Arkansas Staffing
Smith-Blair Manufacturing Engineer
Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. The Smith-Blair Manufacturing Engineer will play a critical role in driving operational excellence across all production departments. This position is responsible for collaborating closely with department managers to identify inefficiencies, implement process improvements, and ensure ongoing optimization. Smith-Blair a Xylem brand has a wide range of high-quality pipe repair products, including couplings, clamps, saddles, and more. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, strong background in lean manufacturing principles, process standardization, and continuous improvement methodologies. Core responsibilities include: Investigate, analyze and compile necessary data for recommendation and justification of new equipment or processes, tooling, material handling systems, and energy conservation processes; recommends and coordinates capital requirements for future years in all areas of the plant. Analyze, develop, and document budgeted and unbudgeted cost improvement proposals; recommends and coordinates cost improvement recommendations for future years in all areas of the plant. Take a leadership role in Problem Solving and Root Cause and Corrective Actions projects to address existing manufacturing processes opportunities. Support plant strategy by actively participating in planning, preparation, execution and implementation of Kaizen Events and other Continuous Improvement initiatives. Promotes and provides guidance to sustain and advance the 5S culture to all levels in the organization. Manage key projects and initiatives using detailed timelines (Gantt charts) and critical path tools. Recommend improved methods and processes based upon the latest technology in equipment and systems. Conducts conventional time and motion studies for the purpose of developing standard time for standard costing purposes, compilation of standard data on verification of established rates. Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), work instructions and checklists for existing and new processes. Support APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) process and deployment. Utilizes effective communications with all levels of plant and corporate personnel. Qualifications include: BS in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineer or related discipline. Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement tools. Trained in Lean methodologies and principles, Green Belt expected within 2 years in role. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills in a team environment. Ability to work collaboratively across departments and influence change. Analytical abilities are sufficient to handle all issues associated with Manufacturing Engineering and Continuous Improvement. Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures and operations. Working knowledge of Collective Bargaining Agreement. Must be able to handle confidential information and project assignments. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Intermediate knowledge of 2D CAD software (i.e. Autocad) and basic Plant Layout rules. 3D CAD is a plus (i.e. Creo, Solidworks). Must be good and effective with written and verbal communications. In this role, the working environment is both an indoor climate-controlled office and plant manufacturing environment. The physical demands may include but are not limited to occasionally lifting, up to 35 pounds, and prolonged exposure to indoor and outdoor environments. The estimated salary range for this position is $72,300 to $100,000. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement. Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. The Smith-Blair Manufacturing Engineer will play a critical role in driving operational excellence across all production departments. This position is responsible for collaborating closely with department managers to identify inefficiencies, implement process improvements, and ensure ongoing optimization. Smith-Blair a Xylem brand has a wide range of high-quality pipe repair products, including couplings, clamps, saddles, and more. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, strong background in lean manufacturing principles, process standardization, and continuous improvement methodologies. Core responsibilities include: Investigate, analyze and compile necessary data for recommendation and justification of new equipment or processes, tooling, material handling systems, and energy conservation processes; recommends and coordinates capital requirements for future years in all areas of the plant. Analyze, develop, and document budgeted and unbudgeted cost improvement proposals; recommends and coordinates cost improvement recommendations for future years in all areas of the plant. Take a leadership role in Problem Solving and Root Cause and Corrective Actions projects to address existing manufacturing processes opportunities. Support plant strategy by actively participating in planning, preparation, execution and implementation of Kaizen Events and other Continuous Improvement initiatives. Promotes and provides guidance to sustain and advance the 5S culture to all levels in the organization. Manage key projects and initiatives using detailed timelines (Gantt charts) and critical path tools. Recommend improved methods and processes based upon the latest technology in equipment and systems. Conducts conventional time and motion studies for the purpose of developing standard time for standard costing purposes, compilation of standard data on verification of established rates. Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), work instructions and checklists for existing and new processes. Support APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) process and deployment. Utilizes effective communications with all levels of plant and corporate personnel. Qualifications include: BS in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineer or related discipline. Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement tools. Trained in Lean methodologies and principles, Green Belt expected within 2 years in role. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills in a team environment. Ability to work collaboratively across departments and influence change. Analytical abilities are sufficient to handle all issues associated with Manufacturing Engineering and Continuous Improvement. Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures and operations. Working knowledge of Collective Bargaining Agreement. Must be able to handle confidential information and project assignments. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Intermediate knowledge of 2D CAD software (i.e. Autocad) and basic Plant Layout rules. 3D CAD is a plus (i.e. Creo, Solidworks). Must be good and effective with written and verbal communications. In this role, the working environment is both an indoor climate-controlled office and plant manufacturing environment. The physical demands may include but are not limited to occasionally lifting, up to 35 pounds, and prolonged exposure to indoor and outdoor environments. The estimated salary range for this position is $72,300 to $100,000. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement. Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.