Industrial Engineer

Job Title: Industrial Engineer

Duration: 06 Months

Shift: 1st Shift

Pay Rate: $59.44/Hour on W2

Location: Fairfield, OH 45014

Position Summary:

• We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Training & Documentation Consultant with an Industrial Engineering/Process Engineering background to develop and standardize training materials for manufacturing and warehouse operations.
• The consultant will work extensively on the production floor, partnering with operators, supervisors, engineers, quality, and other SMEs to document current processes and develop practical, visual training materials.
• This is not a check-the-box documentation role. The materials will be used to train employees and managers on current operations and support the launch of a new production line transferred from a closing plant, with a focus on efficiency, consistency, quality, and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Observe and document manufacturing, assembly, testing, warehouse, receiving, kitting, and material-handling processes.

Develop and maintain:

• SOPs and Standard Work Instructions
• Job Instructions and OJT materials
• Training guides and qualification documents
• Process flows, checklists, and visual work aids
• Create clear, operator-friendly documentation using photos, diagrams, process parameters, safety requirements, and quality checkpoints.
• Work directly with operators and SMEs to validate processes and eliminate tribal knowledge.
• Identify process variation and Continuous Improvement opportunities.
• Support Lean/Industrial Engineering initiatives and incorporate improved methods into Standard Work.
• Develop training/qualification matrices and support new-hire and cross-training programs.
• Conduct floor audits to ensure documented processes match actual operations.
• Establish document revision control and sustainable processes for updating training materials.

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Process Engineering, training, technical writing, or Continuous Improvement.
• Strong experience developing SOPs, Standard Work, OJT, Job Instructions, or manufacturing training materials.
• Hands-on experience working with hourly manufacturing or warehouse employees.
• Strong technical writing and visual documentation skills.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio or similar tools.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, and Continuous Improvement.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ISO/regulated manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Experience with training matrices or qualification programs is a plus.

Top 3 Skills:

• Manufacturing Training / Industrial Engineering experience
• Manufacturing Process Engineering and technical documentation
• Hands-on Continuous Improvement and Standard Work experience