Industrial Engineer

Magna

Industrial Engineer optimizing manufacturing processes for Magna Exteriors. Responsible for driving cost optimization and efficiency initiatives across multiple projects.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeTroy • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Lean and MAFACT Principles to drive operational improvements and cost optimization in manufacturing environments. Proven ability to lead projects, analyze processes, and implement solutions that enhance efficiency, safety, and productivity.

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Lean PrinciplesMAFACT PrinciplesProject ManagementIndustrial EngineeringLogistics KPIs

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Hard Skills

Cost AnalysisMaterial HandlingInventory ManagementProcess ImprovementQuality Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsLeadership SkillsCoaching and Mentoring

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EngineeringSupply Chain ManagementContinuous ImprovementOperational ImprovementSafety Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support divisions to accelerate cost optimization through application of Lean / MAFACT Principles
Responsible for multiple projects, contributing knowledge, performing analysis, developing solutions, justifying investment, and managing implementation projects
Integrate systems with processes, provide training, and measure results
Focus initiatives on improving current process efficiency, material flow, labor productivity, Failure Cost of Quality, safety and space utilization
Provide support and project-based leadership to divisional management teams during periods of plant underperformance, critical launches, special projects, and resource shortages
Utilize improvement and analysis methods, conducting workshops with plant personnel to understand current processes and challenges
Define and manage multiple operational improvement initiatives concurrently
Document and present logistics solutions to divisions and senior leadership for review and agreement
Schedule and perform annual assessments at all North American manufacturing plants
Monitor progress of improvement plan implementation at each manufacturing plant
Develop, update and modify MAFACT / World Class Manufacturing training material as required
Lead efforts and drive positive influence Divisions to incorporate new concepts into existing systems
Participate in and support Continuous Improvement initiatives as identified and requested by Divisions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum completion of bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or related fields, Supply Chain Management or Logistics
Minimum 5 years of related professional experience in a manufacturing/distribution environment
Minimum 5 years’ Experience in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering
Demonstrated success in driving medium to large scale capital projects to improve material handling, inventory storage and retrieval, machine setup and utilization, product/service quality, safety, and information management.
Experience in various manufacturing departments or support team (i.e. Maintenance, Automation) will be considered an asset.
Knowledge of logistics KPIs, cost analysis and labor standards
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with individuals at all levels within and outside of the company
Excellent project management skills
Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor and build effective teams
Strong degree of initiative and sense of judgement
Ability to travel frequently (>75%) within North America and some trips in Europe
Valid driver’s license

Benefits

Comp & perks

Engaging and dynamic environment
Support and resources for employees
Wide range of development prospects