Job Description:

• Perform technical studies of complex nature, conduct analysis of operations (existing or proposed).

• Prepare a report of recommendations for equipment needed and correct methods of manufacturing (including sequence of operations and detailed methodology of complex assemblies and installations as well as detail components).

• Author detailed work instructions that optimize manufacturing process efficiency and opportunity for zero defects with functional Operations Engineer.

• Author DRDI/DMT rework instructions to support effective corrective actions.

• Author MBOM in SAP/Solumina/Corridor (as applicable) to ensure all parts defined by Engineering are installed during the assembly/installation process.

• Generate make-or-buy proposals and recommend corrective actions for areas of responsibility; evaluate vendors, attend vendor negotiations, and assist in resolving problems.

• Conduct research, investigation, and analysis in connection with assigned planning or other assigned projects, to ensure conformance to requirements.

• Investigate and assist in preparing justification for equipment and facility requests.

• Perform productibility studies from engineering drawings.

• Apply statistical methods to estimate future Manufacturing requirements; make necessary computer inputs and generate data or reports as needed.

• Prioritize workloads based on schedules and needs; provide completion dates and work estimates based on available resources, past performance schedules, etc.

• Keep current on state-of-the-art manufacturing developments.

• Incorporate Lean Manufacturing Methodology into existing and future processes.

• Develop business case and present to management for process improvement approval.

• Assume the duties of the ME Group Head in his/her absence.

• Assign and review work of subordinate personnel.

• Supervise and train subordinates in work methods and procedures in the efficient and effective use of company resources to resolve work-related or quality problems.

• Lead/coordinate the implementation of projects between multiple orgs.

• Apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to manufacturing methods as a team member/leader.

• Support all Safety, Sustainability and Ergonomic Initiatives.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering or related curriculum required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• 4 years manufacturing engineering, planning, or related technical experience.

• Ensure quality policies are being practiced; make recommendations to improve quality.

• Proven knowledge and understanding of Lean and/or Six Sigma principles and processes.

• Knowledgeable of Engineering configuration requirements, tooling, quality control, plant safety, blueprint reading, and shop math.

• Ability to operate computerized equipment, such as personal computers, CADAM, CATIA, Solumina, SAP, Corridor.

• Complete understanding and experience implementing Lean Manufacturing Concepts: 5S, JIT, SMED, KanBan, VSM, One Piece Flow, etc.

• Working knowledge of Six-Sigma or other data-driven decision making experience highly desirable.

• Lean Six-Sigma Green Belt, equivalent certification, or proven experience in a Lean Six-Sigma environment highly desirable.