Industrial Engineer: Lean & Cycle-Time Optimizer

Ford Motor Company; Wayne (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle discount program

Job summary

Ford Motor Company in the United States is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer to help drive labor planning, cycle time optimization, and continuous improvement across Final Assembly. You will work with engineering, production, and skilled trades to build safe, efficient operations.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering and 3+ years in manufacturing; experience with MODAPTS, AutoCAD, and new model launches is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering required.
• 3+ years of experience as an Industrial Engineer in a manufacturing plant environment.
• 4+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing preferred.
• MODAPTS Certification
• AutoCAD experience
• New model launch experience
• Lean Manufacturing knowledge
• Previous production supervision experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive labor planning, cycle time optimization, and continuous improvement for current and future vehicle programs within Final Assembly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess program content, complete labor allocations, and perform MODAPTS time studies to establish accurate cycle times and labor standards.
• Apply lean manufacturing and waste reduction principles to improve efficiency and support plant Industrial Engineering targets.
• Analyze production constraints and cycle time data to optimize process flow, balance workloads, and improve throughput.
• Lead workstation layout changes, work balance adjustments, tooling improvements, and process documentation updates.
• Perform ergonomic assessments and recommend solutions that improve safety and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and other plant functions to resolve issues tied to new model launches and ongoing operations.
• Work with UAW representatives to address job disputes and maintain labor standard compliance.
• Support production leadership with labor planning for product mix changes, line speed adjustments, staffing requirements, and operational readiness.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance across manufacturing operations.

Skills

Industrial Engineering

Lean Manufacturing

MODAPTS

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Ford Motor Company in the United States is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer to help drive labor planning, cycle time optimization, and continuous improvement across Final Assembly. You will work with engineering, production, and skilled trades to build safe, efficient operations.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering and 3+ years in manufacturing; experience with MODAPTS, AutoCAD, and new model launches is a plus.