Industrial Engineer- Union, SC

Job description

Industrial Engineer - MP&L JOB SUMMARY Reporting to the Supply Chain Department, this role is responsible for supporting material flow, logistics engineering, packaging optimization, and launch planning activities for new product introductions. The position leads MP&L-related engineering analysis, PFEP development, material flow design, warehouse and lineside presentation optimization, and launch readiness activities. Additionally, the role coordinates, tracks, and reports project status utilizing Gestamp's program management tools (GPCS, Teamcenter, Ariba, and others) while supporting Program Managers on key launch initiatives. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Mainly accountable for GPCS/Ariba to coordinate/monitor new product launches. 2. Utilize Teamcenter for project tracking of PCP task completion, customer milestones, and internal KPI compliance. 3. Support internal team for project-specific master data. 4. Schedule & host meetings with Program Management teams to review the status of MP&L topics/open issues. 5. RFQ development/Purchasing & Program Manager interface. 6. Create PRs/GRs/VIM invoices in Ariba. 7. Reporting: Purchasing finance program status. 8. Ordering, reporting & logistics coordination of launch trial material to tool shops and to GSC. 9. Material cards (Logistics portion) 10. Create and maintain packaging instructions for all programs. 11. PFEP (Plan for Every Part) / Pack BOM for all programs 12. Container/rack management 13. Oversee WIP container design, approvals & purchase. 14. WIP Rack reuse planning 15. Blank Pallet management & purchase 16. Create & report on delivery timing and budget status. 17. Launch Warehouse set-up & management (EC / FIFO) 18. General Material flow and lineside presentation for series production 19. Coordinating all freight requirements for material/equipment as needed. 20. Tracking all freight topics to ensure on-time delivery. 21. Coordinate with purchasing for all trial material purchases & tracking. 22. Optimize material flow, organize, and minimize warehouse footprint. 23. SAP Supplier set-up and BOM support including BOM upkeep & material masters. 24. Plant layout planning support. 25. Support Program Managers with needed data & detail for customer project status reporting. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 1. Bachelor's degree (or bachelor's equivalency), or equivalent combination of education and experience. 2. 3-5 years of Automotive-related experience in Program Launch, MP&L lead. 3. Experience with creating and managing PFEP and product launch timelines. 4. Experience on Team Center PLM, PJM, CAD, and TCM Modules preferred. 5. Computer Skills with familiarity with Project, Word, PowerPoint, and Complex Excel Spreadsheets