Senior Production Engineer — Lean Automotive Innovator

Placements24; Aguascalientes; On-site; MXN 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and comprehensive福利

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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Production Engineer for our automotive manufacturing client in Aguascalientes, Mexico. You will lead production process optimization, drive Lean initiatives, and ensure top-quality output on the shop floor, partnering with quality, maintenance, and logistics teams.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's in industrial or mechanical engineering, 5+ years in production engineering in automotive manufacturing, and a proven track record with Lean tools and MES.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in a production engineering role in automotive/manufacturing.
• Proven experience with lean manufacturing principles and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis software and MES.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; team oriented.
• Experience in project management and leading improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of ISO/TS 16949 quality systems.
• Spanish fluency; English a plus.
• Authorized to work in Aguascalientes, Mexico.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to optimize production processes, reduce waste, and improve overall efficiency.
• Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee the implementation of lean manufacturing techniques, such as 5S, Kaizen, and Kanban.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including quality, maintenance, and logistics, to ensure seamless production flow.
• Train and mentor junior engineers and production staff on best practices and new methodologies.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and environmental standards.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement projects.
• Manage and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for production.
• Contribute to the development of new product introduction (NPI) processes.

Skills

Lean manufacturing principles

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Project management

Spanish fluency

English knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

MES

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Production Engineer for our automotive manufacturing client in Aguascalientes, Mexico. You will lead production process optimization, drive Lean initiatives, and ensure top-quality output on the shop floor, partnering with quality, maintenance, and logistics teams.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's in industrial or mechanical engineering, 5+ years in production engineering in automotive manufacturing, and a proven track record with Lean tools and MES.