Industrial Engineer and EHS Lead

COMPANY OVERVIEW: 

Technetics Group Chicago is a leading designer and manufacturer of custom engineered mechanical seals for rotating shafts and precision components for aerospace and specialized industrial applications. Technetics Group Chicago is a division of one of six operating divisions of EnPro Industries, Inc.  

JOB SUMMARY: 

The Industrial Engineer / EHS Lead is responsible for driving operational excellence across the facility by leading both Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives and the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) program. This is a hands-on role that utilizes Industrial Engineering principles and Lean Six Sigma methodologies to evaluate, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes, enhancing operational capability, efficiency, and sustainability. Concurrently, they will lead and champion a proactive EHS culture, ensuring compliance, mitigating risks, and promoting a safe and healthy work environment for all associates. This position plays a key role in integrating best practices for efficiency and safety, mentoring associates, and achieving measurable improvements in production, quality, cost, and EHS performance. Expected balance between CI and EHS duties (75%CI and 25%EHS). #Technetics   

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence: 

• Evaluate manufacturing processes using data analysis and engineering principles to identify opportunities for improvement in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. 

• Lead and facilitate cross-functional process improvement events using Lean Six Sigma tools (e.g., Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, TPM). 

• Develop, document, and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for optimized processes, ensuring proper training and adherence. 

• Research, propose, and manage the implementation of improved processes, equipment modifications, or new manufacturing technologies. 

• Implement and sustain 5S methodology throughout the facility. 

• Manage and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to productivity, efficiency, and project status. 

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS): 

• Champion and foster a proactive EnPro Environmental Health and Safety program/culture through visible leadership, training, communication, and associate engagement. 

• Represent the site on corporate safety meetings/events. 

• Manage the safety opportunity reporting system. 

• Track monthly safety reporting data. 

• Develop, implement, and monitor Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) to ensure they are available for all key tasks and equipment, existing & new. 

• Lead incident investigations, determine root causes, implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPAs), and ensure timely reporting 

• Conduct periodic EHS assessments. 

BASIC QUALIFICATION  

• Bachelor’s degree or 8 years of work experience required 

• Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering: 5 years (Preferred) 

• Minimum 3-5 years in a similar continuous improvement role 

• Technical skills in MS Office application 

• Experience facilitating cross-functional process improvement events using Lean Six Sigma principles, concepts, methodology & tools such as: 5S, VSM, and Kaizen. 

• Certifications/Licenses – 

• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification is highly desirable. 

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and in team environments 

• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment. 

Skills and Qualifications: 

• Working knowledge of manufacturing process associated with the machining of metal. Lathes and Mills preferred. 

• Experience supporting component assembly processes 

• Strong analytic skill, problem solving tools/methods, Lean tools, standardized Work, 5S, TPM, etc.  Methodically work to establish root cause of process variation 

• Excellent communication skills - professional and effective interaction across all levels of personnel with the organization. 

• Excellent organizational and project management skills. 

• Strong computer skills – Microsoft Office Suite, ERP systems, etc. 

• Self-motivated with drive to accomplish various tasks under minimal supervision in a timely manner. 

• Flexibility to work off shift to accommodate Production support needs. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 35. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. 

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.