Lean/Industrial Engineer

Sulzer

Lean/Industrial Engineer optimizing manufacturing processes for efficiency at Sulzer. Collaborating across teams to enhance operational performance and support business objectives.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timePasadena • Arizona, California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze current manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
Apply Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, and other methodologies to enhance operational performance.
Design, implement, and optimize production workflows, material flows, and plant layouts to minimize waste and reduce lead times.
Utilize data-driven approaches for capacity analysis, root cause problem-solving, and performance measurement.
Facilitate continuous improvement initiatives, Kaizen events, and cross-functional workshops.
Develop and maintain standard work documentation, operating procedures, and training materials.
Monitor KPIs and provide actionable reports to management with recommendations for improvement.
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, supply chain, and maintenance teams.
Conduct ergonomic and safety analysis to reduce risks and optimize human-centered processes.
Support new product launches by designing process flows, labor standards, and material handling layouts.
Participate in cost evaluation, ROI analysis, and capital project justification for process and productivity improvements.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering, with hands-on experience in Lean Manufacturing and process improvement initiatives
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred
Proficiency in industrial engineering tools such as AutoCAD or similar software
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
Ability to train, mentor, and lead cross-functional teams
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of manufacturing systems, quality standards, safety protocols, and continuous improvement metrics
Experience with ERP systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and statistical analysis tools
Knowledge of material planning and warehouse layout optimization
Strong leadership capability with a track record of successful Lean initiative deployment

Benefits

Comp & perks

15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays
401k plan with a 6% match
Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability
Health savings account matching
Motivating wellness program
Employee Assistance Program
Paid paternal leave
Gym reimbursement

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Hard Skills & Tools

Lean ManufacturingValue Stream MappingCapacity AnalysisRoot Cause Problem-SolvingProduction Workflow DesignMaterial Flow OptimizationKPI MonitoringSafety AnalysisCost EvaluationROI Analysis

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTraining and MentoringVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Certifications

Lean Six Sigma Green BeltLean Six Sigma Black Belt