General Motors · 21 hours ago
Industrial Engineer _ Material Flow
Warren, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelGeneral Motors is seeking a highly skilled Industrial Engineer – Material Flow to join their Center of Excellence. This role focuses on advancing manufacturing efficiency and developing scalable best practices by utilizing expertise in simulation, data analysis, and industrial engineering principles.
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Responsibilities
Lead material flow simulations to evaluate line-side delivery, warehouse logistics, and automated material handling solutions
Develop, validate, and maintain discrete-event simulation models to optimize labor, equipment, and space utilization
Partner with manufacturing, operations, and engineering teams to ensure material flow strategies are scalable, sustainable, and standardized
Conduct time studies, capacity analysis, and ergonomic assessments to identify improvement opportunities
Establish and maintain standard processes, metrics, and best practices for deployment across multiple facilities
Provide technical guidance on integrating automation technologies such as AGVs/AMRs, conveyors, and robotics into plant operations
Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with Lean Manufacturing principles and Industry 4.0 strategies
Qualification
Required
Strong understanding of material flow optimization, Lean Manufacturing principles, and PFEP (Plan for Every Part)
Demonstrated ability to build and interpret simulation models to support data-driven decision-making
Proven analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate across cross-functional and global teams
A continuous improvement mindset with a passion for innovation and operational excellence
Preferred
Experience with ERP and WMS systems, digital twin technologies, or advanced manufacturing analytics
Background supporting enterprise standards, global manufacturing networks, or Centers of Excellence
Exposure to automation-driven material handling solutions in high-volume or complex manufacturing environments
Company
General Motors
General Motors is an automotive company that designs, produces, markets, and distributes vehicles and vehicle parts.
Founded in 1908
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$8.51BKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2024-10-31Grant· $8M
2024-07-11Grant· $500M
Leadership Team
Mary Barra
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
Tony Cervone
Senior Vice President, Global Communications
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