- Location
- Michigan City, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Visa
- Not sponsored
- Source
- Workday
Description
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Position Summary
The Industrial Engineer is responsible for optimizing manufacturing processes, improving operational efficiency, and leading large-scale projects including production line relocations, plant layout redesigns, and facility moves. This role partners cross-functionally to deliver cost savings, productivity gains, and seamless transitions during major operational changes.
Key Responsibilities
Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement
- Analyze and improve manufacturing processes using Lean and Six Sigma
- Conduct workflow analysis, line balancing, and capacity planning
- Implement cost reduction and productivity initiatives
Facility & Line Move Project Leadership
- Partner with leadership in the execution of production line moves and facility transitions
- Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets
- Coordinate cross-functional teams
- Oversee installation, validation, and ramp-up
Plant Layout & Industrial Design
- Design optimized plant layouts
- Improve material flow and space utilization
- Support facility planning initiatives
Data Analysis & Performance Management
- Analyze production data and identify bottlenecks
- Develop KPIs and dashboards
- Conduct cost-benefit analysis
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with operations, supply chain, finance, and EHS
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field
- 5+ years of manufacturing experience
- Experience with high impact line moves or facility transformations
- Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma
- CAD proficiency
- Strong project management skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Six Sigma certification
- Automotive or heavy manufacturing experience
- ERP/MES system experience
- Plant startup or expansion experience
Key Competencies
- Project leadership
- Analytical thinking
- Change management
- Communication skills
- Results-driven mindset
CVG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Visa Sponsorship
At this time, we are not providing sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the country of the job posting location on a full-time basis.
No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors
Please note that Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) and any of its affiliated companies does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to CVG will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before any resume or offer is received.
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