Ford Motor Company · 5 days ago
Industrial Engineering Specialist, LAP
Louisville, KY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expFord Motor Company is a global leader in the automotive industry, seeking an Industrial Engineering Specialist to enhance their manufacturing process engineering activities. The role focuses on optimizing safety, quality, and productivity through engineering principles and analytical techniques.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesManufacturingTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Drive development and/or installation of direct and indirect labor standards and methods. Track labor, efficient manpower utilization and line balancing
Conduct Job Ergonomics evaluations
Analyze problem process constraints and conduct equipment cycle time analysis
Recommend most efficient distribution of manpower and review daily employee manpower, analyze plant methods and standards
Prepare or direct the preparation of cost estimates of new or revised methods and standards
Review proposed changes in plant layout, processes, material handling, routing, etc
Analyze production and non-production operations to determine those requiring study and develop new or improved methods and standards
Conduct time and motion/MODAPTS studies and review employee proposals and suggestions
Develop cycle line layouts for current and future models using ACAD. Lead job methodization and process allocations
Coordinate engineering changes and planning. Conduct value stream mapping and process audits
Develop cost saving project proposals and write projects as required
Interface with Production Supervision and the UAW to settle job disputes
Assist production in planning labor allocations for mix and line speed changes
Apply Manufacturing Principles for workstation design for future and current models
Assess Workstation Readiness, identifying and addressing gaps for ideal workstation
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
3+ Years of Experience
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering field
Experience in manufacturing engineering
Proven problem-solving ability
Six Sigma Green Belt certified
Previous production supervision
Benefits
Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
Company
Ford Motor Company
We don't just make history -- we make the future.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$16.23BKey Investors
US Department of EnergySoros Fund Management
2025-07-29Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-08-17Post Ipo Debt· $4B
2023-06-22Debt Financing· $9.2B
Leadership Team
James Farley
Chief Executive Officer
Efrat Barit
COO
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