Industrial Engineer

About Us

HSM Company History  |  HSM HEART Company Values  |  Who is HSM to our customers? 

Founded in 1944, HSM is a third generation, privately held company with a rich history of innovation and a commitment to our people. With 25 locations across the U.S. and corporate headquarters in Hickory, NC and Huntersville, NC, we specialize in manufacturing components for furniture, bedding, transportation, packaging, automotive, and healthcare industries. Our expertise also includes designing and building automated production machinery. HSM products from sofa springs to swimming pool noodles and bus seats, touch everyday life in countless ways.

At HSM, our success is built on our people. We foster a culture of teamwork, innovation, and shared success. If you’re looking for a meaningful place to grow and make an impact, we want to hear from you!

What You Will Do

• Analyze and improve manufacturing processes to increase productivity and reduce waste


• Develop and maintain process flow diagrams, routing structures, and Bills of Materials (BOMs)


• Establish standard work, cycle times, and line balancing to support production goals


• Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives


• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities across labor, materials, and operations


• Support new product launches, pilot builds, and production validations


• Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and process documentation


• Partner with cross-functional teams to solve complex manufacturing challenges


• Monitor key performance metrics and drive corrective actions when needed


• Support compliance with quality standards including ISO 9001 and IATF 16949

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or related Engineering field


• 5–10 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, or process improvement


• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies


• Experience developing process documentation, BOMs, routings, and standard work


• Proficiency with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar)


• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and engineering change management


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills


• Automotive or IATF 16949 experience is a plus