Industrial Engineer

Job Description Sponsorship: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.) Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Fort Wayne ASSY on a full-time basis. The Role: In this position, your responsibilities include analyzing operations, designing workflows & production processes, reducing inefficiency, and ensuring that final products meet the established quality standards. You will have to design systems that maximize productivity and reduce waste which are cost-efficient and ensure high product quality. You will possess a broad technical knowledge combined with creative problem solving and analytical ability. The work is of a technical nature focused on complex manufacturing processes that involves understanding the assembly environment. This individual will work with all levels of a cross functional team to drive CIP, support steady state improvements, and drive established best practices into the plant. Significant use of independent judgment is required. Involves training others and extensive work in cross-functional team environment. Job Description Develop plant layout and coordinate system design with process engineers with material flow. Conduct lean manufacturing reviews and layout approval from stake holders. Report Benchmark manufacturing systems. Develop HPU (Hours Per Unit), labor plan & efficient utilization of people systems using STDS (Standard Time Data System). Develop and update Standard Time Data, Bench mark calculator, Pillar Charts and Balance Labor, Lean measurables, Manufacturing cost per unit. Support ME Simultaneous Engineering activities - STDS, EDA (Ergonomics Design Analysis) & Layout. Perform ergonomic simulation. Perform ergonomic assessments of operations using ergonomic assessment tool and resolve issues. Champion rack design studies that meet ergonomic standards. Lead injury reduction items to closure. Support & interact with Manufacturing operations. Assist in establishing operational methods and work standards using various measurement techniques Analyze existing operations and propose cost justified improvements Optimize use of floorspace, materials, personnel, and equipment Support line balance activities (current, new models, and engineering changes). Identify and eliminate waste Participate continuous improvement workshops to meet annual productivity targets Participate and champion continuous improvement workshops targeted to improve plant metrics Work with group leader and team leaders on each shift to develop and implement the change plan Coordinate Job Element Sheet (JES) changes to Standard Operation Sheet (SOS) Complete operation validations. Validation - Verify elements, options, STDS, ergonomics, layout, material routing etc., Maintain documentation as current within STDS, AutoCAD, etc. Perform / Coordinate Throughput Modeling Analysis & Improvement Activity. Conduct / support part handling forums and present the results to Leadership. Conduct / support GMOS (Global Material Optimization System) studies. Assist leadership in attaining goals and objectives for productivity, ergonomics, throughput, layouts, and overall plant metrics Support ME Run Offs for to validate Layout and Ergonomics assessment and prepare documentation. Update Master Dot template and present in Launch wall review meeting. Follow Safety guidelines and standardized work during execution activities. Prepare and update PFEP (Plan For Every Part). Prepare BEC (Basic Engineering Content) template for new projects and support in BEC workshops. Drive continuous process improvement within the team. Capture and share lessons learned within the team. Participate in global meetings and report out regional issues, lessons learned and project progress updates if required. Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications): Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Automotive, Manufacturing Engineering-related field 1 year of experience in industrial engineering 1-2 years of experience optimizing operational flow and processes within the manufacturing environment Proficiency in AutoCAD, Factory CAD or equivalent Proficiency in Microsoft tools suite and data visualization tools Knowledge of work measurement/work standards, ergonomic principles, material optimization, and facility layout Experience solving complex problems and working in a fast-paced environment Must be available and willing to work off shifts and weekends to meet production demands What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications): Advanced understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes Advanced understanding of ergonomic principles and risk factors. Knowledge of Continuous Improvement Processes (CIP) Proficient in Throughput Improvement Process (TIP) Proficient in Assembly Processing Systems (APS) and GM Standard Time Data (STDS) Knowledge of TeamCenter, GM-GMS Principles, and Workplace Safety Systems Experience with PFMEA and Process Control Plans Experience in Project Management Methodologies Experience in Line and Manpower Balancing Experience working in a union environment Launch Experience Relocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy. 

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc).

This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.

Relocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy.

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