Industrial Engineer
Position Description
Are you proud to be a part of something? Do you have the determination to provide quality work? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Are you ready to be a part of a team?
SMP Automotive System Alabama Inc. develops and manufactures plastic parts and highly integrated modules for the automotive industry. They company is a member of the Motherson Group, one of the 22 largest automotive suppliers worldwide We invite you to view some of our products at: www.smp-automotive.com/en.
SMP is a unique company that solicits and values employee contributions and involvement and invests in employee development in preparation for the challenges of the automotive supply industry. For prospective team members who possess values, are passionate about what they do and want to truly make a difference, joining our company can be a life-changing opportunity.
We are looking for a talented Industrial Engineer to join our growing team. An Industrial Engineer is responsible for ensuring the standardization of production and implementation of projects.
What you will be responsible for:
Method Engineering
- Material flow planning in cooperation with the logistics planning department
- Workplace design and Specification in cooperation with HQ / Ergonomics
- Generating Value Stream Maps, flow diagrams, production layouts
- Involvement in the development and introduction of new techniques
- Involvement in designing customer articles in a manner that is suitable for production
- Generation of and involvement in process FMEAs
Manufacturing Engineering in cooperation with the relevant technical departments
- Determining the required secondary equipment
- Generating specifications for secondary equipment, special machines
- Construction monitoring, acceptance and production launch of the secondary equipment
Project work
- Tasks as Sub-Project Manager
- Due date and cost control
- Project documentation
- Planning and execution of ratio / optimization projects
- Involvement in the design FMEA
- Generating process sequences with the help of QA (test plans)
- Support for Kaizen projects
- Daily startup and series support
- Execution of MTM analyses
- Optimization of special processes and equipment
- Optimization of value stream
- Complete other duties as assigned.
What will you bring to the table (Skills/Experience Required):
- Engineer / Technician: Plastics / machinery manufacturing / process technology
- Minimum requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
- 2-3 years of experience in Engineering or related field
- Project management
- Secondary equipment planning / - procurement
- Production and factory planning
- PC knowledge (MS Office) / CAD (AutoCAD)
- Value Stream Mapping
- MTM or REFA proficiency:
- Lean Manufacturing – Toyota Production System – Poka-Yoke
- Continuous Improvement
- Ergonomics
- English / German and/or Spanish will be advantage
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Necessary Attributes:
Must possess our Core Values: Passion for Excellence, Accountability, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity
What will you enjoy from working with us?
- 120 hours of PTO and 32 hours of unplanned PTO (sick) time per year
- 11 paid Holidays
- 401k with company match (100% on 1st 3% and 50% in 4-5%)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical & Prescription Plans (Pick from 2 plans)
- Delta Dental (Pick from 2 plans)
- Ameritas Vision
- Voluntary Life Insurance Policies for Team Member & Family
- 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance Policy for Team Member and their families
- 100% Employer Paid Short Term Disability
- 100% Employer Paid Long Term Disability
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Legal Plan
- Paid Volunteer Time (Charity)
- ADP LifeMart Discounts for Team Members
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Safety Shoe Allotment
- Prescription Safety Glasses Allotment
- Team Wear Allotment
- Recognition for your hard work and achievements!
- Opportunity for new challenges! We are growing!
- Paid training
If you can demonstrate your extraordinary successes in the areas above, then we would love to hear from you! Please gather your resume, along with a summary of your successes referencing the questions above and apply at www.smp-automotive.com/en.
Offers are contingent upon passing all background and drug screen.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
- 2–3 years of experience in engineering or a related field
- Engineering or technician background in plastics, machinery manufacturing, or process technology
- Project management experience
- Secondary equipment planning and procurement experience
- Production and factory planning experience
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- CAD and AutoCAD knowledge
- Value Stream Mapping experience
- MTM or REFA proficiency
- Lean Manufacturing, Toyota Production System, or Poka-Yoke knowledge
- Continuous improvement experience
- Ergonomics knowledge
- English proficiency
- German and/or Spanish proficiency
What We Do
Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) is an independent manufacturer and distributor of premium automotive replacement parts for vehicle maintenance, repair, and service in the automotive aftermarket. The company also provides custom-engineered solutions for vehicle and equipment manufacturers. Its products serve distributors, retailers, and OEMs worldwide across four segments: Vehicle Control, Temperature Control, Engineered Solutions, and Nissens. The company supports vehicle maintenance, repair, and service markets globally.
