Work setting

Tasks

Conduct performance reviews
Conduct studies to determine optimum inventory levels and utilization of machinery and resources
Design manufacturing systems to optimize the use of computer networks, robots and materials
Develop performance standards
Develop wage and incentive programs
Draw facility's building, equipment and major components
Evaluate or assess industrial facilities to ensure that all opportunities for improvement have been explored
Find ways to eliminate wastefulness in production processes
Implement programs on optimum inventory levels
Plan plant layouts and facilities
Supervise technicians, technologists, analysts, administrative staff and other engineers
Develop flexible or integrated manufacturing systems and procedures
Analyze costs of production
Design and conduct time studies and work simplification programs
Conduct studies on the reliability and performance of plant facilities
Assess industrial facilities
Establish programs and conduct studies to enhance industrial health and safety or to identify and correct fire and other hazards
Develop maintenance standards, schedules and programs
Assess business opportunities and develop strategies