Vanguard Furniture
Conover, NC
Position Summary: The Industrial Sustainability Engineer supports Vanguard Furniture's commitment to operational excellence, craftsmanship, and sustainability. This role leads process improvement initiatives by applying engineering expertise, Lean principles, and energy management strategies to identify waste, optimize production systems, and reduce environmental impact. The engineer evaluates how labor, equipment, materials, information, and energy resources are used across the organization, then designs smarter and more efficient approaches. This position is hands-on, collaborative, and central to driving long-term improvements through Kaizen events, training, and cross-functional engagement. Position Responsibilities: Energy Management & Sustainability Conduct energy audits across facilities to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for reduction. Collect, analyze, and monitor energy usage data; establish measurable KPIs to track improvements. Develop and...
