Industrial Engineer at Elmet Technologies LLC

Lewiston, Maine, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Oct, 26

Salary

90000.0

Posted On

13 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Time Studies, Workflow Analysis, Capacity Planning, AutoCAD, ERP/MRP Systems, Microsoft Excel, Root Cause Analysis, Project Management, Cross-functional Collaboration, OEE Optimization, Process Documentation, Manufacturing Automation, Data Analysis

Industry

mining

Description

Description About Elmet Technologies Elmet Technologies is a division of The Elmet Group and a leading U.S.-based manufacturer of precision-engineered products serving global industries, including defense, aerospace, semiconductor, and energy. Through advanced materials processing and precision manufacturing capabilities, Elmet delivers high-performance solutions for some of the world's most demanding applications. Our Engineering team partners closely with Operations and Quality to optimize manufacturing processes, improve productivity, and support the development of innovative products that meet the highest industry standards. Position Overview We are seeking an Industrial Engineer to join our Planning team at our Lewiston, Maine facility. This role is responsible for improving manufacturing efficiency, optimizing production processes, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility. The Industrial Engineer will analyze workflows, identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve throughput, implement process improvements, and collaborate across departments to enhance safety, quality, and operational performance. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven engineering professional who enjoys solving complex manufacturing challenges and making a measurable impact on business performance. Requirements Key Responsibilities • Analyze manufacturing processes to improve productivity, quality, safety, and cost performance • Develop and implement process improvements using Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies • Conduct time studies, workflow analysis, and capacity planning to optimize labor and equipment utilization • Support production layout improvements, standard work development, and manufacturing process documentation • Partner with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to troubleshoot manufacturing challenges and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) • Support capital improvement projects, equipment installations, and manufacturing automation initiatives • Analyze production data and develop performance metrics to support operational decision-making • Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities to improve product quality and process reliability What Success Looks Like • Improved manufacturing efficiency, throughput, and equipment utilization • Reduced waste, downtime, and production costs • Successful implementation of Lean and continuous improvement projects • Accurate manufacturing documentation and process standards • Strong collaboration across Engineering, Operations, and Quality teams • Measurable improvements in safety, quality, and operational performance Ideal Candidate Profile • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field • 2–5 years of industrial or manufacturing engineering experience preferred • Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or other continuous improvement methodologies • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret manufacturing data and performance metrics • Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel; AutoCAD or other CAD software is a plus • Knowledge of manufacturing processes, workflow optimization, ergonomics, and capacity planning • Excellent communication, project management, and cross-functional collaboration skills • Experience in aerospace, defense, precision machining, metals manufacturing, or other advanced manufacturing environments preferred Why Join Elmet Technologies • Opportunity to drive operational improvements within a growing advanced manufacturing organization • Exposure to aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and energy industries • High-impact role supporting manufacturing excellence and continuous improvement initiatives • Collaborative engineering culture focused on innovation, problem-solving, and professional development • Compensation: $78,000–$90,000 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, holidays, and career development opportunities Search Process Note The Elmet Group is managing this search directly and is not accepting submissions from outside recruitment firms. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Elmet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of our employees, our customers, and the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

The Industrial Engineer is responsible for optimizing manufacturing efficiency and throughput by analyzing workflows and implementing continuous improvement initiatives. They will collaborate across departments to reduce waste, improve safety, and support capital improvement projects.