Industrial Engineer

Description

Industrial Engineer will work directly with Production leadership in implementing lean manufacturing systems. The main purpose of the Industrial Engineer is to work to eliminate waste of time, money, materials, person-hours, machine time, energy and other resources that do not generate value. The ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment is critical to your success at General Motors.

Job Responsibilities:

• 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 routings of parts to their assembly location

• 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

• Drive problem solving efforts

• Work collaboratively as one team with all levels of the organization 

• Develop relationships with Production department and related personnel

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience

• 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 

• Self-motivated individual with continuous improvement focus  

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Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of human factors engineering / ergonomic analysis 

• Working knowledge of computer aided drafting tools (AutoCAD / SolidWorks / Line Designer) 

• Ability to adapt to different interpersonal styles and communication methods 

• Previous experience with project management and time management

“FOR GM INTERNAL CANDIDATES: This role is posted at both the "5th", “6th” and “7th” level. The determination by HR and the Hiring Manager as to whether an offer will be lateral or promotional will be based on a candidate’s relevant experience and whether the role will amount to a significant increase in level of responsibility.”

Additional Description

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