Missão
· Perform long lead or front end engineering for logistics processes which includes estimating automation, surface area, docks and equipment requirements.
· Support program team with special studies for cost justification.
· Present the station readiness plan to steering committee and to the customer.
· Present the logistics and station design to the core launch team which will include product, engineering, industrial engineering and operational team members.
· Lead simulation and bottleneck analysis to identify improvement opportunities and eliminate constraints.
· Provide direction to Station Design, Manufacturing Engineering, and Quality teams to implement design and process improvements.
· Lead or participate in continuous improvement (Kaizen) workshops and lean manufacturing initiatives.
· Track and report launch metrics including cycle time adherence, first-time quality, downtime, and throughput performance.
· Support pilot builds, tool try-outs, and process validation during pre-production phases.
Perfil
Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related discipline) or relevant work experience in logistics engineering for high volume manufacturing companies.
· 5 years of experience in an automotive manufacturing or assembly environment.
· Proficiency in using AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel for line layouts and analysis.
· Experience with warehousing and material delivery strategies including automation and AMR
· Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Skills
· Experience supporting vehicle launch, retooling, or model change programs.
· Experience with external logistics methodologies.
· Working knowledge of throughput simulation and material flow optimization.