Industrial Engineer – Lean, Data & Automation Focus

General Motors; Parma (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors in Parma, OH is seeking an Industrial Engineer who independently leads engineering activities supporting manufacturing operations and continuous improvement, applying lean principles and cross-functional collaboration to improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost.

You will analyze processes, conduct time studies, develop standard work, and drive data‑driven improvements using VBA, Python, Power BI, and other tools; travel up to 25% for plant initiatives and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Production, Automotive, or related engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of relevant engineering experience in automotive/high-volume manufacturing.
• Experience with process improvement, time studies, capacity analysis, and manufacturing layouts.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to lead cross-functional work across multiple functions and levels.
• Strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver commitments on time.
• Willingness to work in plant environments and travel when required.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering studies and analyze manufacturing processes to identify improvement opportunities.
• Drive lean and continuous-improvement initiatives to reduce cost and improve flow.
• Develop, validate, and maintain standardized work documentation and time studies.
• Identify opportunities to automate reports and repetitive activities using VBA, Python, Power BI, or similar tools.
• Ensure standard work meets safety, quality, and productivity requirements.
• Validate layouts, process documentation, and staffing plans; ensure implementation readiness.
• Communicate project status, risks, and recommendations to leadership.

Skills

Process improvement

Time studies

Capacity analysis

Manufacturing layouts

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Multitasking

Travel readiness

Rotating shifts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Production, Automotive, or related engineering

Graduate degree in Industrial Engineering or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

MES

Power BI

VBA

Python

Job description

General Motors in Parma, OH is seeking an Industrial Engineer who independently leads engineering activities supporting manufacturing operations and continuous improvement, applying lean principles and cross-functional collaboration to improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost.

You will analyze processes, conduct time studies, develop standard work, and drive data‑driven improvements using VBA, Python, Power BI, and other tools; travel up to 25% for plant initiatives and