Industrial 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

Industrial Engineer

Dauch is seeking an Industrial Engineer to join our team in Bowling Green, Ohio. This fully onsite role is responsible for optimizing manufacturing processes, improving efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring high-quality production within an automotive manufacturing environment. This role focuses on analyzing workflows, designing production systems, and implementing 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 a production environment.

Job Description:

• Analyze current manufacturing processes and workflows to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement
• Design and implement optimized production layouts, workstations, and material flow systems
• Conduct time and motion studies to establish standard work and improve labor productivity
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other methodologies
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (production, quality, maintenance, supply chain) to drive operational improvements
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Support new product launches by designing efficient production processes and validating line readiness
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as throughput, cycle time, and utilization to drive performance improvements
• Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives related to labor, materials, and equipment
• Evaluate equipment, tooling, and automation solutions to enhance productivity and safety
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and company policies
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 2+ years of industrial engineering experience in an automotive or high‑volume manufacturing environment

About Dauch

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain‑agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries – GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.