Industrial Engineer - Lean Systems & Growth

General Motors; Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors in Warren, MI is seeking an energetic Industrial Engineer to lead early development of new product programs within a high-paced manufacturing setting.

You will champion Lean Manufacturing, line balancing, and complex production processes from concept through full production, collaborating with engineering, suppliers and in-plant IE teams. Travel up to 50% is expected; a strong focus on problem solving and data-driven improvements is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of Industrial Engineering experience.
• Strong analytical, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office/Office 365.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% within USA, Canada, Mexico and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Implement Lean Manufacturing Systems and Standardized Work to balance lines and meet KPIs.
• Develop plans, analyze data and provide countermeasures for program launches.
• Coordinate with engineering, suppliers and IE teams from concept to full production.
• Provide investment and labor impact analyses for new programs.
• Lead cross-functional workshops for process, layout and tooling decisions.
• Analyze data from current programs to drive throughput improvements.
• Participate in virtual builds and pre-production builds to understand processes.
• Collaborate with Pre-Production teams on design for manufacturability.
• Support resolution of ergonomic issues and apply IE tools (STDS, APS, BMC, CIP).
• Build strong plant relationships and mentor peers on projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office/Office 365

Job description

General Motors in Warren, MI is seeking an energetic Industrial Engineer to lead early development of new product programs within a high-paced manufacturing setting.

You will champion Lean Manufacturing, line balancing, and complex production processes from concept through full production, collaborating with engineering, suppliers and in-plant IE teams. Travel up to 50% is expected; a strong focus on problem solving and data-driven improvements is required.