ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

• Apply statistical methods and perform mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes, staff requirements, and production standards.
• Create and maintain Value Stream maps for new products.
• Develop Production line Yamazumi, Standard Work, and Work Combinations
• Maintain plant layouts for new product launch, process changes, work flow updates, and any changes related to equipment movement, WIP and FG movement, and raw material storage.
• Maintain plant five year layout plan showing phase in and phase out of all products.
• Maintain capacity plans for press, roll form, assembly, and any internal processes. Analyze and report these plans to production and management to ensure proper capacity is available.
• Work with PC and/or Purchasing to develop internal and external packaging standards, including size and QPC’s. Optimize to work with production line constraints and to maintain proper inventory levels.
• Work with PC to optimize internal logistics flow for new and existing products.
• Develop internal racking systems for new products.
• Perform time studies and audits of production lines to confirm cycle times and to improve efficiency.
• Implement Kaizen projects to improve material handling, logistics, and operator efficiency.
• Generate reports on projects including continuous improvement and new product release status.
• Complete IE responsibilities for PIR’s for all new projects.
• Draft and design layout of equipment, materials, and workspace to illustrate maximum efficiency, using drafting tools and computer
• Develop manufacturing methods, labor utilization standards, and cost analysis systems to promote efficient staff and facility utilization
• Study operations sequence, material flow, functional statements, organization charts, and project information to determine worker functions and responsibilities. Value analysis and value engineering ideas

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in related discipline, and preferred with three (3) plus years’ experience in related field
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Certifications such as Green Belt or Black Belt preferred
• Have experience working with integrated computer programs and/or applications.
• Have strong communication, administrative and organizational skills, and the ability to coordinate multiple projects and programs.
• Be able to pass all background checks and pre-employment tests, including any required drug test.