Industrial Engineer - Lean Ops & Process Improvement

General Motors

Roanoke (IN)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

General Motors in Fort Wayne is seeking an industrial/manufacturing engineer to analyze operations, design workflows and production layouts, and drive continuous improvement. You will work with cross-functional teams to reduce waste and improve productivity in a high-volume plant.

The role requires a bachelor's in related field, 1 year of industrial engineering experience, proficiency with AutoCAD/Factory CAD and Microsoft tools, and readiness to work off shifts and weekends to meet production

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Automotive, Manufacturing Engineering-related field.
1 year of experience in industrial engineering.
1-2 years optimizing operational flow and processes within the manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Factory CAD or equivalent.
Proficiency in Microsoft tools and data visualization.
Knowledge of work measurement, ergonomic principles, material optimization, and facility layout.
Experience solving complex problems in a fast-paced environment.
Must be available and willing to work off shifts and weekends to meet production demands.

Responsibilities

Develop plant layout and coordinate system design with process engineers with material flow.
Conduct lean manufacturing reviews and layout approval from stake holders.
Report Benchmark manufacturing systems.
Develop HPU (Hours Per Unit), labor plan & efficient utilization of people systems using STDS (Standard Time Data System).
Develop and update Standard Time Data, Bench mark calculator, Pillar Charts and Balance Labor, Lean measurables, Manufacturing cost per unit.
Support ME Simultaneous Engineering activities - STDS, EDA (Ergonomics Design Analysis) & Layout.
Perform ergonomic simulation.
Perform ergonomic assessments of operations using ergonomic assessment tool and resolve issues.
Champion rack design studies that meet ergonomic standards.
Lead injury reduction items to closure.
Support & interact with Manufacturing operations.
Assist in establishing operational methods and work standards using various measurement techniques
Analyze existing operations and propose cost justified improvements
Optimize use of floorspace, materials, personnel, and equipment
Support line balance activities (current, new models, and engineering changes).
Identify and eliminate waste
Participate continuous improvement workshops to meet annual productivity targets
Participate and champion continuous improvement workshops targeted to improve plant metrics
Work with group leader and team leaders on each shift to develop and implement the change plan
Coordinate Job Element Sheet (JES) changes to Standard Operation Sheet (SOS)
Complete operation validations.
Validation - Verify elements, options, STDS, ergonomics, layout, material routing etc.,
Maintain documentation as current within STDS, AutoCAD, etc.
Perform / Coordinate Throughput Modeling Analysis & Improvement Activity.
Conduct / support part handling forums and present the results to Leadership.
Conduct / support GMOS (Global Material Optimization System) studies.
Assist leadership in attaining goals and objectives for productivity, ergonomics, throughput, layouts, and overall plant metrics
Support ME Run Offs for to validate Layout and Ergonomics assessment and prepare documentation.
Update Master Dot template and present in Launch wall review meeting.
Follow Safety guidelines and standardized work during execution activities.
Prepare and update PFEP (Plan For Every Part).
Prepare BEC (Basic Engineering Content) template for new projects and support in BEC workshops.
Drive continuous process improvement within the team.
Capture and share lessons learned within the team.
Participate in global meetings and report out regional issues, lessons learned and project progress updates if required.