OpEx and Industrial Engineer Specialist

HELLA Automotive Mexico S.A. de C.V.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

FORVIA HELLA is seeking an OpEx and Industrial Engineer Specialist to drive continuous improvement across production facilities in the United States. You will lead Lean Six Sigma projects, standardize best practices, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver measurable efficiency gains and cost reductions.

The role requires 5+ years in operations or manufacturing engineering, strong analytical skills, and the ability to travel to multiple sites as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in operations, manufacturing engineering, process improvement, or similar.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma knowledge are required; OpEx experience is essential.
• Professional Lean Six Sigma Black Belt/Green Belt is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem solving abilities.
• Excellent project management and cross-functional leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in production to reduce waste and boost productivity.
• Develop and implement OpEx projects and standardize best practices across the organization.
• Analyze existing processes, identify improvements, and drive changes with measurable impact.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address root causes and improve performance.
• Conduct capacity studies and production flow analyses to identify efficiency gains.
• Design facility layouts for efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide OpEx and lean training and support change management.
• Create end-to-end supply chain models reflecting cost structures and resources.
• Develop standardized process metrics to monitor consistency and predictability.
• Manage projects to reduce costs, improve service, and customer satisfaction.
• Regularly audit process control systems for compliance and efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Travel to various sites as required.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

OpEx

Project management

Analytical skills

MS Office

Tools

CAD/CAM

MS Office Suite

Job description

OpEx and Industrial Engineer Specialist

FORVIA HELLA is a listed international automotive supplier. As a company of the FORVIA Group, FORVIA HELLA stands for high-performancelighting technology and vehicle electronics and, with the Lifecycle SolutionsBusiness Group, also covers a broad service and product portfolio for the spareparts and workshop business as well as for manufacturers of special vehicles. With currently around 34,000 employees at over 125 locations, the company isactive worldwide and generated adjusted sales of €8.0 billion in the fiscalyear 2025.

YOUR TASKS

• Apply continuous improvement techniques and methodologies in the production environment such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and KPI establishment to reduce waste and improve productivity.
• Develop, implement, and lead initiatives for operational excellence (OpEx) including improvement projects and standardization of best practices across the organization.
• Analyze the effectiveness of existing operational processes and systems. Highlighting areas for improvement and initiating appropriate actions to implement changes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive and implement process improvements, ensuring that root causes are addressed and that measurable improvements in performance are achieved.
• Conduct capacity utilization studies and production flow analyses to identify areas of potential efficiency improvements.
• Design layout of facilities, equipment, and offices for maximum efficiency, safety and regulatory compliance for both existing and new production lines.
• Conduct training sessions on the principles of OpEx and lean manufacturing for both team members and management, and support the change management process.
• Utilize advanced modeling and analysis tools to develop end-to-end supply chain network models that accurately reflect cost structures and resources impacting performance.
• Develop standardized process measurement tools to monitor consistency and predictability of operations.
• Manage and execute projects to reduce costs, improve service and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Perform regular audits of the process control system to ensure adherence to compliance and efficiency guidelines.
• Ensure environmental, safety, quality, and health standards and regulations are complied with at all times.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• Starting Salary Range: $62,000-$65,000.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in operations, manufacturing engineering, process improvement or a similar role.
• Strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and operational excellence (OpEx) is a must.
• Professional certification such as Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem solving ability.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner to a variety of audiences.
• Proficient in the use of statistical analysis software, CAD/CAM, and MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of manufacturing process controls and quality assurance methodologies.
• Experience in supply chain management, logistics or a similar field is advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to design, develop, and implement systems for tracking operational metrics and improving processes.
• Awareness of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to travel to various sites as required.

FORVIA HELLA stands for the variety of all employees. Inclusion and diversity are firmly anchored in our company culture. We are continuously looking for new team players and welcome applications from all interested parties, regardless of their ethical and social background, age, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation or identity.