Jad Elsaghir

Industrial Engineer · Metro Detroit

Jad Elsaghir

I am an Industrial Engineer focused on solving operational problems through data-driven decision making, Lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement.

Currently, I support General Assembly operations for the Jeep Grand Cherokee. My work centers on labor analysis, line balancing, workstation redesign, time studies, and cross-functional process improvement.

I am also pursuing an M.S. in Industrial & Operations Engineering at the University of Michigan, with interests in manufacturing systems, operations research, risk analysis, healthcare operations, and process optimization.

Professional Experience

02

Stellantis

March 2026–Present

Industrial Engineer

General Assembly · Jeep

  • Implemented Lean continuous improvement initiatives across 18 General Assembly teams, partnering with production leadership to optimize workflows and resolve operational bottlenecks
  • Delivered over $800K in annualized cost savings by executing Lean manufacturing initiatives, including line balancing, time studies, workstation redesigns, material waste reduction, and supplier cost optimization
  • Managed 10 cross-functional projects spanning manufacturing, maintenance, tooling, logistics, and suppliers, driving workstation relocations and process changes that reduced waste and improved line efficiency
  • Led extensive time studies, labor analyses, and workstation evaluations to eliminate bottlenecks, recover 2–3 seconds per production cycle, and support continuous improvement across high-volume vehicle assembly

Mayo Clinic

August 2024–August 2025

Clinical Scientist

Clinical Microbiology & Clinical Operations

  • Analyzed high-volume operational data supporting over 800 daily diagnostic tests while identifying workflow improvements that enhanced throughput and operational performance
  • Developed data visualizations and process analyses that reduced turnaround time for patients by 12 hours, improving operational efficiency and supporting executive decision making
  • Used quantitative analysis to identify process inefficiencies, reducing operational waste by 12% and generating approximately $150K in annual savings

Education

03

May 2024

B.S. Biology, Health, and Society

University of Michigan

Research

Involvements

  • Founder & President — Pre-Health Research Enterprise Program
  • Co-Educational Chair — Pay it Forward
  • Mentor — NAAMA NextGen
  • Community Service Chair — Lebanese Student Association
  • Member — Nu Rho Psi National Honor Society in Neuroscience

Recognition

04

  • 2024 Nu Rho Psi Undergraduate Symposium — Using the Auxin Inducible Degron (AID) system to understand tissue-specific longevity signaling in C. elegans
  • 2024 University of Michigan Undergraduate Research Symposium — Using the Auxin Inducible Degron (AID) system to understand tissue-specific longevity signaling in C. elegans
  • 2023 EMBO Workshop Proteostasis: From Translation to Degradation — The Influence of Epigenetics on Proteostasis: Investigating the Mechanistic Interaction Between H3K4me3 and HSF-1
  • 2023 PACCAR Research Day — Redox-Regulated Histone Modifications and Longevity Pathways in C. elegans
  • 2022 Arab America Foundation 20 Under 20 Awardee

Coursework

05

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Graduate Coursework

TO 605 Manufacturing & Supply Operations

Examined the strategic design and management of manufacturing and supply chain systems, with an emphasis on production planning, inventory control, capacity management, and Lean operations. Applied analytical models and data-driven decision making to improve operational efficiency, quality, and responsiveness across manufacturing environments.

IOE 421 Work Organization

Studied organizational theory and its application to the design and improvement of work systems through case studies, experiential learning, and real-world projects. Explored organizational structure, culture, leadership, power dynamics, and change management strategies to improve organizational effectiveness.

IOE 491 Project Management

Explored modern project management methodologies for planning, executing, and controlling complex engineering projects. Applied tools such as work breakdown structures, scheduling, critical path analysis, resource planning, risk management, Agile principles, and stakeholder communication to successfully deliver projects within scope, schedule, and budget.

IOE 561 Risk Analysis I

Developed quantitative methods for analyzing uncertainty and supporting engineering and business decision making under risk. Covered probability models, decision analysis, utility theory, simulation, Bayesian methods, and risk assessment techniques used in industrial and operational systems.

IOE 539 Safety Engineering Methods

Learned systematic approaches for identifying, evaluating, and mitigating occupational and industrial hazards through engineering controls and risk assessment techniques. Emphasized accident prevention, human factors, safety management systems, reliability analysis, and regulatory compliance in complex work environments.

IOE 424 Industrial Engineering Practicum

Worked in multidisciplinary teams on an industry-sponsored engineering project, applying industrial engineering methods to solve real operational challenges. Integrated data analysis, optimization, Lean methodologies, technical communication, and stakeholder collaboration to deliver practical, implementable recommendations.

CEE 565 Energy Technology & Policy

Examined the technical, economic, environmental, and policy dimensions of modern energy systems. Evaluated conventional and renewable energy technologies alongside energy markets, climate policy, sustainability, and regulatory frameworks that influence long-term energy planning.

Quantitative Foundation

Established the mathematical and analytical foundation necessary for advanced engineering and operations research. Covered quantitative modeling, probability, statistics, optimization concepts, and analytical problem-solving techniques for complex systems.

MATH 214 Applied Linear Algebra

Studied matrices, vector spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, and systems of linear equations with applications to engineering, optimization, computer science, and data analysis. Developed computational techniques for solving high-dimensional mathematical and engineering problems.

MATH 116 Calculus II

Extended differential calculus through advanced integration techniques, applications of definite integrals, infinite sequences and series, and introductory differential equations. Emphasized mathematical modeling and problem-solving for engineering and scientific applications.

MATH 215 Multivariable & Vector Calculus

Investigated functions of several variables, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, vector fields, and line and surface integrals. Applied vector calculus concepts such as Green's, Stokes', and Divergence Theorems to engineering and physical systems.

EECS 183 Programming Concepts

Developed a strong foundation in computer programming using object-oriented design, algorithms, data structures, debugging, and software development principles. Built programs that emphasized computational problem solving, abstraction, testing, and code organization while introducing engineering applications of programming.

Projects

06

Operations consulting · Metro Detroit

02

  • Founded 02 to bring Lean manufacturing and industrial engineering to Metro Detroit small businesses
  • Identified over $10,000 in estimated annual savings through workflow analysis, process mapping, and root cause assessments
  • Built assessment frameworks for labor optimization, waste reduction, and standardized processes

Work with 02

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Demand forecasting · Small business operations

Shift

A local dashboard that turns daily coffee shop sales into practical prep plans, helping operators weigh the cost of leftovers against missed sales.

  • Import sales CSVs with Toast-compatible column mapping, or enter daily sales manually
  • Forecast seven-day sales and plan prep around waste costs, stockout costs, and batch sizes
  • Compare forecasts with a weekday-average baseline and download daily prep sheets

Local prototype

Built with Python and JavaScript. Runs locally with sales and settings saved in the browser.

Areas of Interest

  • Lean manufacturing
  • Continuous improvement
  • Industrial engineering
  • Process optimization
  • Operations research
  • Manufacturing systems
  • Healthcare operations
  • Supply chain
  • Data analytics
  • Operational excellence