Industrial Engineer & Continuous improvement - Faucets Plant Location: Juarez, Nuevo León Overview Under the supervision of the Project Specialist /CIC, this position is responsible for implementing adequate manufacturing processes and continuous improvement projects aimed at achieving efficiency and productivity, as well as decreasing waste and cost. Improve the working conditions using engineering techniques, update the standard times for all activities on the production areas, perform 5 's audits and give follow up to the KOS savings. To be successful, the candidate would need to display an analytical approach to time studies and movements, detect waste activities, implement effective actions to reduce them and be owner of the layout. Responsibilities Develop and execute activities such as optimizing sequence of operations, balancing lines, cycle time reduction, worker effort and inventory reduction, floor improvement, ergonomic improvements, and waste elimination. Follow up on cycle time reduction, worker effort and inventory reduction, floor improvement, and waste reduction using the 7 waste reduction forms. Analyze throughput, OEE, and bottleneck data to identify constraints; lead throughput improvement processes, activities, and structured problem solving. Analyze processes to determine appropriate work conditions related to space, layouts, lighting, breaks, manpower, tools and equipment. Support activities during KOS events and support all teams on methodology application. Develop and maintain standard work studies updated no more than one year old. Maintain the layered process audit updated and standardized. Follow up to achieve KOS savings goals and report savings on a monthly basis; create new lists each year. Own and oversee the accuracy of IE documentation, including standard work cycle and non‑cycle, standard time data system, standard operation sheets, routings, AutoCAD layouts, and labor reporting. Provide support to all plant areas on structural fabrication to improve productivity, safety and quality (Kaizen Team). Comply with the Health and Safety Roles and Responsibilities established for this position. Champion safe work practices and ergonomic improvements in all IE studies and layout changes; partner with Safety and HR on compliance and risk reduction initiatives. Skills and Requirements Critical skills: Abstract Reasoning Ability, Thoroughness, Cautiousness, Self‑Structure, Urgency, Aggressiveness, Assertiveness, Ego‑Strength, Energy, Idea Orientation. Supporting skills: Ego‑Drive, Empathy, External Structure, Gregariousness, Idea Orientation, and Sociability. Critical behaviors: persistent; confidently expresses ideas and opinions; copes with rejection; recognizes problems, issues and opportunities; gathers and analyzes data; creates new concepts and approaches to solve problems; learns from mistakes; independently sets goals, objectives and priorities; manages multiple tasks and activities; works quickly. Supporting behaviors: persuasively sells ideas to gain support and buy‑in; considers others' points of view with an open mind; follows established policies and procedures. Education: Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering preferred. Experience: 2+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering preferred. Formation: Ability to understand SAP and VIS systems, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Standard Cost and BOM structure. Bilingual (English & Spanish) preferred. Lean Tools knowledge, ergonomics. Benefits We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives. Equal Employment Opportunity It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr