Job Board | Alumni Engagement | NC State ISE

Richfield, NC

Closing: 12/15/2024

Process Improvement Coordinator

As a Process Improvement Coordinator, you will be responsible for leading our Process Improvement Program, which seeks to leverage the knowledge of our team. While leading this program, you will work on elevating our continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing facility by leading projects, training, and events that Drive Change. You will work with each level of management, as well as each department on the production floor and in the office, to further our improvement culture. Improvement ideas stem from our team and your goal will be to research and propose a plan of action that covers the effectiveness and value of that idea. In addition, you will help support our quality programs to build better-quality homes for our customers, as well as be a resource to help with various tech initiatives in an effort to support our team.

The Position

• Research ideas submitted by our team and create justification for starting new projects.
• Outline and execute plans to complete both long and short-term improvements.
• Measure the impact before and after the completion of projects using lean tools.
• Review previously implemented ideas and analyze impact.
• Support Supervisors with monthly improvement projects.
• Build and lead training related to lean initiatives.
• Help implement 5S across the facility.
• Conduct bottleneck and continuous flow analysis.
• Determine the root cause for efficiency/quality issues and present solutions.
• Analyze and organize efficiency/quality data.
• Develop new use cases for our efficiency/quality data collection application.
• Serve as an organizer and backup leader for our quality programs.
• Create presentations and lead meetings related to process improvement and quality programs.
• Resource for tech initiatives and help with various computer and iPad issues.
• Audit various initiatives on the production floor.
• Introduce new hires to our programs.
• Create and update content on our internal communication websites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering preferred.
  • 0-2 years of experience
• Six Sigma Certification of Yellow Belt or higher is preferred.
• Background in Excel/VBA, and PowerPoint
• Prior coding experience is preferred.

Raleigh, NC

Closing: 12/31/2024

Applications Engineer

Are you eager to break into the dynamic world of industrial automation and robotics? Join us in working across diverse industries, including the automotive, food and beverage, logistics, construction, solar, and battery sectors.

The Position

This role resembles that of a Sales Engineer, offering a unique blend of technical and client-facing responsibilities. You’ll gain hands-on experience with vacuum automation, consulting with robot integrators, manufacturers, OEMs, and end-users on various components and custom End-of-Arm Tooling (EOAT) solutions. Key responsibilities include:

You’ll also be able to work with our eight testing robots, providing you with a valuable chance to learn industrial robot programming. This role promises a stimulating and varied work environment, offering insight into the latest automation trends across multiple industries.

Got Questions?

Email Michael King at michael.king@schmalz.com or call him at 919-455-7149.

Raleigh, NC

Assistant / Associate / Full Professor

The faculty in Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE) at NC State invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the field of Human Factors and Ergonomics, with a research focus in areas such as transportation safety, human performance modeling, or sociotechnical systems, along with expertise in next-generation human-AI teaming. The expected start date for this position is Fall 2024.

Other positions may be available through university faculty clusters or at a later date. Applicants are expected to have a Ph.D. degree in Industrial Engineering or a closely related field. Teaching responsibilities will include graduate and undergraduate instruction as well as supervision of graduate student research. Applicants will be expected to develop a sponsored research program. General research responsibilities for faculty include a commitment to original and independent work and pursuing interdisciplinary collaborations, both within and external to NC State. Applicants will also be expected to participate in the North Carolina Occupational Safety and Health Education and Research Center, a center funded by the CDC/National Institute for Occupational Health and Safety.

Review of applications will begin October 30, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering or a related area along with appropriate experience by their start date:

• The Rank of Assistant Professor – Demonstrated ability and the potential for directing activities in the mutually agreed upon realms of responsibility; ability and willingness to participate in department, college, and university affairs; a doctoral degree in Industrial Engineering or closely related discipline.
• The Rank of Associate Professor – Recognized ability and potential for distinction, and demonstrated ability to direct activities in the mutually agreed upon realms of responsibility; demonstrated ability and willingness to participate in department, college, and university affairs; a doctoral degree in Industrial Engineering or closely related discipline.
• The Rank of Professor – Distinguished achievement and demonstrated ability to direct activities in the mutually agreed upon realms of responsibility; established reputation in the individual’s profession; demonstrated ability and willingness to participate in department, college, and university affairs; a doctoral degree in Industrial Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Other Required Qualifications – Excellent teaching skills and an ability to conduct research programs supportive of the Department’s interest. Excellent verbal and writing skills are also required.

Raleigh, NC

Open Rank Professional Track Faculty

The faculty of ISE invites applications for a professional track faculty position. The expected start date is January 2024. Candidates will primarily support the educational mission of the department and associated programs, and candidates will report to the Department Head. The preferred person will also be able to engage in some extension and outreach through connecting with companies for projects and connecting to prospective students in recruitment.

A primary responsibility is expected to include support of senior design, including soliciting and finalizing projects from stakeholders (e.g., industry, government, non-governmental organizations), advising of senior design teams, and partnering with other faculty on senior design. The individual is expected to participate in ABET and student outcome evaluations.

Other responsibilities may vary according to the background and expertise of the candidate. Example responsibilities in ISE academic programs include delivering courses, serving as academic or career advisors, advising student groups, etc. The candidate could support the Engineering Management program for part of their responsibilities, such as advising students on career and professional aspects. When classes are delivered the faculty responsibilities include:

• Presenting engaging course content that fulfills student learning outcomes
• Developing exams, quizzes, and homework assignments
• Grading assessments with possible TA support
• Holding office hours
• Maintaining up-to-date course platform (e.g. Moodle)
• Determining and posting course grades
  

Rank is commensurate with education and experience. Rank could be Lecturer or Senior Lecturer, Assistant Teaching Professor, Associate Teaching Professor or Teaching Professor, or Professor of the Practice.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• For Lecturer/Sr. Lecturer: Master’s degree, an equivalent degree, or equivalent professional experience.
• For Asst./Assoc./Full Professor: Requires doctor’s degree, an equivalent degree, or equivalent professional experience.

Other Required Qualifications

• Excellent teaching skills
• Excellent verbal and writing skills are required.
• The ability to partner with the industry is essential for the outreach role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the vision and mission of NC State and the ISE department. 
• Experience teaching or working with students at the college or university level in industrial engineering, operations research, computer science, statistics, manufacturing, ergonomics, or a related field.