Industrial Engineer (Puyallup, WA)

Full-Time, Fully On-site, Exempt position

The Industrial Engineer is responsible for independently leading process improvement projects, driving operational efficiency, and applying advanced industrial engineering methods across our manufacturing operations.

This role works with limited supervision and partners with cross-functional teams to deliver measurable improvements in safety, quality, cost, and delivery. The successful candidate models a culture of respect, integrity, service, and excellence. Rising to the occasion to elevate standards and lift others along the way.

Reporting Structure:

Reports to: Manufacturing Engineering Lead

Direct reports: None - provides technical guidance and mentorship to teammates

Partners closely with: Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Production, Manufacturing Engineering, and Operations leadership

Job Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

Continuous Improvement and Lean Six Sigma

• Lead continuous improvement projects from problem definition through implementation and sustainment - staying relentless about improvement
• Apply advanced Lean and Six Sigma tools (DMAIC, SMED, Kanban, statistical process control) to solve complex problems
• Lead cross-functional teams in Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and root-cause analysis, focused on solutions and lessons learned

Process Design and Optimization

• Design, evaluate, and optimize production processes, layouts, and material flow to maximize throughput and minimize waste
• Develop and maintain labor standards, capacity models, and production schedules - with a fanatic eye for accuracy and precision
• Develop simulation models to evaluate process changes, capacity expansions, and new product introductions - looking ahead and anticipating issues before they happen
• Capital Projects and Business Case Development
• Conduct cost-benefit analysis and develop business cases for capital projects, equipment purchases, and process changes
• Support new product introduction (NPI) by defining processes, tooling requirements, and labor standards

Cross-Functional Partnership and Mentorship

• Partner with quality, maintenance, supply chain, and production to resolve operational issues, creating win/win solutions that work for all stakeholders
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to teammates
• Reporting, Safety, and Quality
• Track project KPIs and report results to leadership
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards

Requirements

Level Requirements (Minimum):

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in industrial engineering within a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated experience leading process improvement projects with measurable results
• Strong working knowledge of Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and statistical analysis
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification
• Proficiency in CAD (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar) and data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab, Power BI)
• Experience with ERP/MES systems (SAP, Oracle, Plex, or similar)
• Strong project management, communication, and presentation skills
• Ability to influence and collaborate across functions and levels of the organization - checking ego at the door and listening generously to other perspectives

Preferred Qualifications:

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Experience with simulation software (Arena, FlexSim, AnyLogic)
• Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) or capital projects
• Familiarity with automation, robotics, or Industry 4.0 technologies

Key Attributes:

• Process-oriented - builds repeatable, world-class processes and turns them into habits
• Anticipates rather than firefights - solves problems before they happen
• Service-minded - does what's best for the customer (internal and external), every time
• Respectful and approachable - assumes positive intent, communicates with kindness, and keeps a sense of humor through the tough days
• Acts with integrity - does the right thing whether or not anyone is watching

Physical Requirements

This role requires regular presence on the production floor. Must be able to stand, walk, and observe operations for extended periods, and work in a manufacturing environment that includes noise, temperature variations, and moving equipment. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required. Occasional travel to other facilities or supplier sites may be required. Reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with applicable law.

Red Dot Corporation offers the following total compensation package for this role:

• Personal Time Off (PTO)
• Average of 14 paid holidays per year.
• Employer-sponsored PPO Medical Plans, with employer-subsidized premiums of at least 70% for non-tobacco users.
• Employer-sponsored PPO Dental Plans, with employer-subsidized premiums of at least 70% for non-tobacco users.
• Employer-sponsored Vision Plans.
• Free Employee Assistance Program to all employees.
• Free Benefit Advocate access for insurance benefit inquiries.
• 401(k) employer contribution of 3% of annual salary*, regardless of participation.
• 100% ESOP Company, with vesting beginning after 1,000 hours.
• Employer Paid Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) premiums.
• Employer-paid long-term disability insurance premiums.
• Employer Paid Washington State FML payroll taxes.
• Voluntary Benefits such as: Flexible Spending Accounts, Daycare Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability Insurance, etc.

Salary Grade** for this role is as follows:

Min: $82,000/annual

Max: $85,000/annual

*Subject to all local, state and federal regulatory limits

** Salary grade levels and placement are all based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: applicable experience, education, skill set, market.