What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Flow Process Engineer position at PACCAR?
PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines andalso provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.
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Kenworth Truck Company is the manufacturer of The World's Best heavy and medium duty trucks. Kenworth is an industry leader in providing fuel-saving technology solutions that help increase fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. The company's dedication to the green fleet includes aerodynamic trucks, compressed and liquefied natural gas trucks, and medium duty diesel-electric hybrids
The Material Flow Process Engineer provides process improvement support to Material Handling, Receiving, and 3rd party sequencing partners to meet material flow improvement targets as well as plant SQCDME (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Morale, and Environment) objectives.
* Through the use of lean concepts (5S, standard work, visual management, etc.), identify and execute material flow process improvement projects.
* Represent Materials on plant kaizen events and support initiatives to improve part presentation to Production through kitting, sequencing, and small part tugger delivery.
* Lead projects to improve material warehousing efficiencies that enable more reliable and repeatable material delivery processes.
* Improve material unloading efficiencies and dock door utilization through the creation of scheduled receiving window times and other process improvements.
* Reduce material shortages by supporting inventory accuracy improvement initiatives.
* Understanding/experience working with warehouse management systems.
- Other duties as assigned.
* Bachelor's degree required
* Strong communication skills with shop floor associates as well as management
* Creative problem solving skills are critical to this position's success
* Sound influencing skills
* Detail Oriented & Data Driven
* Robust Mathematical Skills
* Ability to prioritize and manage multiple open projects/tasks
* Functional skills in Microsoft Office
* Functional CAD knowledge and experience
* Demonstrated use of Lean tools is preferred
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must meet physical requirements of the position with or without accommodations.
Tests to determine qualifications will be given to candidates.
Bachelor's Degree required
PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.