Industrial Engineer

We're looking for an Industrial Engineer to join our Manufacturing team at Ford Motor Company. As an Industrial Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and improving production systems and processes to optimize efficiency and productivity.

In this role, you will work on identifying and resolving bottlenecks, streamlining workflows, and implementing lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve quality. You will also analyze data, conduct time and motion studies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement efforts.

Your role will be integral to Ford's manufacturing operations and the overall success of the company.

Responsibilities:

• Drive development and/or installation of direct and indirect labor standards and methods.
• Conduct Job Ergonomics evaluations.
• Analyze problem process constraints and conduct equipment cycle time analysis,
• Recommend most efficient distribution of manpower and review daily employee manpower, analyze plant methods and standards.
• Prepare or direct the preparation of cost estimates of new or revised methods and standards,
• Review proposed changes in plant layout, processes, material handling, routing, etc.
• Analyze production and non-production operations to determine those requiring study and develop new or improved methods and standards.
• Conduct time and motion/MODAPTS studies and review employee proposals and suggestions.
• Develop cycle line layouts or participate actively during the meetings for current and future models. Lead job methodization and process allocations.
• Coordinate engineering changes and planning. Conduct value stream mapping and process audits.
• Develop cost saving project proposals and write projects as required.
• Interface with Production Supervision and the teams involved.
• Assist production in planning labor allocations for mix and line speed changes.
• Develop cycle line layouts for current and future models using ACAD. Lead job methodization and process allocations
• Coordinate engineering changes and planning. Conduct value stream mapping and process audits
• Develop cost saving project proposals and write projects as required
• Interface with Production Supervision and the UAW to settle job disputes
• Assist production in planning labor allocations for mix and line speed changes
• Recommend most efficient distribution of manpower and review daily employee manpower, analyze plant methods and standards

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience as an Industrial Engineer in Manufacturing
• Experience:
• Must possess the ability to analyze and resolve issues quickly through route cause analysis and drive change back to the production departments. Must have the necessary skill set to have job placement flexibility and the expectation to rotate to various positions within the plant such as Production or Quality
• Must display strong customer orientation with a commitment to upholding plant processes through strict adherence to the Quality Operating System. Must demonstrate the ability to execute to achieve results, while organizing and managing multiple priorities
• Must have the ability to serve as a strong and confident technical mentor to the production organization (both hourly and salary)
• Must have strong written and verbal communications skills
• Value stream mapping, Yamazumi
• Successful candidates must be able to demonstrate leadership in ONE FORD (leadership) behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, team building, and communication skills

Even better, you may have:

• Education: Masters  Degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Experience: 2-5 years’ experience
• MODAPTS Certification
• GSPAS / APT working knowledge
• Microsoft Office
• Minitab
• Green Belt certified or six sigma equivalent.