About Komline

As a pioneering leader in advanced separation technologies, Komline has established a global reputation for engineering excellence. Through our combination of innovative design, cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities, and decades of industry experience, we consistently deliver the highest quality equipment from our integrated manufacturing facilities. Serving our core markets of Water & Process, Agricultural & Renewables, and Industrials, we pride ourselves on providing comprehensive separation solutions precisely tailored to our clients' requirements. With a strong track record of strategic growth and acquisitions, Komline continues to expand its solution portfolio and technical capabilities while maintaining our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.

This Opportunity

Komline‑Sanderson is a leading provider of engineered solutions for the industrial and environmental markets, delivering high‑performance equipment across industries including wastewater treatment, mining, chemicals, and power generation. With a strong legacy of innovation, quality, and service, Komline-Sanderson commits to operational excellence and long‑term value creation.

The Senior Industrial Engineer leads strategic operational improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations, focusing on productivity, capacity optimization, labor efficiency, cost reduction, and process standardization. The Senior Industrial Engineer will serve as a key technical resource and change agent within the organization to drive Lean Manufacturing principles and supporting the successful execution of capital equipment production strategies.

Roles and Responsibilities

Lead process improvement and operational excellence initiatives across manufacturing operations
Analyze production processes, labor utilization, material flow, and facility layouts to improve efficiency and throughput
Develop and implement manufacturing standards, labor standards, and capacity models
Lead Value Stream Mapping exercises and identify opportunities to eliminate waste and improve process flow
Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives including Kaizen events, 5S, visual management, and standard work implementation
Evaluate production bottlenecks and develop sustainable solutions to improve operational performance
Lead facility layout and workflow optimization projects to support business growth and operational efficiency
Utilize data analytics and performance metrics to identify trends and support decision-making
Partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing leadership to drive continuous improvement efforts
Support capital investment planning and justification activities
Lead manufacturing readiness activities for new product introductions and production expansions
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on industrial engineering best practices
Develop and maintain KPI dashboards and operational performance reporting
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirement

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
7+ years of industrial engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience leading Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
Strong knowledge of production planning, labor standards, capacity analysis, and process optimization
Experience in capital equipment, engineered-to-order, or industrial manufacturing environments
Advanced analytical and problem-solving
Strong project management and organizational capabilities
Excellent communication and stakeholder management
Proficiency with ERP systems, manufacturing analytics, and Microsoft Office applications
Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments
Frequent walking and observation within production areas
Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related discipline
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
Experience leading cross-functional improvement projects
Experience with manufacturing automation and Industry 4.0 initiatives
Multi-site manufacturing experience
Experience supporting capital expenditure and facility expansion projects
Knowledge of Power BI, Tableau, or similar data visualization tools

Equal Opportunity Statement: Komline is an EEO employer – M/F/Vets/Disabled

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