Entry-Level Industrial Engineer
The Entry-Level Industrial Engineer will support manufacturing operations and process improvement initiatives across multiple workstations in a production environment. This role involves developing SOPs, assisting with safety and compliance, evaluating workflows, and collaborating with production teams to enhance operational efficiency. It offers hands-on experience in manufacturing and process optimization within a fast-paced, onsite contract position.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
- Support daily workstation activities across ~17 workstations and assist with production line expansions.
- Evaluate workflows, identify bottlenecks, and recommend process improvements to increase throughput and efficiency.
- Develop, update, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Assist with safety documentation and ensure process compliance.
- Support tooling organization and operational efficiency projects.
- Collaborate with production teams and shop-floor personnel to ensure smooth, on-time operations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field — or equivalent internship/related experience.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills (data analysis, basic macros, pivot tables).
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and follow direction with minimal supervision.
- Comfortable learning quickly and adapting to a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Experience in manufacturing, construction, or industrial settings is a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for SOPs and cross-functional collaboration.
Work Environment & Schedule
- Onsite role: approximately 60% manufacturing floor and 40% office work.
- Work schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (standard 40-hour work week).
- This is a contract position based in Pecan Way Terrace, SC (fully onsite).
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay range: $120,000 — $140,000 per year.
- Final offer within this range will depend on qualifications, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other job-related factors.
- Comprehensive benefits package that may include health coverage, financial wellness programs, paid time off (PTO), and eligibility for an annual bonus based on company performance.
Additional Details
- Employment type: Contract (FULL_TIME / CONTRACTOR).
- Anticipated application closing date: Oct 27, 2026.
- This opportunity is well-suited for early-career engineers seeking hands-on manufacturing experience and exposure to continuous improvement and production support.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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