Industrial Engineering Technicians Go Back to List Apply engineering theory and principles to problems of industrial layout or manufacturing production, usually under the direction of engineering staff. May perform time and motion studies on worker operations in a variety of industries for purposes such as establishing standard production rates or improving efficiency.

Technology used in this occupation:
	Materials requirements planning logistics and supply chain software

Tasks
	Study time, motion, methods, or speed involved in maintenance, production, or other operations to establish standard production rate or improve efficiency.
	Recommend modifications to existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability.
	Aid in planning work assignments in accordance with worker performance, machine capacity, production schedules, or anticipated delays.
	Prepare charts, graphs, or diagrams to illustrate workflow, routing, floor layouts, material handling, or machine utilization.
	Evaluate data and write reports to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards.
	Read worker logs, product processing sheets, or specification sheets to verify that records adhere to quality assurance specifications.
	Compile and evaluate statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products.
	Evaluate industrial operations for compliance with permits or regulations related to the generation, storage, treatment, transportation, or disposal of hazardous materials or waste.
	Initiate or participate in emergency response procedures to contain, secure, or clean spills of hazardous materials.
	Monitor environmental management systems for compliance with environmental policies, programs, or regulations.

Skills
	Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
	Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
	Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
	Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
	Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
	Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
	Systems Analysis - Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
	Systems Evaluation - Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
	Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.
	Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Knowledge
	Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
	Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
	Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
	Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
	Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
	English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
	Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
	Physics - Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.
	Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
	Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

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Wage Information
	Region Average Entry Level  Mid-Range  Annual  Hourly  Statewide $59,502.00 $28.61  $19.44  $20.42 - $33.15  Bridgeport/Stamford $64,996.00 $31.25  $21.02  $23.62 - $36.45  Danbury $61,413.00 $29.52  $21.06  $23.34 - $37.66  Hartford $58,100.00 $27.93  $19.83  $21.52 - $31.60  New Haven $57,851.00 $27.81  $18.11  $18.56 - $33.15  New London/Norwich $59,274.00 $28.49  $18.27  $18.16 - $32.39  Waterbury $50,842.00 $24.44  $16.58  $18.47 - $30.11  Torrington $57,529.00 $27.66  $19.99  $21.10 - $31.46

Occupation Outlook ( 2016 - 2026 ) Average Annual Job Openings:   96   Employment in this occupation is expected to grow about as fast as average, but the number of annual openings will offer good or favorable job opportunities.

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