Industrial Engineer - ASSA ABLOY Americas

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 61,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access. 

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.
 

Did you graduate with an Industrial or Mechanical Engineering degree? Do you possess at least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment? Are you passionate about creating solutions to improve design, efficiency and reduce costs?

If you answered yes to these questions, then we should talk!

Ceco Door (an ASSA ABLOY branded company) is growing and there has never been a more exciting time to join us!

We are looking to add an experienced Industrial Engineer to the team. This position will be based on-site out of our manufacturing facility located in Milan, Tennessee.

Come see who we are at: 

What would you do as our Industrial Engineer?

You will study current processes and collaborate with on-site teams to improve processes and functionality, increase productivity, ensure safety, reduce waste, and optimize investments while employing LEAN concepts.

You would also:

• Troubleshoot, research, evaluate and recommend strategic plans, cost-saving initiatives, new processes and system improvements.
• Good understanding and experience in implementing standardized work. Prior experience in teaching and coaching Lean principles.
• Continually improve processes and cost efficiencies for labor and material costs
• Oversee the design, concept and purchasing of new machinery, equipment and tooling areas.
• Recommend design changes in existing product lines to promote cost savings and efficiencies.
• Improve plant layouts to improve flow and maximize capacity and output.
• Design, develop and champion for manufacturing to be done in the most economical way with the least capital expenditure.
• Assist with the preparation of capital budgets.
• Participate in a safe and harmonious working environment.
• Assure compliance with federal, state, local and corporate policies, regulations, AADG programs and policies and the ASSA ABLOY Code of Conduct.
• Other projects and assignments, as needed.

The Skills and Experience you need:

• Industrial or Mechanical Engineering Degree required.
• 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience leading/participating in LEAN Transformation (i.e. Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis, Kaizen, etc.) required.
• Six Sigma certification desired. Black Belt certification a plus
• Solid experience in going to the GEMBA to collect facts.
• Familiar with quality systems, packaging, distribution, manufacturing, welding, supply chain, tooling and machinery design.
• Previous experience in designing manufacturing/warehouse solutions.
• Ability to hold others accountable to ensure project deliverables.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize projects under tight time deadlines.
• Ability to travel 10% of the time

What we offer

We are passionate about providing amazing opportunities and benefits, so you can continue and progress a lifelong career with us – here’s what we have to offer:

• Learning and career development opportunities, whether it’s online learning, management training or enhancing your skills.
• A competitive salary and incentive schemes.
• A work environment that believes in Empowerment, Innovation, and Integrity as the fundamental behind all things Assa Abloy.
• Variety of benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Flexible Spending, discount portal, recognition, and well-being programs … to name just a few!

We review applications regularly, so don’t wait!

We are building diverse, inclusive teams, and encourage applications from everyone who can see themselves working with us.

To make sure your personal data is safe, we don’t look at any applications sent by email or post.

If you have any questions about the role or the process, email Stephanie Mandato, Senior Talent Acquisition Manager at 

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not sponsoring work visas at this time. 

Let’s create a safer and more open world - together!

AADG, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veteran

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