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Career: Industrial Engineers
Job Description
Design, develop, test, and evaluate integrated systems for managing industrial production processes including human work factors, quality control, inventory control, logistics and material flow, cost analysis, and production coordination.
Job Tasks
Importance %age |
Task Description |
94
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Review production schedules, engineering specifications, orders, and related information to obtain knowledge of manufacturing methods, procedures, and activities. |
94
|
Communicate with management and user personnel to develop production and design standards. |
91
|
Estimate production costs, cost saving methods, and the effects of product design changes on expenditures for management review, action, and control. |
90
|
Draft and design layout of equipment, materials, and workspace to illustrate maximum efficiency using drafting tools and computer. |
89
|
Confer with clients, vendors, staff, and management personnel regarding purchases, product and production specifications, manufacturing capabilities, or project status. |
87
|
Plan and establish sequence of operations to fabricate and assemble parts or products and to promote efficient utilization. |
84
|
Recommend methods for improving utilization of personnel, material, and utilities. |
84
|
Study operations sequence, material flow, functional statements, organization charts, and project information to determine worker functions and responsibilities. |
79
|
Apply statistical methods and perform mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes, staff requirements, and production standards. |
78
|
Record or oversee recording of information to ensure currency of engineering drawings and documentation of production problems. |
76
|
Complete production reports, purchase orders, and material, tool, and equipment lists. |
75
|
Develop manufacturing methods, labor utilization standards, and cost analysis systems to promote efficient staff and facility utilization. |
75
|
Evaluate precision and accuracy of production and testing equipment and engineering drawings to formulate corrective action plan. |
74
|
Coordinate and implement quality control objectives, activities, or procedures to resolve production problems, maximize product reliability, or minimize costs. |
64
|
Analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine standards and establish quality and reliability objectives of finished product. |
63
|
Implement methods and procedures for disposition of discrepant material and defective or damaged parts, and assess cost and responsibility. |
61
|
Direct workers engaged in product measurement, inspection, and testing activities to ensure quality control and reliability. |
61
|
Formulate sampling procedures and designs and develop forms and instructions for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data. |
52
|
Regulate and alter workflow schedules according to established manufacturing sequences and lead times to expedite production operations. |
52
|
Schedule deliveries based on production forecasts, material substitutions, storage and handling facilities, and maintenance requirements. |
Work Activities
Importance %age |
Activity Description |
76
|
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
|
74
|
Thinking Creatively
|
72
|
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
|
72
|
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
|
72
|
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
|
70
|
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
|
69
|
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
|
68
|
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
|
68
|
Getting Information
|
67
|
Analyzing Data or Information
|
67
|
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
|
65
|
Processing Information
|
62
|
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
|
61
|
Scheduling Work and Activities
|
60
|
Controlling Machines and Processes
|
59
|
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
|
58
|
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
|
58
|
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
|
57
|
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
|
56
|
Documenting/Recording Information
|
55
|
Developing and Building Teams
|
55
|
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
|
55
|
Interacting With Computers
|
53
|
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
|
52
|
Training and Teaching Others
|
52
|
Coaching and Developing Others
|
52
|
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
|
51
|
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
|
48
|
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
|
47
|
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
|
46
|
Performing Administrative Activities
|
46
|
Developing Objectives and Strategies
|
44
|
Selling or Influencing Others
|
41
|
Handling and Moving Objects
|
38
|
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
|
38
|
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
|
34
|
Assisting and Caring for Others
|
33
|
Performing General Physical Activities
|
24
|
Staffing Organizational Units
|
20
|
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
|
18
|
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
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