monitor project implementation and evaluate results against established objectives.
• Compliance and Safety
• Ensure that proposed process improvements consider applicable company policies, occupational safety requirements, quality standards, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Coordinate with relevant departments to ensure safe and efficient working methods.
• Other Duties
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the immediate supervisor or management, provided they are consistent with the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering or a related engineering field.
• Preferably a graduate with Latin Honors (Cum Laude, Magna Cum Laude, or Summa Cum Laude).
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong knowledge of industrial engineering principles, including:
• Time and motion study
• Work measurement
• Line balancing
• Capacity planning
• Production planning
• Process improvement
• Manpower planning
• Productivity analysis
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel; knowledge of data analysis and statistical tools is an advantage.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies is preferred.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling multiple tasks.
• Willing to work in a fast-paced production/operations environment.
• Professional Civil Service/PRC eligibility or relevant certification, if required by the position or company, is an advantage.

Pay: Php20,000.00 - Php33,185.88 per month

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Paid training
• Promotion to permanent employee

Work Location: In person