Manufacturing Process Engineer: Lean & Improvement

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

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