Lear Corporation is a leading company recognized for its groundbreaking technologies and commitment to collaboration and excellence. They are seeking an Industrial Engineer to apply engineering principles to manufacturing production issues, focusing on process design, efficiency improvement, and quality standards.
Performs process designs by developing preliminary process flow diagrams and provides performance estimates for client requested studies and/or budgetary proposals
Performs the conceptual process design to provide a complete unit that meets the customer’s stated needs and product specifications
Makes computer-based process simulation calculations and/or perform hand calculations for process analysis and continuous improvement
Selects or participates in the selection of proper materials of construction for major equipment and components
Develops/Prepares process data sheets for major equipment
Provides process engineering tasks as required to ensure a project is executed cost effectively and passes the required performance test
Controls and maintains the process flow diagram throughout the project
Reviews designated major equipment documents received from the selected vendor prior to purchase as needed
Participates in plant process audits, 'run it' rates and reviews
Observes workers operating equipment or performing tasks to determine time involved and fatigue rate, using timing devices
Prepares charts, graphs, and diagrams to illustrate workflow, routing, floor layouts, material handling, and machine utilization
Studies time, motion, methods, and speed involved in maintenance, production, and other operations to establish standard production rate and improve efficiency
Recommends revision to methods of operation, material handling, equipment layout, or other changes to increase production or improve standards
Records test data, applying statistical quality control procedures
Observes workers using equipment to verify that equipment is being operated and maintain to gauge possible process and ergonomic improvement
Recommends modifications to existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability
Evaluates data and write reports to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards
Utilizes computer software programs such as Microsoft Office to complete data analysis and problem solving
Interprets engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, or formulas and confer with management or engineering staff to determine quality and reliability standards
Reviews project engineering documentation and specification sheets to ensure that products are built according to proper requirements
Analyzes and initiates adjustments and methods for manufacturing process, equipment, testing, and materials
Troubleshoots problems and develops root cause and corrective actions
Plans and conducts manufacturing training sessions on production for dimensions, uniformity, and function on new production equipment, processes, and assembly components
Initiates and sustains change across process and functional areas as assigned to include improvements to ergonomic and EHS issues properly design & functioning using appropriate Lean and Six sigma tools and methodology
Contributes to relevant design / development processes and reviews as appropriate
Generates internal and external documentation for products, presentations, and technical reports
Generates and maintains standards for all operations, reports on efficiency and utilization based on standards
Supports the plant team in tracking and understanding Key Performance Indicators such as percentage of non-value-added work
Responsible for production/process systems improvements and reliability, improving system unit operations through the development, testing, and implementation of new technology and overseeing line production operations
Leads and conducts process experiments as well as documenting and communicating key process learning's
Provides technical guidance to the plant in terms of process and or equipment troubleshooting
Provides problem solving when / where needed within the key process areas
Participates in pilot plant testing with product development team pilot plant team
Provides continued long-term support to the product development team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering and two (2) years relevant experience, or equivalent
Knowledge of process engineering as needed to design, install, and monitor development (i.e., modifications and upgrades) and troubleshoot existing processes
Knowledge of simulations used in process design as needed to apply the principles of mass, momentum and heat transfer to process and equipment design
Knowledge of preparing reports, flow diagrams and charts
Knowledge of monitoring and improving the efficiency, output, and safety of a plant
Knowledge of industrial engineering as needed to ensure the process works at the optimum level, to the right rate and quality of output, to meet supply needs
Knowledge of process efficiency as needed to make observations and take measurements directly, as well as collecting and interpreting data from the other technical and operating staff involved
Knowledge of Lear environmental aspects and impacts as needed to assume responsibility for environmental monitoring and ongoing performance of processes and process plant
Knowledge of regulatory compliance as needed to ensure that all aspects of an operation or process meet specified regulations
Ability to build a rapport with other departments as needed to work collaboratively with those responsible for the quality control of raw material, plant product specifications and production schedules, and the operating crew
Physical Ability to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time
Physical Ability to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movements
Physical Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight
Must be willing to work extended periods of time or varying shift hours
Must be able to work in inclement weather conditions
Must possess a valid driver's license
Preferred
Experience in industrial or manufacturing engineering preferred
Benefits
The Lear Corporation is a Fortune 500 company with world-class products designed,
