Continuous Improvement Engineer

IEM is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of custom electrical distribution and power quality equipment in North America. Formed in 1957, IEM has delivered customer-specific solutions to meet the ever-changing power requirements of growth industries in North America for over half a century. At IEM, we’re not just growing – we're thriving! Our rapid expansion means new opportunities are always on the horizon. If you’re someone who gets excited by making an impact through interesting challenges, you’ll feel right at home.

Purpose Of The Position

IEM is currently seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer, Early Career for our Jacksonville, FL location. Join our transformation journey as an early-career lean professional supporting kaizen activities, standard work documentation, and data-driven process improvement. This is a hands-on role ideal for candidates with a passion for lean manufacturing and a desire to grow in a structured CI environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support kaizen events through data collection, time studies, layout prep, and post-event sustainment
• Help document standard work, work instructions, and visual management tools
• Assist in root cause analysis, 5S audits, and daily tier meetings
• Capture baseline metrics, analyze waste, and support implementation of improvements
• Participate in lean training and mentorship from senior CI leaders
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain or equivalent OR technical associate’s degree with practical experience
• Demonstrated career ambition with a track record of growth and increasing responsibility; highly promotable with the potential to take on broader leadership roles within a fast-paced, high-growth organization
• Up to 3 years of experience or internship in manufacturing or industrial environment
• Familiarity with lean tools (standard work, 5S, PDCA, takt time) through coursework or project experience
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
  
  

Workplace Conditions

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