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Description

Duties and Responsibilities

+ Participate on the APQP team and complete assignments in a timely and accurate manner.

+ Constantly implement continuous improvement activities that drive waste and cost from the manufacturing processes.

+ Implement tools and techniques that mistake proof (Poka-Yoke) operations and increase the quality output of the process.

+ Suggest and implement new and advanced processes/equipment to increase safety and productivity.

+ Analyze hourly job duties for ergonomic issues. Attempt to minimize manual material handling and repetitive motions.

+ Support the implementation of CE’s on plan for time and cost.

+ Conduct problem solving and documentation through the application of Lean Manufacturing principles and scientific techniques like 6-Sigma.

+ Conduct time studies and keep BOM’s and routers accurate and up to date. Use the data to focus activities on areas with the largest financial return.

+ Write and implement technical work instructions for complex processes/parts.

+ Support the development of timely cost estimates for new business opportunities as needed.

+ Participate on Kaizen teams as required.

+ Responsible for providing error-free work to all internal and external customers as related to the output of the position.

+ Develop professional expertise by maintaining contacts in the industry. Continue to develop depth of knowledge by studying innovations and changes in their specific field.

Skills and Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering, or equivalent experience.

+ Four years of applicable work experience.

+ Working knowledge of lean principles and of Six Sigma methodology.

+ Proficiency in MS Word and Outlook.

+ Must be able to communicate both orally and effectively with various members of the organization.

+ Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

+ Speak, write, and comprehend conversational English.

Physical Requirements

+ Ability to lift 20 lbs. as needed.

+ Ability to bend, stand, climb, twist and stoop for extended periods of time.

+ Ability to perform sedentary work including sitting for extended periods of time.

+ Ability to operate standard office equipment.

+ Have good vision of 20/30 with corrective lenses.

+ Ability to maintain coordination of hand and finger movements to grasp and manipulate objects with precision.

+ Travel as needed to accomplish desired results. Overnight travel may be required occasionally.

Subject to environmental conditions that occur indoors and outdoors which includes but is not limited to exposure to changing temperatures, loud noises, vibration from use of equipment and the following:

+ Hazards: Variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.

+ Atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin – fumes, odors, dust, mist, gases or poor ventilation.

+ Oils: there is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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