Description:
- Work with platform team members in order to develop and implement new product costs, layouts, flow charts, assembly equipment, work instructions, operator training,etc.
- Estimate mold & assembly costs (hrs/pc)
- Develop standard data utilizing stop watch, M.T.M. &/or M.O.S.T. methods analysis & standard evaluations
- Maintain & continuously update ergonomic standards on equipment & workplace layouts
- Participate in design reviews
- Actively participate in “lessons learned” and apply to new programs
- Actively participate in design and process F.M.E. A.’s
- Review facility utilization (i.e. presses, welders, leak testers, etc.) with Manufacturing to establish capacity & capital requirements
- Develop packaging for both purchase parts & finished goods. Set up new components in system & revise Bill of Material
- Adhere to PCP/PDP procedures & complete all documentation in a timely manner
- Identify & implement cost reduction ideas. Review all team-initiated cost savings and document actual vs. planned savings on a regular basis
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
The successful candidate will have completed a University degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent.
Experienced in an automotive manufacturing facility; plastic molding & assembly is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
We have a preference for an individual who has:
- M.T.M. Blue Card &/or proficiency in M.O.S.T. work measurements systems
- Solid experience with Lean manufacturing principles
- Practical experience with Ergonomics and PDA ( physical demands analysis )
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, including GD&T.
- Dynamic communication/inter-personal skills.
- Fluency in English is mandatory. Bilingualism is an asset (German, Spanish)
- Highly organized and possess good decision-making skills.
- Must have demonstrable technical presentation skills.
- Superb computer literacy, including SAP, MS Office
- CAD experience is preferred.
- Willingness and ability to travel as necessary.
- Working knowledge of ISO14001 and IATF 16494 standards, as applicable to the position.
- Facility planning and line balancing principles