Industrial Engineering Lead

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Job Description The Industrial Engineering Lead at GM Bedford GPS provides technical and leadership direction for industrial engineering across the plant, with a strong focus on die casting and machining operations . This role partners closely with production, maintenance, quality, and HR/LR to implement lean manufacturing systems , improve throughput, and ensure standardized work and manpower plans support both current operations and future programs. What You Will Do (Key Responsibilities) Plant Industrial Engineering Leadership: Serve as the primary IE leader for Bedford GPS, setting direction for industrial engineering strategies that support safety, quality, throughput, and cost objectives. Provide day‑to‑day guidance and indirect leadership to plant industrial engineers; coach team members on methods, tools, and GM Global Manufacturing System (GMS) standards. Lead IE participation in site capacity planning, people‑power planning, and productivity improvement plans. Lean Systems, Throughput & Productivity: Develop, recommend, and implement changes that improve manufacturing processes, labor utilization, and product quality in casting, machining, and assembly areas. Analyze thro...