Manufacturing Engineer

IAC International Automotive India Pvt. Ltd.; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

IAC International Automotive India Pvt. Ltd. in Warren, MI is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to plan, design, and drive continuous improvement of the automotive manufacturing process.

You will optimize layouts, workflows, and equipment to maximize efficiency and quality while supporting new product launches. Responsibilities include leading Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and 5S initiatives, performing root-cause analysis, documenting SOPs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to reduce

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing/industrial engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing engineering experience preferred.
• Experience in automotive or industrial manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing processes, equipment, and workflows.
• Analyze production methods to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost metrics.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, and other tools.
• Design and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Support new product launches, equipment installations, and process validations.
• Collaborate in Gemba walks, audits, and cross-functional teams to resolve issues.
• Create and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and manufacturing specifications.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor production data and KPIs to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Evaluate equipment and tooling requirements for capital investments.
• Support cost reduction efforts through productivity improvements and waste reduction.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement events.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

5S

Kanban

Analytical thinking

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CAD software

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

General Description

• Plans, designs, and drive continuous improvement of the manufacturing process in the industrial plant.
• Maximizes efficiency by analyzing layout of equipment, workflow, assembly methods, and work force utilization.
• Determines parts and tools needed to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specification.
• Performs a major role in troubleshooting process issues, root causing product defects, and implementing corrective actions.
• Coordinate and implement changes suggested by Launch or Product Engineers. They focus more on technology (PLCs, Robots, Welding, etc.) and are responsible in general of secondary equipment (welding, clipping, wrapping, etc.).

Position Specific Requirements (PSR)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing processes, equipment, and workflows.
• Analyze production methods and identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost metrics.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, and other operational excellence tools.
• Design and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Support new product launches, equipment installations, and process validations.
• Collaborate with and Participate in Gemba walks, audits, and continuous improvement events cross-functional teams to resolve manufacturing and quality issues.
• Create and maintain process documentation, work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and manufacturing specifications.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions for production issues.
• Monitor production data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Evaluate manufacturing equipment and tooling requirements and recommend capital investments as needed.
• Support cost reduction efforts through productivity improvements, waste reduction, and process optimization.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in Gemba walks, audits, and continuous improvement events.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of manufacturing engineering experience is preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably automotive or industrial manufacturing.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, Kanban, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ERP/MRP systems.
• Experience with CAD software and manufacturing process design preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.