Job ID

67270

Category

Manufacturing

Location

Hermosillo, Mexico

Work Type

On-site

We are looking for an Industrial Engineer to join the MP&L; team, reporting directly to the ME Manager. This role is responsible for ensuring workstation ergonomics, planning and executing the annual efficiency plan, applying lean manufacturing tools, driving problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives, and supporting production, quality, and cost objectives, as well as actively participating in new model launch processes.

Responsibilities

- Participate as an active member of the Local Ergonomics Committee.
- Conduct ergonomic evaluations of workstations and follow up on stations flagged as "red" and ergonomic complaints.
- Perform annual ergonomic evaluation of 100% of workstations.
- Define stations suitable for pregnant employees and individuals with disabilities.
- Conduct ergonomic evaluation of 100% of new projects involving station or process modifications.
- Plan, define, and execute the annual efficiency plan.
- Generate change proposals and present them to the Union and Human Resources.
- Coordinate with support areas (MP&L;, Safety, Maintenance, Systems).
- Develop and deliver the change management "booklet" on schedule.
- Follow up on rebalancing implementation once executed.
- Update Broadcast, e-tracker, and EPQS with every rebalance.
- Ensure workstation compliance with standards (92% total, 95% low option).
- Develop efficiency projects in SAP and present them to Finance/Controllership.
- Get involved in engineering changes affecting station layout or labor, and adjust GSPAS accordingly.
- Maintain 3x3 versatility training related to rebalancing.
- Apply lean manufacturing tools and processes to improve operational performance.
- Identify innovation projects to increase operational efficiency.
- Model Ford OS behaviors when working with the team.
- Use quantitative problem-solving and quality improvement tools (Six Sigma, Kaizen).




- Deliver daily production volume safely while meeting quality and cost targets.
- Design and execute a competitive, cost-effective operating business plan.
- Forecast costs, identify drivers/causes, and adjust plans to meet targets.
- Prepare cost estimates and new or revised methods and standards.
- Support engineering changes related to new model launches.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage workstation ergonomics (evaluation, follow-up, and compliance).
- Plan, execute, and control the annual efficiency plan (including SAP and Controllership reporting).
- Apply lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies (Six Sigma, Kaizen).
- Ensure achievement of production, quality, and cost targets.
- Manage operating costs and cost estimation processes.
- Support new model launch activities.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
- Experience in Production, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, and Launch.
- Professional/working proficiency in English.

Must Have Skills

- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Conflict management
- Knowledge of Six Sigma, SPC, and Statistics
- Dimensional knowledge
- Problem-solving
- Lean Manufacturing
- Proficiency in Minitab, QLS, FIS

Highly Desirable Skills

- Prior experience with rebalancing processes and change management.
- Familiarity with tools such as Teamcenter, WBDM, CM4D, DVA, VAST, SRI.
- Experience presenting to Finance/Controllership.
- Experience participating in ergonomics or safety committees.

Education Preference

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering (or related field).

Competencies/Skills to be Gained

- Advanced management of efficiency projects and organizational change.
- Mastery of lean manufacturing and problem-solving tools (Six Sigma, Kaizen).
- Negotiation and presentation skills with Union, HR, and Controllership stakeholders.
- Proficiency in specialized systems (SAP, Teamcenter, WBDM, CM4D, etc.).
- Team leadership and development of operational versatility.
- Strategic vision for operating cost planning and new model launch execution.

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📌 MP&L Industrial Engineer (México)
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📍 México