Industrial Engineer

Mammoth DistributionNorth Hollywood, California, United States | Los Angeles, California, United StatesOnsite

Manufacturing / Industrial Engineer - Automate Processes and Accelerate Growth

Are you a process-driven, technically savvy engineer with a passion for streamlining operations and scaling production through automation? As our Industrial Engineer, you will be the architect of efficiency — identifying bottlenecks, designing automated solutions, and implementing cutting-edge improvements across our cannabis manufacturing facility. You will work cross-functionally to optimize processes and lead transformative change, directly contributing to our operational excellence and growth trajectory.

What Drives You:

You thrive on turning inefficiencies into opportunities, using data and systems thinking to drive measurable process improvements.
You have a deep understanding of how machines, materials, and people interact in a manufacturing environment, and how to make them work smarter.
You are a proactive, solutions-oriented engineer who doesn’t wait to be told where the problem is — you find it, fix it, and future-proof it.
You thrive in dynamic environments, effortlessly managing multiple priorities and driving projects forward independently.
You welcome the complexity of a regulated industry and enjoy building scalable systems that meet both performance and compliance goals.
Navigating ambiguity and leading change excites you, and you possess the agility to adapt and implement solutions in a fast-paced, growth-oriented setting.

Your Key Contributions:

Process Optimization Pioneer: Lead the evaluation and redesign of manufacturing processes to reduce waste, increase throughput, and enhance repeatability and quality.
Automation Trailblazer: Identify and implement automation opportunities across production, packaging, and material handling — including equipment integration, PLCs, and control systems.
Workflow & Layout Strategist: Design efficient factory floor layouts, material flows, and production schedules that minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
Cross-Functional Collaborator: Partner with Production, Quality, Facilities, and Compliance teams to ensure changes meet operational needs and regulatory standards.
Data-Driven Decision Maker: Monitor KPIs and manufacturing data to track improvements, identify issues, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

What You Bring to the Team:

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field).
3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or process engineering role, preferably in cannabis, food & beverage, or pharmaceuticals.
Demonstrated success designing and implementing automation solutions that improve cost, consistency, and output.
Working knowledge of PLCs, sensors, and industrial automation.
Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
Ability to lead projects independently, think critically, and communicate clearly across departments.

Your Day-to-Day Will Involve:

Walking the production floor to analyze performance and identify improvement opportunities
Collaborating with operators and managers to understand pain points and brainstorm solutions
Designing and implementing new workflows, equipment layouts, or automation systems
Managing vendors, contractors, or consultants involved in equipment or system installations
Drafting process documentation, SOPs, and training materials to support operational changes
Measuring and reporting on project outcomes to demonstrate ROI and efficiency gains

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Clear vision, hearing, and speech.
Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to eight hours daily).
Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work effectively in various environments, including production and warehouse environment with exposure to noise, dust, and machinery
Ability to understand and follow instructions and utilize information to complete tasks effectively.
Occasional travel to equipment vendors, contractors, or other production sites may be required

Bonus Points:

Experience in cannabis manufacturing
Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher)
Hands-on experience with SCADA, robotics, or custom automation solutions
Experience implementing digital manufacturing tools (MES, IoT, etc.)

Who We Are:

Mammoth Distribution has been working steadily for several years to help build the cannabis industry one relationship at a time.We are the exclusive distributor of multiple top-10 California cannabis brands including Heavy Hitters, Almora, Papa & Barkley and other products in the vape, flower, pre-roll, concentrate and edible categories. By establishing Mammoth as one of the largest and most professional distribution companies with best-in-class products successfully operating in the crowded California market, we are uniquely positioned for optimal growth as the legal cannabis industry continues to expand.Mammoth Distribution provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.Qualified Applicants with arrest or Conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

This role requires:

Respectful collaboration/interactions with colleagues
Calm, non aggressive/violent responsiveness to othersduring extremely busy, high pressure, deadline oriented times
Handle cannabis products and keep safe from theft/diversion

Mammoth Distribution reasonably believes a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in a withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. Background Check Required.

Life at Mammoth Distribution

CLEAN. COMPLIANT. LICENSED. FRIENDLY. Mammoth Distribution is the largest and most professional cannabis distribution company in California. Mammoth Distribution specializes in cannabis concentrates and vape products that are of the utmost safety, quality, and potency. All Mammoth-distributed products come with a 100% satisfaction guarantee, and are extensively third party tested to ensure the cleanest, safest vape products on the market. All Mammoth-distributed products must adhere to our strict Clean Cannabis Guarantee - our promise to consumers that all Mammoth-distributed products will meet or exceed all California state cannabis regulations.

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