About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Industrial Engineer (CORE) to drive operational excellence across a manufacturing facility. You will support the Customer Oriented Results & Excellence (CORE) framework by using data-driven problem solving to reduce waste, improve capacity and productivity, and standardize processes.

• Apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to eliminate waste and reduce process variation.
• Support rollout and sustainment of CORE methodologies, tools, and standards across production and assembly areas.
• Conduct time studies, bottleneck analyses, and capacity modeling to inform decisions and prioritize projects.
• Develop and maintain standardized work instructions, visual management, and process documentation.
• Lead and participate in structured problem-solving activities (root cause analysis, CI events, performance reviews).
• Analyze operational data to identify trends and opportunities; translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Support layout, workflow, and process design changes that align with CORE and operational goals.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, quality, and safety teams to integrate improvements into daily work.
• Track project progress, prepare status updates for leadership, and help maintain performance scorecards and dashboards.
• Provide training and coaching to operators and team members on CORE tools and expectations to build capability and engagement.
• Drive cultural adoption of CORE through clear communication, engagement, and accountability across teams.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Foundational knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes and their effect on safety, quality, and productivity.
• Understanding of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma concepts and how to apply them in production environments.
• Proficiency with standard office software and basic data analysis tools (Excel).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to organize detailed information into clear insights.
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions and at multiple organizational levels.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

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Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience with Excel advanced features, VBA, SQL or similar data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with workflow mapping and drafting tools (Microsoft Visio, AutoCAD).
• Experience with project management tools (Microsoft Project, Smartsheet).
• Knowledge of capital project planning and implementation.
• Prior exposure to aerospace & defense manufacturing environments is a plus.

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Work Environment & Schedule

• This is a fully onsite, Contract-to-Hire position based in Bethel Heights, AR (Confidential Client facility).
• Typical schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (connected to production operations).
• You will work in an engineering office inside a manufacturing facility and collaborate regularly with production teams.
• The role involves office-based analysis work and frequent floor contact to observe processes and lead improvements.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $26.00 per hour (hourly rate reflects the source posting). Final offer will depend on qualifications, experience, and other job-related factors.
• If eligible, benefits for the temporary assignment may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), voluntary life/AD&D, short/long-term disability, HSA, transportation benefits, EAP, and paid time off—subject to eligibility rules and plan terms.

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Additional Information

• Employment type: Full-time, Contract-to-Hire.
• Industry: Engineering.
• This role is suited for candidates interested in career growth as an industrial engineer within a structured, continuous-improvement-focused manufacturing environment (aerospace & defense experience is relevant but not required).
• Confidential Client and Careertakes are committed to reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities during the application or interview process.

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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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