Senior Materials Process EngineerLocation: Southfield, MI, US, 48033 Country/Region: United States Job Function: Logistics Employment Type: SalaryJob DescriptionAs a Senior Process Engineer on the Advanced Materials team, you will be responsible for identifying and implementing supply chain initiatives in our NA JIT facilities, primarily focused on proactively planning material flow concepts, manufacturing site layouts, and performing supply chain studies prior to new program launches.ResponsibilitiesYour work will include, but not be limited to:Represent the Advanced Materials team in new program launch planning and guide production facilities and program teams toward solutions that ensure a flawless program launchWork directly with manufacturing facilities management and operations leads to implement improvement projectsCreate and drive continuous improvement initiatives including improving warehouse design, material flow, labor productivity, etc.Benchmarking, vetting and implementing industry 4.0 (i4.0) initiatives i.e. Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS), Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs), specialty cart designs, etc.Performing cost-benefit analysis and presenting projects to senior management for buyoffLead RFI/RFQ process from creation of scope of work, evaluation of supplier submissions and award decisionsIdentify external and internal supply chain constraints or issues, identify a solution, and implement the solutionExperience RequirementsBachelor's degree in industrial engineering or supply chain management3-7 years of experience in a Supply Chain/Industrial Engineering function, Management experience preferred.Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Project, Outlook, etc.)Ability to build and maintain a strong relationship with internal employees and teams as well as external providersStrong written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, and team-building skillsDetail oriented individual with strong data analysis and analytical skillsDemonstrated ability to work cross-functionally to drive change and implement projectsBe a self-starter and self-motivated to manage projects without direct supervisionWork on multiple projects at once and meet required deadlinesAbility to travel up to 25% of the time (dependent on program launch timelines, project support)Preferred RequirementsAutoCAD experienceKnowledge of lean manufacturing, material flow, continuous improvement initiatives, etc.Experience in a manufacturing facility, preferably a JIT (just-in-time) facilityExperience with warehouse automation technologies (AMRs, VLMs, ASRS, etc…)Equal Opportunity Employer Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit?based employment practices and equal opportunity. We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law.
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