About the role#
As an Industrial Engineer Co-Op, you will analyze and optimize manufacturing processes, labor utilization, and facility layouts. You will partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Maintenance teams to identify ways to improve efficiency, productivity, and cost performance. This role focuses on driving operational excellence through data analysis, process standardization, and the application of Lean manufacturing principles.
What you'll do#
- Analyze current manufacturing processes to find opportunities for efficiency, cost reduction, and quality improvement.
- Optimize workflows, production layouts, and material flow.
- Conduct time studies, work measurement, and labor analysis to set performance standards.
- Evaluate production data and capacity to identify constraints.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Create and implement standard operating procedures and work instructions.
- Perform root cause analysis and support corrective actions for operational issues.
- Assist production teams with troubleshooting, process validation, and optimization.
- Evaluate facility layouts and equipment placement for safety and efficiency.
- Analyze inventory and production scheduling to reduce waste.
- Support capital projects, automation initiatives, and new process implementations.
- Track and report key performance indicators such as OEE, labor productivity, throughput, and yield.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new product introductions.
- Ensure all improvements comply with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
What you'll need#
- Currently working toward a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement.
- Proficiency in data analysis tools.
- Understanding of manufacturing systems, workflows, and facility layouts.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Experience in food manufacturing or regulated environments like USDA or FDA is preferred.
- Experience with CAD software and process simulation tools is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Mapleville, Rhode Island.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time, rolling term.
- Compensation: Paid position ($25-$29 per hour).
- Work environment: You will spend time in both office and manufacturing plant settings, with exposure to machinery, production noise, and varying temperatures.
About Charcuterie Artisans
Charcuterie Artisans is a food and beverage company founded in 2020. The organization operates as a collaborative entity that includes the brands Daniele Inc. and Creminelli Fine Meats. It produces items such as prosciutto, salame, and protein snacks for distribution across North America. The company maintains its headquarters in Mapleville, Rhode Island, and employs between 501 and 1,000 people.
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