ZipRecruiter is hiring: Manufacturing Engineer - Consultant in Seattle

Job DescriptionJob Description

In this role, your work is directly tied to what our clients are paying for, unlike overhead positions in larger companies. We tackle exciting projectsinvolving robotics and automation, launching new manufacturing or distribution centers, selecting and implementing ERP systems, diagnosing operational issues, and training personnel in operations improvement. We’re looking for a Project Manager with a background in industrial, mechanical, or manufacturing engineering. This individual will face unique challenges in solving complex manufacturing and systems issues that our clients couldn’t solve on their own.

You’ll work closely with nine other team members in a collaborative environment where we support one another to achieve success.

Responsibilities and Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in the following areas:

• ERP systems experience
• Facility and equipment layout design, capacity planning
• Lean training, facilitation, and continuous improvement
• Inventory management and supply chain management
• Warehouse design, material handling equipment specifications, warehouse management systems
• Operational analysis to find opportunities for improvement
• Knowledge of information flow in a manufacturing environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Experience with AutoCAD or SolidWorks is a plus
• Ability to identify, define, and evaluate solutions to problems
• Strong customer service skills, with the ability to listen and understand client needs
• Grit and entrepreneurial approach to work.

Required Education:

• BS or MS in manufacturing, mechanical, industrial, or systems engineering, and/or an MBA
• Six Sigma/Lean Black Belt, Project Management, ISO 9001, or AS 9100 certifications are a plus

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer competitive compensation, including a quarterly performance bonus, 401K with matching, ample paid time off, medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and families, profit sharing, a company credit card, and paid parking. This role has high earning potential as your work and contributions are directly tied to measurable client impact.

Company DescriptionWe’re a boutique operatons and systems management consulting firm based on Lake Union in Seattle, with plans for growth. We have been in business for 24 years and our services are in high demand. Approximately 75% of our work is within 90 miles of Seattle. Manufacturing and distribution companies hire Kocer for major changes, such as doubling in size, implementing ERP systems, streamlining supply chains, expanding or launching sites, conducting operational studies, or stepping in as interim managers. Our work has a direct impact on our clients’ success and profitability, and this position is involved in those special, high-impact projects that come along only occasionally for one manufacturing company.Company DescriptionWe’re a boutique operatons and systems management consulting firm based on Lake Union in Seattle, with plans for growth. We have been in business for 24 years and our services are in high demand. Approximately 75% of our work is within 90 miles of Seattle. Manufacturing and distribution companies hire Kocer for major changes, such as doubling in size, implementing ERP systems, streamlining supply chains, expanding or launching sites, conducting operational studies, or stepping in as interim managers. Our work has a direct impact on our clients’ success and profitability, and this position is involved in those special, high-impact projects that come along only occasionally for one manufacturing company.