Industrial Engineer

Who We Are:

Modula is the leading US manufacturer of vertical lift modules (VLM) and automated storage and retrieval systems. Modula US has Manufacturing plants in Dayton, OH and Lewiston, ME, and remote locations throughout the US. Our corporate global headquarters is in Italy with many locations around the globe. Modula s goal is to be an exceptional workplace admired for growing and developing talented employees and leaders, building innovative products through the development of a highly skilled and engaged workforce.

Modula s Values: We are culture and value driven; regardless of position and title we are all in all the time.

Passion- Proud of our work/Modula, love what you do, positive energy, go the extra mile, engaging

Pursuit of Excellence- Continuous improvement, committed, attention to detail

Accountability- Lead by example, follow through, integrity, create trust with team & customers.

Agility- Flexible & adaptable, embrace change, ability to multi-task, sense of urgency.

Teamwork- Proactive & effective communication, respect, humility, curious, openminded, diversity

Job Summary:

We are seeking an entry level, results-driven Industrial Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes and enhance operational efficiency. In this role, you will analyze production systems, design workflows, and implement solutions to improve productivity, reduce costs, and ensure high-quality outputs. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will apply engineering principles, lean methodologies, and data analysis to drive continuous improvement and support the achievement of organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Developing and implementing process improvements and technological upgrades.

Reviewing production processes, specifications, and related information.

Designing production processes that maximize efficiency and reduce waste.

Design control systems to minimize costs and production issues, create and maintain required manufacturing process documentation, including process flow charts, capacity and utilization. studies, time and motion studies, standard work, cycle time analysis and line balancing.

Develop design and production standards in cooperation with management and user personnel.

Prepare material and equipment lists, cost analyses and estimated production costs, including make or buy strategy.

Design the layout of facilities and determine personnel requirements.

Design production operation instruction.

Train staff in new processes and provide instructions and manuals.

Drive major projects according to a company strategy in cooperation with management and user personnel.

KPI s reporting.

Produce nesting programs for laser cutting and punching machines to increase material efficiencies and reduce scrap recycling costs.

Create and optimize new machine programs and assist operators with programming issues and troubleshooting.

Please note: this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. It is expected that this role will perform other duties as assigned

*This is an office base position located in Franklin, Ohio*

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor s degree in engineering (IE or ME)
• 2-3 years related engineering experience is a plus
• Advanced knowledge of production machinery, manufacturing processes, and standards
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and presentation abilities
• Excellent ability to work with cross functional teams
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Troubleshooting expertise and attention to detail
• Advanced experience using MS suite, including Access, Excel, and PowerPoint

Work Environment (Position / % of time per day or frequency):

Walking / 10%

Standing / 60%

Sitting / 10%

Twisting, turning, and Squatting / 20%

Climbing / 45 feet

Pulling/Pushing / Up to 150 lbs. Using pallet jack

Lifting / Up to 50 lbs.

Modula Inc. is an EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) Employer. Our search and selection processes are based on identifying qualified candidates who are highly motivated to grow with our company. Employment decisions are based on the principles of equal employment opportunity. Recruitment, testing/assessment, selection, and promotion will be administered without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, whistleblower activity, previous assertion of a claim or right under worker s compensation, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.