Engineering Jobs in Lewis Center

Who is IC?

Independence Construction is seeking an experienced estimator to join our growing team in Columbus, OH.

Independence Construction is one of the largest CM businesses headquartered in Northeast Ohio. As part of the DiGeronimo Companies, we offer our clients self-perform services through our affiliated companies, as well as bring an owner’s approach to projects through the company’s work as a developer. We bring our experience and reputation for honesty, integrity, and outstanding performance to the world of design and management in order to ensure the best results for our partners, subcontractors, and community.

What do we believe in?

PEOPLE:

Provide a safe, family-oriented environment. Commitment to integrity. Protect our most valuable assets.

PERFORMANCE:

Always deliver the highest quality. Find solutions. Provide value to our partners.

COMMUNITY:

Positively impact the communities we serve. Give back. Leave the world a better place than we found it.

As an Estimator you're responsible for all estimating responsibilities on one or more construction projects for the duration of projects assigned; work with the project manager and project executive to achieve successful completion of projects; interface with current and prospective clients regarding cost and/or design issues.

• Act as the design phase coordinator during the schematic, design development, and construction documents phases of a project, including responsibility for completing all estimating tasks on schedule and in accordance with IC’s standards for quality and detail.
• Provide thorough, accurate and competitive bids for projects and estimates for project budget, including technical takeoffs, analysis of contract documents, cost analysis and communications with subcontractors.
• Develop selection of most economical systems to be utilized in preparation of bids, in conjunction with operations personnel.
• Ensure that all estimates, schedules, constructability reviews, value engineering efforts, cost report planning and purchase planning efforts and documents are prepared as scheduled.
• Review and develop a thorough understanding of all front-end contract documents and subcontractor contracts for rights and responsibilities under each and coordination of same.
• Administrate and monitor compliance with construction contracts with Owners, subcontractors and vendors during the schematic, design development and construction documents phases.
• Establish and/or identify for team use the criteria applicable to the project, e.g., wage rates, time frames, etc.
• Follow-up on and evaluation of status of the project.
• Perform constructability reviews.
• Plan construction sequence and site utilization in conjunction with project manager and team.
• Estimate general conditions and arrange for general conditions to be completed.
• Work with Marketing/Business Development on assigned projects to distribute information to bidders and review of bid responses to determine cost and scope.
• Participate in award of all subcontracts on assigned projects.

Do you have what it takes?

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or business; 3+ years’ experience in the field of estimating in the construction industry.
• Ability to deal with situations involving sensitive and confidential company issues.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate with all levels, both internally and externally.
• Knowledge of budgeting and expense control.
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to write reports, business correspondence.
• Able to organize work, engage in a variety of tasks simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines.
• Able to perform duties independently.
• Computer skills: Microsoft Office applications or similar programs.
• Strong attention to detail.

Why IC?

• Weekly Competitive Pay!
• Excellent Benefits:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• FSA & HSA
• Life Insurance + Optional Family Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Paid Holidays and PTO
• 401(k) + Company match
• Paid corporate training program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stability and a variety of different roles that provide a path to career advancement
• Family-owned and operated since 1956

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Independence Construction. Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder’s responsibility.

Independence Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value workplace diversity and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

With concrete restoration at the core of its business, LRT has become a leader in the application of the latest technologies, materials, and installation methods for the repair and preservation of concrete and masonry. LRT was established in 1979 and has flourished in its ability to restore, protect, and preserve the structures its customers use to live, work, and play. As a leader in the industry, we achieve excellence with best-practiced individuals, integrity, and guided by our values of PEOPLE. HONOR, and GRIT.

As a Construction Estimator, you will be at the forefront of our project development process. Your meticulous attention to detail and thorough understanding of commercial construction practices will be instrumental in accurately assessing project costs, facilitating successful bidding processes, and ultimately contributing to the profitability and success of our projects. You will collaborate closely with project managers, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure comprehensive pricing coverage and adherence to project requirements. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to leverage your technical expertise and innovative thinking to enhance our estimating procedures and optimize project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prior to beginning work become familiar with and review all bidding requirements in addition to the project documents.
• Review project type and requirements and select subcontractors and material suppliers from the master bidders’ lists that are appropriate for the project. Send out bid invitations via the latest bid invitation software and update the bidders’ list as required. Contact key subcontractors and vendors early in the process to ensure pricing coverage.
• Attend pre-bid meetings as required. Survey the situation to determine competition on the project. Review site logistics and access while on site.
• Prepare “take off” and check for completeness. Coordinate with 3rd party quantity take-off consultants when so utilized.
• Prepare pricing for all self-preformed work and adjust standard productivity in accordance with job requirements.
• Prepare estimate summary sheets, subcontractor/vendor comparisons, and bid sheets.
• Communicate with designers on contract document items not clearly shown on the bid documents. Document using RFI’s (Request for Information).

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of job experience in commercial construction highly preferred.
• BS degree in Construction Management or Engineering.
• Thorough understanding of industry practices and standards.
• Strong foundation in database management (ex. Excel) and related industry software (ex. Bluebeam).
• Highly collaborative work style with excellent communication skills.
• Innate Technical and Mechanical Aptitude.

Benefits And Perks

• An employer and team that will invest in you; beyond just great benefits, we will listen and accommodate your needs to the best of our ability.
• A company that is growing with excellent job stability.
• Career advancement with paid training and certification opportunities.
• 401K with generous match.
• Health/Dental/Vision benefits.
• Paid Time Off
• Bring a friend, or two, with an uncapped referral bonus program.
• Company Paid Life insurance.
• And more!

LRT is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and member of the Drug Free Safety Program.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and become a valued member of our team!

Generative AI Engineer/Agentic Engineer

You bring AI to life - one agent at a time. At BWE, we rely on you to build smart, adaptive systems that act on behalf of our teams, streamlining workflows and amplifying impact. As an Agentic Engineer, you turn complex business tasks into intelligent, automated solutions that drive efficiency across the enterprise. Your work helps us scale AI with confidence, creativity, and control.

Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and optimize autonomous or semi-autonomous AI workflows (agentic systems) using Microsoft Copilot, Power Automate, Copilot Studio, and third-party AI platforms.
• Translate complex business tasks into orchestrated, multi-step AI workflows that can act with minimal user input while maintaining accuracy and compliance standards.
• Develop and iterate intelligent assistants, copilots, and AI agents to automate business processes across origination, closing, servicing, and corporate functions.
• Collaborate with Business Partners and business units to test, refine, and scale agentic tools that drive measurable efficiency improvements and user adoption.
• Lead implementation of BWE's Scale Agentic AI initiative by identifying high-impact automation opportunities and deploying production-ready AI agents.
• Partner with AIOps Engineer to ensure agentic systems integrate properly with monitoring, governance, and optimization frameworks.
• Stay ahead of emerging agentic design patterns, orchestration technologies, and best practices while bringing forward innovative solutions to business challenges.
• Create reusable agentic templates and workflow patterns that enable citizen developers to build AI-powered automation within governance frameworks.
• Implement security and compliance controls for agentic systems ensuring adherence to financial services regulations and data privacy requirements.
• Research and experiment with innovative agentic AI technologies and platforms to enhance BWE's automation capabilities.
• Provide training and support to business users adopting agentic tools and automation workflows.
• Document agentic system architectures, decision logic, and operational procedures for knowledge transfer and maintenance.

Near-Term Deliverables:

• Build and deploy at least 3-5 production agentic systems that demonstrate significant business impact and operational efficiency gains.
• Establish agentic AI development framework including design patterns, testing methodologies, and deployment standards.
• Create a comprehensive library of reusable agentic components and workflow templates that accelerate automation deployment across business functions.
• Partner with Business Partners to identify and prioritize high-impact opportunities for agentic AI implementation with detailed business case analysis.
• Develop agentic system monitoring and optimization practices ensuring reliable performance, accuracy, and cost efficiency.
• Research and recommend emerging agentic AI platforms and technologies for potential adoption with hands-on evaluation and implementation guidance.
• Create citizen developer enablement materials including agentic workflow templates, training resources, and best practice guidelines.
• Establish agentic AI governance practices including approval workflows, risk assessment, and compliance validation procedures.
• Complete advanced training in agentic AI, workflow orchestration, or emerging automation technologies relevant to enterprise applications.
• Contribute to BWE's competitive advantage by pioneering innovative agentic use cases and automation strategies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience building AI-driven workflows, intelligent automation, or low-code/no-code solutions in enterprise environments.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps), Microsoft Copilot Studio, and Large Language Model (LLM) integration.
• Strong grasp of prompt engineering, conversation design, logic flows, and business process optimization techniques.
• Experience with API integration, data transformation, and system connectivity for workflow automation.
• Knowledge of agentic AI concepts including multi-step reasoning, tool usage, and autonomous decision-making systems.
• Understanding of business process design, user experience principles, and change management for automation adoption.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Technology, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Creative, fast-moving builder with prototyping mindset and deep understanding of user needs and business workflows.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with advanced agentic AI platforms and orchestration tools beyond Microsoft ecosystem.
• Knowledge of machine learning, natural language processing, and conversational AI development.
• Familiarity with enterprise integration patterns, API management, and cloud-native application development.
• Experience in CRE, financial services, or regulated industries with complex compliance and audit requirements.
• Understanding of AI governance, responsible AI deployment, and risk management for autonomous systems.
• Previous experience leading automation initiatives or digital transformation projects.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies including multi-modal AI, autonomous agents, and AI orchestration platforms.

We are looking for an Outside Sales Representative to grow our business.

Responsibilities:

• Take charge of prospecting for bid opportunities in the sales territory.
• Develop relationships with general contractors, subcontractors, developers, mechanical contractors, manufacturing facilities, architects, and government agencies that produce opportunities to bid for and win work.
• Use Salesforce software to identify opportunities to bid for upcoming work; use Salesforce software to accurately document ongoing efforts to bid and win work. Review and qualify leads coming in from Construct Connect and tag them into Salesforce as appropriate.
• Communicate to customers and potential customers how our products can meet their specified needs – and how our products can meet foreseeable needs the customer may not yet have identified.
• “Walk” job sites to gather information necessary to prepare price quotes.
• Working with the sales managers and the construction managers, assemble equipment & material lists, estimate man hours, identify drug testing and orientation requirements, and determine freight requirements for delivery/return; and assemble that information to create price quotes for submittal to customers.
• Working with the branch contracts manager, usher new contracts through the Client contracting process.
• Working with the project controls team, ensure billing is rapid and accurate and that change orders for extra work are captured promptly for billing.
• Be on hand at job sites as new jobs get underway so that construction crews have clear direction.
• Working with The Client prequalification team, get The Client prequalified with new customers and get us on bidder lists for upcoming work.
• Report activity weekly to the regional and branch sales managers.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in scaffold and work access sales, particularly contracts involving labor.
• Prior experience cost estimating scaffold and work access projects.
• Prior experience with Salesforce in a construction configuration.
• Prior construction industry experience.
• An engineering, drafting, or construction estimating background.
• Intermediate or better capability with Microsoft Excel.
• Direct hands-on experience as a scaffold builder or foreman.
• Membership in Maine and New Hampshire area construction industry associations.
• Existing customer relationships in Maine & New Hampshire area.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Civil Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Construction Management or a related field preferred.

Please reach out to , should you wish to call me directly to apply for this role.

Technical Manufacturing Account Executive

An emerging leader in industrial AI solutions is transforming how manufacturing teams leverage real-time insights from their production floors. They are actively seeking a driven and tech-savvy Technical Manufacturing Account Executive to lead complex sales cycles in high-tech environments. This opportunity offers the chance to work with cutting-edge Vision AI platforms used to improve operational efficiency, product quality, and safety standards in industrial settings.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about innovation in manufacturing and confident in leading technical conversations without the support of a Sales Engineer. You’ll serve as a trusted advisor to operations, quality, and plant management teams as they digitize their facilities.

About the Role:

• Own and manage full sales cycles from outreach and discovery to demo, negotiation, and close.
• Conduct in-depth discovery with plant-level stakeholders including quality, operations, and engineering teams.
• Deliver impactful demos of an AI-based vision platform that’s improving factory floor visibility.
• Translate technical capabilities into measurable business outcomes and operational improvements.
• Navigate complex, multi-site buying groups in industrial environments.
• Maintain and build a strong, predictable sales pipeline through consultative selling and pipeline hygiene.
• Travel as needed to client manufacturing sites across the U.S. and Canada.

About You:

• 5+ years of experience in quota-carrying B2B sales roles, ideally involving technical or consultative selling.
• Experience working with manufacturing clients or within industrial verticals.
• Strong understanding of how to articulate technical solutions in business terms without relying on a Sales Engineer.
• Skilled at building trust and credibility with technical audiences and decision-makers.
• Proven success leading complex deal cycles and meeting/exceeding sales quotas.

Bonus Experience:

• Familiarity with AI, computer vision, factory automation, or edge computing.
• Experience selling without dedicated presales or technical support.
• Technical education, hands-on engineering experience, or prior exposure to industrial software systems.

About Blue Signal:

Blue Signal is an award-winning, executive search firm specializing in various specialties. Our recruiters have a proven track record of placing top-tier talent across industry verticals, with deep expertise in numerous professional services. Learn more at /46Gs4yS

Senior Construction Project Manager | Location: Columbus, OH (hybrid) | Relocation provided

The Senior Construction Project Manager will lead complex commercial construction projects from preconstruction through final closeout. This senior-level role is responsible for overseeing estimating, bid finalization, and preconstruction planning, and will continue to lead awarded projects through full execution and delivery. This position expands upon and supersedes the traditional Senior Estimator function, providing complete lifecycle project leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead multiple large-scale commercial construction projects through all phases of the project lifecycle
• Finalize preconstruction planning, estimating, and bid negotiations
• Develop and manage project budgets, cost forecasts, and financial reporting
• Prepare and maintain detailed project schedules to ensure milestone compliance
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, contract administration, and negotiations
• Serve as the primary liaison with owners, architects, engineers, and regulatory agencies
• Ensure adherence to safety standards, quality control measures, and applicable codes
• Review and approve RFIs, submittals, change orders, and pay applications
• Identify risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies
• Mentor and supervise Project Managers and project support staff

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of progressive commercial construction project management experience
• Demonstrated success managing complex commercial projects $3M+
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, scheduling, cost control, and risk management
• Proficiency with construction management software (Procore preferred; experience with Primavera P6, MS Project, and Bluebeam a plus)
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally to active project sites
• OSHA 30 certification preferred

This position involves work in both a professional office setting and active construction sites.

A full job description will be shared during the interview process.

To apply or learn more, please contact:

Vivi Lamb, Principal

Colin McKenzie Consulting HR

P: 312.859.9175 | E:

Job Summary

Vertiv is seeking a highly skilled Electrical Systems Engineer to join our team and focus on the design, development, and validation of Static Transfer Switch (STS) and Power Distribution Unit (PDU) 3-phase power products. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of electrical systems, including industry standards, controls and monitoring systems, circuit breaker specifications, and system performance. The engineer will play a critical role in ensuring our products meet customer requirements and perform reliably in the field.

This position will be based onsite at our Delaware, OH facility.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of STS and PDU 3-phase power products, ensuring compliance with relevant industry standards (UL, IEC, NEC, etc.) and customer specifications.
• Work closely with product mangers and project engineers to understand technical requirements and translate them into detailed engineering specifications.
• Specify site planning data, including power distribution layouts, cable sizing, and environmental considerations to ensure successful product integration.
• Specify circuit breakers and develop circuit breaker coordination schemes to optimize protection and reliability in power distribution systems.
• Develop control system designs and schematics by integrating Vertiv’s digital and analog controls for monitoring and managing power distribution systems.
• Develop and execute test plans to validate the thermal performance, electromagnetic interference (EMI), metering and controls accuracy/performance, and withstand fault performance of the STS and PDU units.
• Ensure that all designs and implementations adhere to the latest industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, test reports, and schematics. Review and provide feedback for user manuals and other customer facing documentation.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, firmware developers, and manufacturing teams, to ensure the seamless integration and deployment of products.
• Identify areas requiring process improvement or documentation. Work with management to execute improvements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering; Master's Degree a plus
• 3 plus years of experience in product development and testing.
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex problems with minimal guidance.
• Experience with 3 phase power and conversion/conditioning products preferred, but not required.
• Understanding of industry standards (UL, IEC, NEC) and their application in product design and development
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with ability to summarize technical data/results quickly for non-technical audiences.
• Mostly sedentary desk work, must be able to occasionally work in a power test lab environment, including lifting objects, running cables, or stepping over/around objects
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Travel as required, domestic and international, 0-10%

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus

• Operational Excellence

• High-Performance Culture

• Innovation

• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It

• Act With Urgency

• Foster a Customer-First Mindset

• Think Big and Execute

• Lead by Example

• Drive Continuous Improvement

• Learn and Seek Out Development

About Vertiv

Vertiv is a $10.2 billion global critical infrastructure and data center technology company. We ensure customers’ vital applications run continuously by bringing together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services. Our portfolio includes power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extends from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 31,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit to learn more.

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to

Title of Position: Construction Superintendent

Location: Columbus, OH

Industry Leading Benefits: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement.

This position requires extensive experience as a Superintendent in commercial/industrial construction. Qualified candidates must demonstrate proficiency and understanding of the management of site logistics, construction operations, contract dispute resolution, and a thorough understanding of the Construction OSHA Standard. Preferred experience with Microsoft Office Programs, MS Project, and or Procure. One must be construction document- and drawing-literate, with knowledge of all phases of construction. Must have experience and proficiency in all divisions of work, methods, materials, scheduling, and cost control. Strong technical and communication skills are critical

Silvi Materials has been expanding our “A” Team of employees since 1947! Our team has grown to 15+ companies, employing over 950 people across 30+ locations in Southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and North Carolina. Silvi is large enough to provide the stability you need, but small enough that you can feel your individual contribution to our success. We value the fresh ideas and perspectives of each new member of our team.

What does Silvi Materials offer you, you may ask?

• Phenomenal Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Prescription, Vacation, Paid Holidays, and so much more!
• Your future in mind: With 401(k) (at select locations) and/or pension options. We want all employees to build a great retirement!
• Growth at Silvi Materials: We offer each employee the opportunity to move into any facet of our complex business. And our tuition reimbursement program is the perfect springboard to help you get there!

Insert Job Description:

• Plan, direct, and schedule all field staff.
• Responsible for ensuring that projects are turned over as scheduled, thus enabling the company to achieve its production and profit objectives.
• Establish site-specific safety orientation for each project.
• Work with Project Management and Superintendents to resolve site-related issues.
• Monitor projects to ensure they are built per plans and specifications.
• Conduct detailed quality control walks on work completed, advise on corrective measures.
• Work with the Construction Manager to establish new policy, procedures, and employee training requirements.
• Monitor field staff to ensure that all policy and procedures are in place and being utilized.
• Work with HR and the construction manager on new hires and to resolve existing staff issues as needed.
• Provide regular updates to the construction manager.

Qualifications Required:

• 10+ years of solid hands-on experience as a Superintendent with a General Contractor or with a developer on commercial projects.
• 5+ years of experience as a General Superintendent managing other superintendents .
• Degree in Construction Sciences or Engineering preferred but not required.
• Extensive knowledge of state and local Building Codes.
• OSHA 30 certified, 1st Aid/CPR Certificates, Lift Certified (trainer certified a plus).
• Knowledge of Project Management Software, MS Project, Procore, and MS Office.
• One has a valid driver’s license and is willing to undergo an MVR check.
• I am willing to work outdoors, in all weather

Physical Requirements

In a typical work setting, people in this job:

• Lift 20 pounds regularly on occasion.
• Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Kneel, stoop, crouch, bend, stretch, twist or crawl.
• Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them.
• See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
• See differences between colors, shades, and brightness

Silvi Materials does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.

Company Description

H-P Products Engineered Tube Bends is a leader in tube bending and fabrication, offering solutions such as bending, end forming, welding, and laser tube cutting. The company also provides a wide range of readily available products, including standard elbows, bends, tubing, and installation accessories. Since 1948, H-P Products has built a reputation for quality, consistency, and customizability. With decades of expertise, we strive to deliver precision-engineered solutions tailored to meet diverse customer needs.

Position summary

We are a small, privately owned manufacturing company seeking a hands-on Industrial Engineer to improve how we plan, build, and measure our work. This role will be responsible for validating and maintaining production part times used for scheduling and capacity planning, while driving root cause analysis and process improvements across the shop floor. The ideal candidate is highly data-driven, practical, and collaborative—able to build trust with an hourly workforce and turn analysis into improvements that stick.

Key responsibilities

Production standards / part time validation

· Validate, establish, and maintain accurate production part times (routing/operation standards) to support scheduling and capacity planning.

· Conduct time studies (direct observation, work sampling, video/time capture where appropriate), document methods, and ensure standards reflect current best practice.

· Partner with Scheduling/Production to resolve time standard issues that impact promise dates, bottlenecks, and throughput.

· Implement a sustainable process for periodic review and updates of part time after changes in tooling, methods, product design, or staffing.

Continuous improvement / process optimization

· Map processes (current/future state), identify waste, and recommend improvements in layout, material flow, work methods, and standard work.

· Support line balancing, cell design, and capacity analysis to improve flow and reduce lead time.

Root cause analysis & problem solving

· Facilitate root cause analysis for production issues (scrap, rework, downtime, missed schedules, productivity gaps).

· Use structured problem-solving tools (5 Whys, Fishbone, Pareto, A3, PFMEA as needed) and track corrective actions to closure.

· Create simple, visual, shop-floor-friendly metrics and feedback loops that drive daily improvement.

Data, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration

· Analyze production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities (cycle time, downtime, OEE elements, labor efficiency, schedule attainment).

· Work closely with Production, Scheduling, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain to implement improvements and sustain gains.

· Train and coach operators and lead on standard work, time study participation, and continuous improvement concepts.

Required qualifications

· Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

· Demonstrated experience validating/setting labor standards and production part time in a manufacturing environment.

· Strong root cause analysis and process improvement experience with measurable results.

· Data-driven mindset with strong Excel skills (ability to analyze and present data clearly).

· Proven ability to work effectively with hourly teams; comfortable on the shop floor daily.

· Strong communication skills—able to explain the "why" and drive adoption without being heavy-handed.

Preferred qualifications

· Experience in small-to-mid-sized manufacturing (high-mix/low-to-mid volume is a plus).

· Familiarity with Lean tools (5S, standard work, Kaizen, value stream mapping, visual management).

· Experience working with ERP systems (routing, labor reporting, scheduling inputs).

· Basic statistical/process capability knowledge (SPC, Cp/Cpk) is a plus.

Success measures (first 6–12 months)

· Production part time/routings are validated, updated, and trusted by Scheduling and Production.

· Improved schedule attainment and capacity planning accuracy tied to updated standards.

· Reduction in key losses (scrap, rework, downtime, excessive labor variance) through Root Cause Analysis and sustained countermeasures.

· Strong working relationships with operators/leads and increased engagement in improvement efforts.

Work environment

· Shop-floor focused role in a hands-on manufacturing setting.

· Requires frequent standing/walking and direct observation of production processes

· On Site - Louisville, OH 44641