About Metalsa: We are a global company with 60 years of experience in the automotive industry, we manufacture safe and sustainable products for people around the world. We are working for a better future where we enrich communities every day by being committed to people, innovation, and our planet. If you have what it takes to accelerate Metalsa’s vision of future mobility, we want you to join the team! For more information, visit metalsa.com

Mission / Objective: Logistics Continuous Improvement Specialist

Design and implement an effective material handling system that ensure parts are delivered on time to Production processes in a standardize way by using Lean Concepts / Implement a Containers Management System.

Essential Functions and Key Accountabilities

· Meet Proeza Internal Control Policy and Metalsa´s KPIs and MOS guidelines. Submitting and track Suppliers Monthly Scrap recovery formats.

· Follow Quality System updating and implementing work instructions. Tracking and validating all action plans are closed at 100%.

· Design and implement material flow. Defining quantity of inventory to be held at each point of use / defining containers and QPC for each part / Defining equipment needed to move parts from one point to another. / Documenting worksheets and standard work for each team member and operation. / defining routes and delivery frequency. / Making time study and determination people needed. Work with Project team to ensure implementation on new project it´s aligned with area strategies.

· Define and Improve packaging, handling and storage equipment and labeling for current and new programs.

· Document Material Information Flow from Suppliers – Customers.

· Work with Material Planners and Production Control team members to define lot sizes and define quantity of material handling and storage equipment, containers needed for each part.

· Track and Update QAD and PFEP. On QAD: Min / Max, Period orders, transit times, QPC. PFEP: Lead time, QPC.

· Validate implications on packaging due to Engineering changes.

· Implement a Containers Management System. Track containers damaged and repairs (quantity/cost). Track inventory of containers onsite and with suppliers.

· Work with Cycle Counters in order to develop improvement projects based on data and problems with Materials Control.

· Develop Improvement Projects that helps to increase business profitability, support and implement KANBAN Systems, participate on Kaizen shop, Work with other areas on Problem Solving Methodology

Academic and Experience

· Bachelor’s degree in engineering field or equivalent preferred

· 3-5 years of experience as Material Planner preferred

· 3-5 years of experience as production control and materials experience preferred

· Experience in QAD system or a similar inventory tracking systems required

· Capable of interfacing with suppliers and customers required

· Automotive or Heavy Industrial Experience required

· Proficient Knowledge of Problem Solving Methodologies

· Proficient in Microsoft Suite

· General TS 16949 knowledge

· TPS Knowledge (experience preferred)

· Ability to lead, work in, and participate in a team

· What is in it for you?
As part of the Metalsa team, you will benefit from great compensation and benefits package!

Health & Wellness:

• Discounted gym membership

· • Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays

· • Excellent Benefits Plan!

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance
• Paid Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

· Financial Health:

• 401(k) Company Matching

· • Advancement Opportunities & Training Programs

· Perks:

· • Discounts

· • Casual attire dress code

· • Employee Engagement Events
Learning:

· • Robust annual tuition reimbursement

· • Access to continuous learning platforms provided

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $45,582.70 - $54,895.29 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• production control: 3 years (Preferred)
• QAD: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person