Industrial Engineer - Lean & Labor Optimization

Ford; Wayne (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vehicle discount

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking an Industrial Engineer to optimize labor planning and cycle times in Final Assembly. You will collaborate across engineering, production and skilled trades to ensure safe, efficient operations and clear labor standards.

With 3+ years in manufacturing engineering, you will leverage MODAPTS and AutoCAD to support new model launches, plus ongoing improvements in productivity, safety and cost performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering is required.
• 3+ years of experience as an Industrial Engineer in a manufacturing plant.
• Experience with MODAPTS and AutoCAD is a plus.
• Lean manufacturing knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive labor planning, cycle time optimization and continuous improvement for current and future vehicle programs within Final Assembly.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to assess new 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 and balance workloads.
• Lead implementation of workstation layout changes, work balance adjustments, tooling improvements and process documentation updates.
• Perform ergonomic assessments and recommend solutions to improve employee safety and 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, evaluate methods and maintain labor standard compliance.
• Support production leadership with labor planning for product mix changes, line speed adjustments, staffing requirements and readiness.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, productivity and cost across manufacturing.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Labor planning

Ergonomics awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

MODAPTS Certification

AutoCAD

Job description

Ford Motor Company is seeking an Industrial Engineer to optimize labor planning and cycle times in Final Assembly. You will collaborate across engineering, production and skilled trades to ensure safe, efficient operations and clear labor standards.

With 3+ years in manufacturing engineering, you will leverage MODAPTS and AutoCAD to support new model launches, plus ongoing improvements in productivity, safety and cost performance.