Senior Material-Flow Engineer for Automotive Operations

Ghafari Associates; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ghafari Associates is seeking a Senior Project Engineer - Industrial Engineering in Dearborn, MI. The role involves developing methods to enhance productivity and manage operations efficiently, with a focus on automotive assembly.

Qualified candidates will have a BS degree in Engineering and 8+ years of experience in MP&L and automotive material flow. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential. Join a company dedicated to equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• 8 or more years of progressively responsible previous experience.
• Materials Planning & Logistics (MP&L) experience preferred.
• Significant knowledge of automotive material flow.

Responsibilities

• Perform process improvement studies to develop efficient processes.
• Collect data and perform process validation.
• Support layout engineers with market and flow design improvements.
• Assist clients in increasing productivity through lean principles.
• Use problem-solving methodologies to identify root causes.
• Perform cost studies and economic comparisons.
• Guide project team members and support project goals.

Skills

Creativity

Critical thinking

Listening skills

Math/data analysis skills

Problem‑solving skills

Communication skills

Writing skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Education

BS degree in Engineering

Master’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

Predetermined labor standards systems (MTM, MOST, MODAPTS)

Job description

Ghafari Associates is seeking a Senior Project Engineer - Industrial Engineering in Dearborn, MI. The role involves developing methods to enhance productivity and manage operations efficiently, with a focus on automotive assembly.

Qualified candidates will have a BS degree in Engineering and 8+ years of experience in MP&L and automotive material flow. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential. Join a company dedicated to equal opportunity employment.