Industrial Engineer

Req. ID:

JR115350 Industrial Engineer

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Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.

## Strategic Capacity Planning

Develop and sustain capacity models for operations. Carry out scenario analysis that supports business choices regarding demand, product variety, and capacity scaling. Analyze capacity restrictions and bottlenecks across various loading scenarios. Construct Base, Upside, Downside, Cost Optimization, and Government Commitment models to ensure smooth planning and delivery.

## Equipment Planning & CAPEX Optimization

Determine tool requirements based on forecast, UPH, OEE, utilization targets, and product mix. Identify equipment installation, transfer, and deployment plans to support capacity growth. Drive CAPEX optimization and avoidance opportunities through improved equipment utilization. Support tool procurement, transfer strategy, and long-range equipment roadmaps to ensure world-class operational excellence.

## Labor Planning & Productivity

Develop people models for direct and indirect labor requirements. Analyze headcount needs based on ramp plans, productivity assumptions, and automation initiatives. Support workforce planning, hiring strategies, and labor productivity improvements. Establish labor utilization and staffing optimization plans to compete successfully in the industry.

## Space & Facility Planning

Evaluate space requirements for future capacity expansion and business growth. Develop layout scenarios to optimize manufacturing footprint utilization. Support AutoCAD-based factory planning and equipment placement activities. Partner with Facilities teams on infrastructure readiness and expansion projects, ensuring seamless operations.

## Bottleneck & Risk Management

Identify current and future manufacturing bottlenecks. Conduct sensitivity and risk analysis across multiple production scenarios. Develop mitigation plans including tool transfers, productivity improvements, alternate routing, and phased investments. Provide proactive recommendations to ensure capacity readiness, mitigating risks effectively.

## Utilization & Operational Excellence

Monitor tool utilization, labor utilization, OEE, and capacity balance. Analyze productivity gaps and recommend improvement opportunities. Drive initiatives to improve bottleneck utilization and overall factory efficiency. Support continuous improvement through data-driven decision-making, achieving operational excellence.

## Ramp Readiness & Expansion Planning

Lead capacity readiness planning for major ramps and site expansion programs. Coordinate equipment delivery, hook-up schedules, workforce readiness, and facility readiness. Ensure alignment between demand forecasts and operational capability. Track execution risks and readiness achievements to support successful ramp implementation.

## Executive Decision Support

Present scenario outcomes, risks, opportunities, and recommendations to leadership. Support strategic decisions related to capacity expansion, network loading, and investment planning. Develop dashboards and executive summaries for business reviews. Enable fact-based decision-making through advanced scenario modeling and analytics.

## Planning and Decision Support Using Advanced Technology

Apply AI and advanced analytics to refine capacity planning, forecasting, and scenario evaluations. Build AI-based models to pinpoint bottlenecks, forecast capacity challenges, and optimize allocation of resources. Use Generative AI tools (Copilot, Power BI Copilot, AI Agents, ChatGPT, etc.) to streamline planning processes and increase efficiency. Employ machine learning approaches to advance demand forecasting, personnel planning, and tool utilization forecasts. Develop AI-powered dashboards to support real-time decisions and provide executive visibility. Introduce automated alerts addressing capacity, utilization, delivery, and ramp-readiness concerns. Promote digital transformation initiatives within Planning, IE, Facilities, and Manufacturing departments to guarantee effective delivery!

Job Profile(s):

Industrial Engineer 3

Relocation level: (TBD)

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