Industrial Engineer

Industrial Engineer- Union, SCLocation: US Gestamp South Carolina, USReporting to the Supply Chain Department, this role is responsible for supporting material flow, logistics engineering, packaging optimization, and launch planning activities for new product introductions. The position leads MP&L-related engineering analysis, PFEP development, material flow design, warehouse and lineside presentation optimization, and launch readiness activities. Additionally, the role coordinates, tracks, and reports project status utilizing Gestamp's program management tools (GPCS, Teamcenter, Ariba, and others) while supporting Program Managers on key launch initiatives.Mainly accountable for GPCS/Ariba to coordinate/monitor new product launches. Utilize Teamcenter for project tracking of PCP task completion, customer milestones, and internal KPI compliance. Support internal team for project-specific master data. Schedule & host meetings with Program Management teams to review the status of MP&L topics/open issues. RFQ development/Purchasing & Program Manager interface. Create PRs/GRs/VIM invoices in Ariba. Reporting: Purchasing finance program status. Ordering, reporting & logistics coordination of launch trial material to tool shops and to GSC. Material cards (Logistics portion) Create and maintain packaging instructions for all programs. PFEP (Plan for Every Part) / Pack BOM for all programs Container/rack management Oversee WIP container design, approvals & purchase. WIP Rack reuse planning Blank Pallet management & purchase Create & report on delivery timing and budget status. Launch Warehouse set-up & management (EC / FIFO) General Material flow and lineside presentation for series production Coordinating all freight requirements for material/equipment as needed. Tracking all freight topics to ensure on-time delivery. Coordinate with purchasing for all trial material purchases & tracking. Optimize material flow, organize, and minimize warehouse footprint. SAP Supplier set-up and BOM support including BOM upkeep & material masters. Plant layout planning support. Support Program Managers with needed data & detail for customer project status reporting.Bachelor's degree (or bachelor's equivalency), or equivalent combination of education and experience. 3-5 years of Automotive-related experience in Program Launch, MP&L lead. Experience with creating and managing PFEP and product launch timelines. Experience on Team Center PLM, PJM, CAD, and TCM Modules preferred. Computer Skills with familiarity with Project, Word, PowerPoint, and Complex Excel SpreadsheetsWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and seek to hire the best candidate regardless of age, beliefs, disability, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation.We are a multi-technology company present in over 20 countries and our team of over 40,000 is made up of 90 different nationalities. They are the driving force of our company, which designs, develops and produces parts for over 900 models of the leading vehicle manufacturers, and enable us to be one of the top suppliers worldwide. Do you have what it takes to build the future of mobility with us? - You will be joining a leading international group in the automotive sector with a clear commitment to innovation, a trail-blazer in Industry 4.0 and engaged with ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) criteria. - This is an opening to build a career in a global environment with many opportunities to grow both professionally and personally by participating and leading innovative and international projects. - You will find a supportive and friendly environment where the emphasis is on team work, continuous improvement, trust, a dynamic spirit and thinking outside the box, and a passion for a job well done. - You will be working with highly qualified professionals as Gestamp is committed to the ongoing training of our teams. Join the Gestamp team!