Industrial Operations Specialist

DIS-TRAN Steel is seeking an Industrial Operations Specialist to help drive operational excellence across our manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for someone with a background in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, or Operations who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, leading projects, and working directly with production teams.

Rather than sitting behind a desk designing products, you'll be on the plant floor identifying opportunities, improving workflows, supporting operations, and helping our teams deliver results safely, efficiently, and with exceptional quality.

Core competencies include:

• Implementing Vision and Values
• Safety Orientation
• Customer Focus
• Contributing to Team Success
• Quality Orientation
• Work Ethic
• Continuous and Applied Learning
• Productivity Orientation

What you'll do:

As an Industrial Operations Specialist, you'll serve as a key contributor to operational performance by partnering with production, quality, maintenance, and leadership teams to improve how work gets done.

• Analyze manufacturing processes and workflows to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, standard work, and operating procedures.
• Coordinate and support operational projects from planning through implementation.
• Assist with production planning, workflow optimization, and resource utilization.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for operational challenges.
• Monitor performance metrics and provide recommendations based on data analysis.
• Evaluate equipment, tools, and processes to improve operational effectiveness.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and Operational Excellence initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of business objectives.

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 0-5 years of experience in manufacturing, industrial operations, process improvement, production, project management, or continuous improvement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret data and translate findings into actionable improvements.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, or Operational Excellence principles is preferred.
• Strong communication and project coordination skills.
• Ability to build relationships and work effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other business software applications.

The ideal candidate:

• Enjoys being on the manufacturing floor and working directly with operations teams.
• Likes finding inefficiencies and creating better ways to work.
• Is driven by continuous improvement and measurable results.
• Has strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Can balance data analysis with practical, hands-on execution.
• Thrives in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Is comfortable leading initiatives and influencing positive change.

Why join DIS-TRAN Steel?

At DIS-TRAN Steel, you'll have the opportunity to make a visible impact on our operations while gaining exposure to production, project management, continuous improvement, and business operations. This role provides an excellent foundation for future leadership opportunities within manufacturing and industrial operations.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Cafeteria Plan
• Corporate Fitness Program

DIS-TRAN Steel is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.