Job Description:
Industrial Engineer will work directly with Production leadership in implementing Lean Manufacturing systems. The main purpose of the Industrial Engineer is to work to eliminate waste of time, money, materials, person-hours, machine time, energy and other resources that do not generate value. The ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment is critical to succeed in this role.
Job Responsibilities:
- Implement common Industrial Engineering business practices and processes
- Design work operations that meet safety, quality, and efficiency requirements with high integrity
- Maintain accurate time studies through motion analysis and application of standard time data
- Maintain accurate routings of parts to their assembly location
- Maintain accurate workstation layouts using computer aided drafting software (AutoCAD)
- Drive Continuous Improvement efforts in assigned area through elimination of waste
- Evaluate bottleneck areas and support throughput and productivity improvements in assigned area
- Support change management projects by developing line balance plans and participating in production trials
- Reduce total cost by improving productivity metrics related to operator work loading and value-added percent
- Participate in lean manufacturing through implementation of GM’s Global Manufacturing System
- Support implementation and training for standardized work development
- Become a coach and teacher of lean manufacturing principles to the production floor team members
- Drive problem solving efforts
- Work collaboratively as one team with all levels of the organization
- Develop relationships with Production department and related personnel
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in the field of Engineering (or equivalent) AND 2 years of Industrial Engineering experience
- Experience working in manufacturing with a background in Continuous Improvement
- Experience in documentation of Standardized Work procedures
- Experience in implementation of Lean Manufacturing concepts
- Knowledge of time study and motion analysis
- Working knowledge of computer aided drafting tools (AutoCAD / SolidWorks / Line Designer)
- Ability to adapt to different interpersonal styles and communication methods
- Self-motivated individual with Continuous Improvement focus
- Ability to work any shift, OT and weekend shifts
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of human factors engineering / ergonomic analysis
- Previous experience with project management and time management
- Previous experience working in a Union Environment or Bargaining Unit
Management Level:
6
