JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary:

The Advanced Industrial Engineer

• Material flow Automation provides technical expertise in standard labor analysis and lean manufacturing.

The Advanced Industrial Engineer is the key link to providing technical support to plant IEs on standards related to material flow, provide support in the evaluation and implementation strike zone workstation layouts, and maintain key performance measurements to monitor and exceed department goals.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Mentor plant and COE IEsProvide technical support in development, evaluation, implementation and improvement of best business practices and automation as it relates to material flow.

Development and analysis of future program material flow from dock to point of use.

Provide technical support for the evaluation and implementation of best business practices as it relates to material flow.

Provide technical support, assistance, training, and leadership to plant teams in the implementation of material flow standards.

Support evaluation and updates to current materials standards.

Provide training and technical assistance in the role out of changes to the material flow best business practices.

Provide Technical support and leadership with indirect labor motion-based time standards.

Maintenance of a central database for plant layouts, kitting process books, material handling labor tool, and other lean manufacturing documentation.

Provide technical support and assist with labor roadmaps to decrease gap to labor goalProvide technical support and leadership in the establishment of future manufacturing footprint and core assembly processes.

Provide technical support and data to the automation team with respect to material handling operationsSupport key initiatives and core projects as required.

Qualification Requirements:

Minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Engineering

• Mechanical or Manufacturing preferredMinimum of 5 years of industry experience
• high volume order fulfillment or distribution center experience desiredMinimum 5 years of experience in designing material replenishment routes for automated and human powered technology
• both full pallet and specialty packaging (i.

e. totes, soft product, carts, etc.)Strong computer skills required (MS Office, AutoCAD, etc.)Interest and ability to learn

AMR / AGC

programmingExperience in simulation software is desired (FlexSim)Strong Leadership and Interpersonal skills

• ability to work in a matrix organization and effectively lead without direct positional authority is requiredStrong communication, presentation, and teamwork (verbal and documentation) skills
• ability to write clear and concise technical documentation is requiredFlexible work & Extensive travel and plant visits is required

Education and Experience Required:

Minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Engineering

• Industrial preferredMinimum of 5 years of industry experience PRIMARY LOCATIONCentral Tech Unit Plymouth MI Adient is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process please email talent-acquisition@adient.com.