Industrial Engineer I

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Job Description:

Position Summary

This position will be responsible for playing a crucial role in enhancing our operations, analyzing complex systems, identifying areas of improvement, and implementing innovative solutions that drive productivity and cost savings.

Primary Responsibilities

Continuous Improvement:
• Analyze existing manufacturing processes and identify areas for
improvement
• Design and implement efficient production workflows to maximize
productivity
• Develop and implement strategic plans to optimize resource
utilization
• Create and maintain accurate documentation of processes,
procedures, and standards

• Conduct time studies, work sampling, and process flow analysis
• Identify opportunities for automation or technological advancements
in manufacturing
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous
improvement initiatives
• Provide training and guidance to production personnel on best
practices
• Analyze data to identify trends and recommend action plans for
process optimization
• Maintain a strong focus on quality control throughout the
manufacturing process

Disruption Mitigation and Production Pace Control:
• Identify and implement process improvements in order to reduce
cost or mitigate risks to the product or people
• Regularly incorporate feedback from the Production team
• Design methods to ensure product quality and standardization

Product Evolution Projects:
• Manage project deliverables related to own work package, remaining
strong communication with central functions as well as local, and
strong tie-in with customers.
• ensure project execution On-Time/On-Quality/On-Cost
• Assist in financial planning, cost analysis and estimate production
costs.

Additional Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned

Qualified Experience and Training

Required Education
• A Bachelor's Degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering or a relevant field

Required Experience
• 0-3 years of experience in manufacturing or assembly environment
• Knowledge of basic Production and Quality rules in aviation
• Solid experience in Project Management
• Ability to moderate technical decisions based on solution analysis and risk evaluation
• Strong communication skills
• Advanced knowledge in Office tools

• Experience in working in an intercultural environment
• High degree of flexibility and initiative. Experience in lean manufacturing
• Experience in consulting, change management or equivalent experience
• Experience with SQL or computer coding is a plus

Travel Required

• <5% Domestic and International

Citizenship
Authorized to Work in the US

Qualified Skills
Required Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities
• Possess the motivation to learn
• Knowledge of main aircraft components and their functions
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and tools used in lean manufacturing
• Ability to work in a team environment, cross-functional team environment, as well as
independently and with customers and channels.
• Ability to learn aircraft manufacturing basics (hydraulic, electric, mechanic)
• Ability to learn Airbus Industries mechanical process & methods.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations and practice

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities

Required Communication Skills (Spoken, Written, Influencing, Proficiency in Other Languages)
• Have the ability to establish and maintain a good relationship with all internal customers.
• Have the ability to work in an international team.
• Must possess excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
• Must be able to present clear and concise briefings and reports to customers and executives

Preferred Communication Skills (Spoken, Written, Influencing, Proficiency in Other Languages)
• Fluency in German or French is a plus

Required Technical Systems Proficiency
• Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Preferred Technical Systems Proficiency
• Knowledge of Airbus tools EPIQA, AVL2 and SAP is a plus

Complexity of the Role
Level of Decision Making: (Level/Impact of decision making: strategic, tactical, operational)
• Candidates should be able to work autonomously on their own scope of work under normal circumstances, and be prepared to request support and escalate appropriately in abnormal situations.

Organizational information
Is this a people manager?: No
# of Exempt Reports:
# of Non-Exempt Reports:

Nature of Contacts

Involved communication on a regular basis with internal parties only

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type:

US - Direct Hire

Experience Level:

Entry Level

Remote Type:

On-site

Job Family:

Manufacturing Engineering <JF-MA-ME>

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