About Careertakes

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Position Overview

This Industrial Engineer I is an entry-level, in-office (5 days/week) engineering role supporting manufacturing and continuous improvement efforts at a confidential client in Deland, FL. The position supports process mapping, work measurement, facility layout optimization, capacity analysis, and Lean-driven cost and productivity improvements. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

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What You’ll Do

• Analyze existing manufacturing and business processes to identify productivity, quality, safety, and cost improvements.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Create and maintain process maps, value stream maps, and standard work documentation.
• Perform time studies, work measurement analyses, and labor utilization assessments.
• Design and optimize facility layouts, workflows, and material flow systems.
• Assist in tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and monitoring performance trends.
• Support capacity planning, production scheduling, and resource allocation activities.
• Prepare inputs for business cases and ROI analyses for improvement projects.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and leadership teams.
• Support improvement projects from concept through implementation and sustainment.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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Key Responsibilities (Engineering Guidance)

• Assist in the design, development, and analysis of engineering projects.
• Conduct research and apply engineering principles to solve technical challenges.
• Prepare reports, drawings, and documentation for project planning and execution.
• Perform site visits, inspections, and evaluations as needed.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company policies.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum ~1 year of relevant experience (including internships or co-ops) in industrial/manufacturing/process engineering or continuous improvement.
• Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles; exposure to process mapping and value stream mapping preferred.
• Working knowledge of data analysis and reporting tools (Excel proficiency required).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and support project-related tasks.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

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Personal Attributes

• Practical curiosity — asks thoughtful questions and connects ideas to real-world conditions.
• Hands-on initiative — comfortable working near the process and turning ideas into outcomes.
• Coachable learning mindset — receptive to guidance, feedback, and new approaches.
• People-oriented approach — builds rapport and listens to diverse perspectives.
• Steady problem solver — patient, looks for root causes and practical patterns.
• Adaptable — learns as tools, systems, and expectations evolve.

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Other Skills & Requirements

• Familiarity with industry codes and standards a plus.
• Basic project management awareness.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook.

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Physical Demands

• Primarily office-based (computer work, documentation, reporting, meetings).
• Regular exposure to production/plant floor for process observation and data collection.
• Movement within facilities to review layouts and participate in walkthroughs.
• Reasonable accommodations available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Employment type: Contract / Full-time (as posted).
• Estimated base compensation: $103,602 per year (estimated).
• Benefits package (where applicable) may include: 401(k) with company match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Identity Theft Protection, Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Pregnancy & Parental Leave, Fitness Reimbursement, Educational Assistance, Life/AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and Employee Assistance Program.

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Location & Work Authorization

• Job location: Deland, FL (in-office — 5 days per week).
• Sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.

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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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