Industrial Engineer

We open up your world with every drive Would you like to work on the development of roof systems for future car models together with some of the market leaders in the automotive industry? Inalfa Roof Systems is a world leading supplier for OEM automotive roof systems and still growing strong. Are you ready to grow with us? Job Title:         Industrial Engineer Department:     Product & Manufacturing Engineering     Reports To:     Manufacturing Engineering Manager                                                    FLSA Status:   Exempt SUMMARY  Drive the organization towards the goal of technical excellence in the areas of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.  Plans, organizes and controls all tasks associated with the accomplishment of lean manufacturing objectives.  Develop plans in the areas of packaging, facility development, and labor studies.   Provide technical guidance and ensure state-of-the-art techniques and manufacturing processes are utilized in all production activities.  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned . Plan and direct activities concerned with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement. Conduct the necessary time studies to ensure that labor standards remain accurate and up to date. Develop work elements and establish takt times for all processes/work elements in the manufacturing process. Continuously identify areas where cost savings can be achieved through labor reduction or process improvements. Maintain up to date drawings for manufacturing facilities. Plan and develop facility layouts for future business and/or expansion. Conduct the necessary studies and provide the required information on new manufacturing facilities. Develop the proper methodology for container movement within the dock area, warehouse, and within the manufacturing plant. Approves packaging designs that adhere to ergonomic guidelines and ensures proper line presentation. Ensures all process design and development activities optimize manufacturability through DFM/DFA analysis, and cross-functional team feasibility studies. Development of equipment plan by considering value added labor content, appropriate automation level, ergonomics and human factors, operator and line balance, storage and buffer inventory levels. Support manufacturing by effectively addressing all process related issues. Training of production associates and quality engineers for new/ changed processes and process controls. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Extensive knowledge of Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing practices. Knowledge in various assembly processes and how material flows in…