Industrial Engineer

McMaster Supply Group seeks a detail-oriented Industrial Engineer with at least three years of professional experience to join our in-person team. The ideal candidate will oversee the organization and maintenance of critical data, such as datasheets, material safety data sheets, vendor quotations, and more, ensuring accuracy and operational efficiency across various documentation and supply chain systems. This role demands a strong grasp of lean manufacturing principles and process optimization techniques to support continuous improvement initiatives. The Industrial Engineer will lead a small team of one, providing guidance and training on audit processes, system updates, and workflow improvements. The Industrial Engineer plays a pivotal role in managing vendor and customer data integrity by verifying sales order details and conducting internal and customer audits to maintain compliance with company policies. The position involves close collaboration with logistics and purchasing departments to inspect and validate received materials, manage production scheduling, and resolve discrepancies through systematic ticketing processes. The successful candidate thrives in a dynamic environment, demonstrating proficiency in ERP and MRP systems, supply chain management, and quality assurance methodologies such as Six Sigma and DMAIC to drive operational excellence throughout the supply chain.
Responsibilities

Organize and maintain datasheets, catalogs, material safety data sheets, and vendor quotations ensuring accurate and accessible documentation.
Establish and enforce proper folder structures, file naming conventions, and systematically extract and manage documents from email communications.
Verify the accuracy of sales order details including serial numbers, quantities, and values against customer purchase orders to prevent errors.
Monitor and update vendor pricing information, and maintain precise descriptions for sales and purchases to support accurate financial tracking.
Prevent duplication of product entries by carefully validating existing records and creating new product entries with precise specifications when necessary.
Update and manage sensitive information related to dangerous goods in purchase and sales alerts, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Conduct thorough internal, vendor, and customer audits prior to purchase order confirmation to verify compliance with company policies and industry standards.
Inspect received materials for correctness in model numbers, part numbers, brand integrity, and overall condition to guarantee quality control.
Manage unit of measure selections and update payment terms within vendor records to align with contractual agreements.
Report and track operational issues through a systematic ticketing process and document consignment conditions via photos and videos before handover to logistics.
Communicate effectively by receiving calls, recording caller details accurately, and routing information to relevant stakeholders promptly.
Implement continuous improvement strategies by applying Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen principles to optimize workflows and reduce waste.
Plan and revise delivery schedules, manage exceptions on purchase orders including extra quantities, and ensure timely resolution of lost or declined cases.
Train and mentor new hires in audit procedures, checklist updates, and company protocols to maintain high standards of performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve ERP process efficiency and support data modification requests related to production and supply chain operations.
Ensure compliance with 5S methodology, value stream mapping, and DMAIC framework in daily activities to foster a culture of continuous improvement.