Industrial Engineer - General Assembly

Slate Auto; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 109,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Slate is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer to join our Indiana-based team. You will drive the Slate Production System (SPS) development, optimize General Assembly processes, and support new product introductions with PFMEA and control plans.

You will lead continuous improvement projects, reduce waste, enhance safety and quality, and collaborate across Engineering, Quality, Production and Supply Chain to align manufacturing strategies.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in Industrial Engineering in automotive/manufacturing with IE responsibilities.
• Proven track record in General Assembly, process optimization and plant launch experience.
• Start-up experience desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize the Slate Production System (SPS).
• Analyze and improve manufacturing processes to boost efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance quality.
• Support issue resolution for General Assembly issues from plant, field, and suppliers.
• Optimize plant layouts, tooling, material flow and waste management.
• Lead or support continuous improvement projects for cost reduction, productivity, and quality enhancements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align manufacturing strategies.
• Support NPI and launch readiness activities, including PFMEA and control plans.
• Monitor KPI performance and develop dashboards and action plans.
• Provide Lean training and mentoring to operators and team members.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Root cause analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

KPI dashboards

Microsoft Office

Visio

Education

B.S./M.S. in Industrial Engineering

5+ years IE experience (automotive/manufacturing)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Visio

Job description

ABOUT SLATE

At Slate, we're building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer with a strong background in General Assembly to join our team. The ideal candidate will have automotive and/or manufacturing industry experience, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives. The Industrial Engineer will play a critical role in optimizing processes, reducing waste, improving efficiency, and supporting new product launches, while ensuring safety, quality, and cost targets are consistently met. Above all, we want someone who is passionate about driving process, excellence, building capability in others, and shaping the culture of a new manufacturing organization. This role is a unique opportunity to help build and refine world-class manufacturing.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENT

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

• Slate Production System (SPS) Development & Optimization
• Analyze, design, and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance quality.
• Support issue resolution for General Assembly related issues originating from the plant, field, and suppliers.
• Support the optimization of plant layouts, processes, tooling, material flow, waste management, etc.
• Lead or support continuous improvement projects focused on cost reduction, productivity, and quality enhancements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Quality, Production, Supply Chain) to ensure alignment on manufacturing strategies.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) and launch readiness activities, including process flow design, workstation setup, PFMEA, and control plans.
• Monitor and report KPI performance, developing dashboards and action plans for improvement.
• Provide training and mentoring to operators and team members on Lean practices and continuous improvement culture.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

Education & Experience

• B.S. or M.S. in Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of Industrial Engineering experience (automotive/ manufacturing w/ direct Industrial Engineering responsibilities.
• Proven track record in General Assembly department, process optimization and plant launch activities.
• Start-up experience desirable not required.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, root cause analysis, and problem-solving methodologies
• Excellent communication, teamwork and leadership skills.
• Ability to align maps with KPI dashboards for tracking
• Proven track record of delivering sustainable cost savings and process improvements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including VISIO

SALARY RANGE

Base Pay Range (Annual) 108,877.26 - 163,315.90 USD Annual

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?

At Slate, we're fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.

• Safety First
• Delight Customers
• One Team
• Relentless Improvement
• Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy
• Respectful Collaboration
• Positive Legacy

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer.

We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].

About Us

At Slate, we've got one job: building a vehicle you'll fall in love with, right here in the USA. We believe that car buyers - not car companies - should call the shots. We like looking at a road, not a screen. We don't like paying for stuff we don't need. We like picking out the stuff we do need. We think dings are badges, not blemishes. But we know not everyone likes what we like. So, we built you a Slate: you make it yours.