MP&L Industrial Engineer

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.