What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Process Engineer position at Honda North America?
Logistics Process Engineer
Location: East Liberty, OH
Grade: EX1, CL3
What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda
Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it's a joyful one. We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals.
At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success. We strive to be a company which serves as a source of "power" that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize "the joy and freedom of mobility" by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a "zero environmental footprint."
We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team.
If your goals and values align with Honda's, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future!
About this Position:
The Supply Chain Management Operations Department is responsible for the oversight, standardization and technical leadership of the internal material handling operations at the Honda automobile powertrain and final assembly sites across North America. Specifically, the Local Process Engineer position is responsible for engineering and executing the internal logistics flow of parts through a specific Honda plant to the production line. This position will be responsible for the development and design of internal material delivery processes. Must be comfortable working and communicating with stakeholders. Candidate will develop business solutions to support operations through process analysis, time studies, work balancing, etc. Industrial Engineering and systems knowledge or experience required.
Responsibilities include:
* Use knowledge and experience to continually improve efficiency and effectiveness of tasks within area of expertise. Execute activities / tasks to achieve strategic objectives.
* Generate options for process improvements based on department business plans and budget targets; make daily decisions related to your area of expertise based on business need.
* Lead design, and implement process design and improvements by utilizing engineering tools (MOST, AutoCAD, QMF, Excel, etc.) Actively support / participate in project team activities related to significant business innovation; develop and execute activities / tasks to achieve objectives of business team.
* Demonstrate solid base of technical knowledge in day-to-day operations with understanding of process and system tools. Display understanding of how business works in daily activities and how your role impacts business.
* Maintain assigned process design through daily maintenance, process audits, and continuous improvement. Ensure all process related documentation is completed in the standard format, stored in the proper location, and communicated to all of the appropriate parties.
* Respond to production issues when the engineering of the process needs addressed using demonstrated problem solving ability, problem identification, root cause analysis, countermeasure identification, and situation analysis study.
Who we are seeking:
Required Work Experience:
* 4 years experience if no degree in related field
Required Education:
* Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering
Desired skills:
* Knowledge of basic inventory management and manufacturing workflow
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Strong organizational skills.
* Ability to prioritize tasks and work with limited direction.
* Ability to troubleshoot complex problems in a team-based work environment.
* Consistently identify opportunities for continuous improvement
* Collect data and apply business knowledge to solve a range of problems
* Effectively lead project themes
* Effectively sell ideas, securing buy-in from individuals or team
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Additional Position Factors:
* Broad understanding of parts flow, logistics, delivery system, and manufacturing flow.
* Design and utilize analytics for daily / monthly team reports.
* Strong Analytical skills utilizing Excel / other software.
* Project management experience or capability.
* Ability to lead meetings and Unit level themes.
* Good presentation skills.
* Ability to multi-task.
* Reliable and flexible.
At Honda, you will play a key role in our journey to become a company that society wants to exist now, and in the future. Your endless curiosity will drive innovation and your courageous spirit will challenge the status quo. We believe having a workforce made up of diverse thinkers and innovators makes us a better Honda. Respect for each other and respect for diversity each and every day drives our associates to contribute at the highest level and work effectively in a team environment. We make the dream of mobility a reality with our innovative and high-quality products. Together, we Bring the Future to our customers, associates, and communities. We are Honda!
What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice?
Total Rewards:
* Competitive Base Salary
* Annual Bonus
* Overtime Pay
* Associate lease car program with a cost
* Industry leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
* Paid time off, including vacation, paid holidays, sick time, personal days
* 401K Plan with company match additional contribution
* Relocation assistance (if eligible)
Career Growth:
* Advancement opportunities
* Career mobility
* Education reimbursement for continued learning
* Training and Development programs
Additional Offerings:
* Wellbeing program
* Community service and engagement programs
* Product programs
* Free drinks onsite
Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.
