Automotive Process Improvement Engineer

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.; Bowling Green (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation in Bowling Green, Ohio is seeking an Industrial Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes, improve efficiency, and reduce costs in a high‑volume automotive environment. This fully onsite role focuses on analyzing workflows, designing production layouts, and leading continuous improvement initiatives to support operational excellence.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of progressive experience in process optimization, manufacturing engineering, or industrial engineering within

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years in industrial engineering within automotive/high-volume manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies.
• Design and implement optimized production layouts and material flow systems.
• Conduct time and motion studies to establish standard work.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Support new product launches and validate line readiness.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Time and Motion Studies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Job description

Dauch Corporation in Bowling Green, Ohio is seeking an Industrial Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes, improve efficiency, and reduce costs in a high‑volume automotive environment. This fully onsite role focuses on analyzing workflows, designing production layouts, and leading continuous improvement initiatives to support operational excellence.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of progressive experience in process optimization, manufacturing engineering, or industrial engineering within