Industrial Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Summary:

The main function of a Industrial Engineer is to design, develop, test and evaluate integrated systems for managing industrial production processes including human work factors, quality control, inventory control, logistics and material flow, cost analysis and production coordination. A typical Industrial Engineer is tasked with increasing productivity through the management of people, methods of business organization and technology.

Job Responsibilities:

• Analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine standards and establish quality and reliability objectives of finished product.

• Develop manufacturing methods, labor utilization standards, and cost analysis systems to promote efficient staff and facility utilization.

• Recommend methods for improving utilization of personnel, material, and utilities.

• Plan and establish sequence of operations to fabricate and assemble parts or products and to promote efficient utilization.

• Apply statistical methods and perform mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes, staff requirements, and production standards.

• Coordinate quality control objectives and activities to resolve production problems, maximize product reliability, and minimize cost.

• Estimate production cost and effect of product design changes for management review, action, and control.

• Draft and design layout of equipment, materials, and workspace to illustrate maximum efficiency using drafting tools and computer.

Skills:

• Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem solving ability.

• Team player and detail oriented.

• Basic ability to make sketches, engineering drawings and common computations.

• Basic knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

• Basic knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

• Previous experience with computer applications and software related to engineering field, such as MS Visual Basic, MS Project, and ABAQUS.

Education/Experience:

• BS in Industrial Engineering or Supply Chain Management or Equivalent Experience.

• 0-2 year’s experience required.

Specific Responsibilities of this Position:

• Provide significant input and participation in the entire Plan for Every Part (PFEP) process.

• Calculate the storage needs for direct materials, including racking, floor space, and dunnage.

• Determine the requirements for GSC (Global Supply Chain) indirect labor.

• Design, develop, and procure all material movement and storage equipment, including ASRS (Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems) and AGV/AMR (Automated Guided Vehicles/Autonomous Mobile Robots) automation.

• Develop innovative strategies for material storage and movement, and actively seek opportunities for implementation.

• Integrate the layout of people, manufacturing equipment, and material flow through the creation of a

Material Flow Map.

• Conduct analysis of material flow and congestion to identify areas for improvement.

• Participate in Plant Launch Wall Reviews, providing updates on status and countermeasures.

• Collaborate closely with key stakeholders, including CME Execution and Plant Launch Teams.

• Address lessons learned from Continuous Improvement (CI) opportunities and share knowledge with other manufacturing sites.

• Assist in defining material flow metrics, standardized work processes, and operations playbooks.

Key Qualifications

• Experience in designing, procuring, building, installing, and debugging equipment related to material movement and storage.

• Proficient in managing Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), including program management, OEM timing, addressing open issues, and providing financial forecasts.

• Previous experience as a Project Lead, with the ability to coordinate resources, provide leadership updates, report status, and track timelines.

• Possess practical problem-solving skills, with either formal training or experience applying methodologies such as Red X or 7 Diamond.

• Knowledge and experience with Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEAs), simulation techniques, and controls plans.

• Exposure to controls engineering, understanding the principles and concepts related to control systems in manufacturing environments.

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services, enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances.

At Kyyba, the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value, passion, excellence, empowerment, and happiness, creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources, incentives, and flexibility that they need to support a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development.

Kyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Kyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other b

Company Description

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services, enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances.\r\n\r\nAt Kyyba, the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value, passion, excellence, empowerment, and happiness, creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources, incentives, and flexibility that they need to support a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development.\r\n\r\nKyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.\r\n\r\nKyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other b