Industrial Engineer

Employee will be responsible for drafting, managing standardized work. Update layouts, managing the throughput improvement process and collaborating with UAW counterparts with relation to production IE/Ergo matters.

• Implement common Industrial Engineering business practices and processes.
• Design work operations that meet safety, quality, and efficiency requirements with high integrity.
• Maintain accurate time studies through motion analysis and application of standard time data.
• Maintain accurate workstation layouts using computer aided drafting software (AutoCAD).
• Drive Continuous Improvement efforts in assigned area through elimination of waste.
• Evaluate bottleneck areas and support throughput and productivity improvements in assigned area.
• Support change management projects by developing line balance plans and participating in production trials.
• Reduce total cost by improving productivity metrics related to operator work loading and value-added percent.
• Participate in lean manufacturing through implementation of GM’s Global Manufacturing System.
• Support implementation and training for standardized work development.
• Become a coach and teacher of lean manufacturing principles to the production floor team members.
• Drive problem solving efforts.
• Work collaboratively as one team with all levels of the organization.
• Develop relationships with Production department and related personnel.

• Bachelor’s degree in the field of Engineering (or equivalent)
• Experience working in manufacturing with a background in Continuous Improvement.
• Experience in documentation of Standardized Work procedures.
• Experience in implementation of Lean Manufacturing concepts.
• Knowledge of time study and motion analysis.
• Working knowledge of computer aided drafting tools (AutoCAD).Ability to adapt to different interpersonal styles and communication methods.
• Self-motivated individual with Continuous Improvement focus.
• Ability to work any shift, OT and weekend shifts.

• Knowledge of human factors engineering / ergonomic analysis.
• Previous experience with project management and time management.
• Previous experience working in a Union Environment or Bargaining Unit.

Experience working in a plant with machining operations.