Magna
automotive technologies
IndustrialEngineer
“Industrial Engineer at Magna. Skills: Lean Manufacturing, process optimization, plant layout. Establish optimum manufacturing cell configuration. Determine product flow”
Industry & Context.
analyze problems; develop appropriate solutions; troubleshooting problems; independent problem solving
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related or equivalent, Demonstrated basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing, workstation layout, process flow, and other current techniques related to industrial engineering, Demonstrated communication skills in order to communicate with other functional areas both internally and externally for successful completion of projects, Demonstrated interpersonal skills to influence decisions that affect assigned projects, Three years experience in engineering or related or equivalent, Demonstrated ability to analyze problems and develop appropriate solutions in order to assist in troubleshooting problems, Eight years progressive professional level experience in engineering or project/program management and full competency/mastery of work area, Must be broadly familiar with technologies, products, process, machines, etc., Demonstrated leadership abilities in managing programs to meet goals (i. e. successful program launch), Demonstrated ability to work on long-term assignments, broad in nature, using a high level of originality and ingenuity, Must be able to develop long-term technical strategies/plans to meet future business needs and growth opportunities, Must be able to work independently with substantial latitude for unreviewed action or decision, Excellent communication/negotiation skills to work in a positive, cooperative way and maintain productive relationships with key functional areas, Demonstrated ability to lead and manage several large and complex projects simultaneously, Must have experience with past project financial responsibilities, Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate others through support, training, etc., Must be able to manage staff toward departmental goals, Demonstrated ability to thoroughly research, recommend, and oversee implementation of new materials, processes, etc. and present information
What You'll Do.
Establish optimum manufacturing cell configuration
Determine product flow
Evaluate resource requirements
Evaluate material flow
Evaluate equipment rates
Evaluate ergonomic considerations
Establish most efficient machine rates
Lead process of systemization
Standardize product routings
Standardize process descriptions
Standardize material flow/usage
Standardize throughput rates
Maintain manufacturing database
Track process descriptions
Track throughput rates
Track raw material usage
Provide input for facility planning
Provide input for plant layouts
Perform capacity studies
Determine plant order capability
Develop detailed plans
Develop detailed layouts
Maximize process efficiencies
Support business objectives
Monitor project objectives
Control project costs
Establish program time lines
Provide work direction
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Communicate with other functional areas; Influence decisions affecting projects; Work with product team; Maintain productive relationships with key functional areas
Communication Scope
communication skills; communication/negotiation skills
Process & Methodology
project management skills, program management skills, manage programs, manage projects, manage several large projects, manage complex projects, manage staff
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