Industrial Engineer - Labor Optimization & Time Studies

Jobtailor; Dearborn (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an entry-level Industrial Engineer to support labor optimization across stamping, body, paint, and final assembly in North America. You will work with cross-functional teams to study labor efficiency and document results.

You will participate in time studies, modular planning, and plant rebalances, contributing to program launches and continuous improvement. This role requires strong communication and proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 1+ years in industrial engineering or manufacturing operations.
• Co-op/internship counts toward experience.
• Experience with MODAPTS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support capacity studies and labor optimization for milestones.
• Lead benchmarking and target setting for labor improvements.
• Assist with cycle line layouts, time studies, and operator allocations.
• Collaborate with plants on build events and program launches.
• Document standard methods and procedures.

Skills

Industrial Engineering

Labor Optimization

Time Studies

Cross-functional Collaboration

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

MODAPTS

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking an entry-level Industrial Engineer to support labor optimization across stamping, body, paint, and final assembly in North America. You will work with cross-functional teams to study labor efficiency and document results.

You will participate in time studies, modular planning, and plant rebalances, contributing to program launches and continuous improvement. This role requires strong communication and proficiency with MS Office.