Launch Industrial Engineer

Job Description

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.).

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Orion, MI on a full-time basis.

The Role:

Industrial Engineer will work directly with production, engineering, and Core Teams in implementing lean manufacturing systems. They will analyze throughput data to help departments improve performance. They will be responsible to prepare standardized work for future products alongside the core team and help to launch great products. In steady state, they will drive continuous improvement projects.

What You'll Do:

• Coordinate problem solving activity on plant floor level with multi-department resources

• Support as necessary in-plant tryouts, process changes, and implementation plans to resolve ergonomic issues

• Assist in establishing operational methods and work standards using various measurement techniques

• Analyze throughput data to determine plant bottlenecks then work with the floor to eliminate them

• Analyze existing operations and proposes cost justified improvements

• Optimize use of floor space, materials, personnel, and equipment

• Assist in planning new facilities, operations and/or relocation of same

• Provide information for various management systems

• Regular contact with others outside the work group

• Monitor adherence to recommended safety procedures and good housekeeping

• Recommend changes to work station, labor, and layouts to reduce waste and cost per vehicle

• Work alongside Core team, manufacturing engineering team, engineering team to establish lean work station set-up including standardized work

• Establish execution plans to complete the job and or/project

• Coordinate input from internal/external customers to better understand customer needs and/or perceptions

• Keep up to date on current product developments and trends in areas of expertise

• Actively identify new areas for learning and take advantage of learning opportunities

• Attend/participate in LAUNCH activities in Warren, MI including but not limited to Meetings, Reviews, Builds

• Knowledge of MGO and part routings

• Understanding of line balancing

• Respond to Supplier and Engineering inquiries

• Assist in training launch follow-up team members

• Complete special projects / scenarios as needed

• Support Floor Readiness for SORP

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent
• 2–3 years’ experience as an Industrial Engineer in an automotive or high-volume manufacturing environment or equivalent
• Knowledge of and experience in the GM-Global Manufacturing System
• Knowledge of and experience in Standard Time Data Systems (STDS)
• Knowledge of and experience in Assembly Processing Systems (APS)
• Highly developed oral & written communication skills
• High level of interpersonal skills.
• Project management skills
• High level of analytical ability

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience

• General Motors Direct Labor Industrial Engineering experience or equivalent

• Knowledge and coaching experiences in Throughput Analysis

• Knowledge of and coaching experiences in Global Manufacturing Systems (GMS)

• Knowledge of work measurement and work standards

• Knowledge of basic manufacturing and assembly processes

• Knowledge of computer software (Office suite and engineering software)

• Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related area required

• Knowledge of Global Launch Process

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