Industrial Engineer II - Beaverton, MI

This position is responsible for development, maintenance and improvement of work standards management utilizing industrial engineering tools and WCM problem solving methodology. During all activities this position will utilize, establish and/or maintain validated standards working in the Industrialization Engineering team utilizing proper change control and within proper approvals.

Typical job activities include the evaluation and improvement of manufacturing processes. Implementing methods to drive quality control and the reduction of waste. Improving productivity through process/procedure and tooling improvements. Development and implementation of standardized work instructions. Leading of improvement projects to improve production efficiencies, reduce waste, improve material flow, standardize the elements of work and to develop and maintain time standards. Skillsets should include project management, time studies, ergonomics, station & plant layouts, PFDs, VSMs and PFMEAs.

Areas of focus will include compounding, extrusion, assembly, molding, and packaging. All projects will require a mindset with the safety and quality of our employees and customers in focus.

This person should have a proven high level of analytical ability to manage data. They should have the ability to apply lean manufacturing to developing systems and instructions with history of demonstrated success using time studies, 5S, Six Sigma / WCM principles.

This role will require an in-depth knowledge of our products/processes, the soft skills necessary with working in a team, and the project management abilities to define, execute, and complete a variety of projects/tasks. Some tasks may include (but are not limited to): Change Orders, Validations (raw materials, equipment, parts and processes), Tech Transfers, and Process Improvements.

This person will work with internal and external customers to design, coordinate, implement and maintain site processes and products. This person will execute and manage projects for technology transfer between Saint-Gobain sites and potentially externally.

This role will work with functional teams as leader to specify, design, procure and implement equipment / process / tooling that is in compliance with equipment specifications, meets IOQ, OQ & PQ process / product validation requirements. Manage and troubleshoot activities related to customer complaints and maintain routed standards.

Promotes a safe working environment, complies with proper use of PPE, reports incidents, and participates in functional department safety meetings. Exhibits good environmental practices and procedures consistent with job(s) performed and EMS (Environmental Management System) requirements.

Other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions:

• Development & Maintenance of work standards based on elements of work and work instructions based on process families
• Continuous improvement projects dealing with industrial engineering time studies, flow improvement investigations, and development of development of work element standardization
• Trouble shoot processes and problems for areas of responsibility. Plan and conduct experiments on current production processes and engineering improvements to characterize process windows.
• Implementation of equipment. Creation, review and implementation of IOQ/OQ/PQ validations for equipment and processes.
• Special projects - working with other engineers, focus factory, and manufacturing engineering.

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Biomedical, Materials or Chemical Engineering discipline; required.
• Master's Degree in Industrial, Biomedical, Materials or Chemical Engineering or similar; preferred.
• 3 or more years of progressive work experience and project management &/or industrial engineering; required.
• 3 or more years of being proactive in problem solving with demonstrated proficiency in applying WCM/6 tools.
• 3 or more years of experience in manufacturing operations; preferred.
• Management of complex projects - ideally technology transfers; required.
• Able to lead work to completion where interactions with cross functional groups such as industrial engineering resources, production workers, improvement teams, Quality, Validations, and Customer(s) are required to be effective; required.

Saint-Gobain's innovations touch almost every major industry around the world. Within its Life Sciences division, teams are solving critical problems for customers who are getting life-saving medical devices to the frontlines of healthcare, discovering essential medications, and nourishing and connecting the world through consumer, industrial and electronics applications. As one of the world's leading producers of high-performance polymer products, we improve lives by making simple experiences better and being there in life's critical moments.

Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, we've learned working together makes good ideas, great ones.

With a legacy dating back more than 350 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths.

Every team member is encouraged to develop and leverage their unique expertise and strengths to make the greatest impact on the company and our end users. At Saint-Gobain, you're empowered and equipped with countless opportunities and resources for professional development. You will find the support you need to create a vision and roadmap for your career, and make that vision a reality.

Join Us at Saint-Gobain Life Sciences. Together, we'll create a better life.

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Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.

• Health and Wellbeing - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
  
  
  
  • Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
  • Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
  • LiveWell Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
  
  
  
  
• Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
  
  
  
  • 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
  • Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
  • Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
  
  
  
  
• Additional Benefits - Helping shape the experience and impact you want
  
  
  
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Group Legal
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Auto and Home Insurance
  • Pet Insurance and Discounts
  • Back-up Child & Elder Care
  • PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
  
  
  
  

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.