JOB DESCRIPTION

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  Hybrid : This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren – GM Global Technical Center three times per week, at minimum or other frequency dictated by the business.
  Logistics Optimization Center team is looking for an Industrial Engineer who will be responsible for leading annual cost reduction initiatives across all North American LOC’s. Ideal candidate should be capable of understanding, measuring, and challenging existing processes within our LOC’s.
  Job would involve working closely with LOC suppliers focusing on optimizing indirect and direct labor with a LOC. This job will also include measuring and optimizing material kitting, sequencing, and delivery within the facility using GMOS, STDS and other analytical tools. Being very proficient with Microsoft excel and PowerPoint is essential.
  This job will require you to use your analytical skills to measure and challenge the existing standardized work.
  With these challenges, the selected candidate will have the opportunity to learn new skills, as well as influence the development of manufacturing & lean material strategies to support annual cost reduction initiatives for General Motors.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Coach, train, and guide supplier’s at LOCs in completing Global Material Optimization System (GMOS), Flow Planner, Auto-Cad, and APS/STDS systems.
• GMOS data analysis
• Support material flow planning and labor efficiency improvements at LOCs.
• Implement common Industrial Engineering business practices and processes.
• Analyze time studies for Indirect and Direct operators through application of standard data charts.
• Determine most efficient methods of delivering material from LOC docks to final using location.
• Analyze layouts and optimize material storage locations for Receiving, Marshalling, Storage, and delivery to usage location including material kitting and sequencing operations.
• Develop and apply best practices for Lean Material Strategies (LMS) to all aspects of material planning.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts through elimination of waste (reduce travel distance and total container moves)
• Develop labor plans for annual LOC supplier productivity.
• Develop and implement plans for automation of material delivery.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

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• 2+ years relevant post-graduate work experience in Industrial Engineering, purchasing, supply chain, program/product management, manufacturing, logistics or product development

• Must be willing to travel 50% of the time domestically and internationally

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Finance, related field, or equivalent work experience

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