This role will research, design and develop optimal, cost-effective processes and methods in accordance with specifications and quality standards using LEAN principles.

Essential Job Functions:

Research, design and develop optimal, cost-effective processes and methods in accordance with specifications and quality standards using LEAN principles.

Support SQDC and participate in Rapid Improvement Events.

Prepare facility layouts as needed.

Provide technical support/solutions to manufacturing processes.

Conduct time studies of production to develop standard work for production cells and to create and maintain SOPs.

Process Engineering Change Orders (ECO�s) for new and improved products.

Manage moderate to large capital projects including writing capital requests and installation of new equipment.

Monitor quality discrepancies, identify trends and investigate quality problems and implement corrective actions.

Develop and maintain SOP�s and Standard Work for assigned operations.

Interfaces with Product Engineering, Logistics, Operations and vendor.

Performs work that varies in difficulty while applying fundamental concepts, practices and procedures under supervision with limited responsibility.

Order tooling and fixtures needed in assigned department.

Resolve quality issues including field complaints, warranty issues and defective parts.

Work with Procurement to conduct make/buy analysis for all new parts.

Prepare cost estimates for Accounting.

Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

��������� 2-5 years engineering experience in a manufacturing environment required.

��������� Demonstrated knowledge of high mix/volume manufacturing methods, procedures and cost reduction techniques using Lean manufacturing tools: including 6S, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, Pull Systems, Cellular Manufacturing and Kaizen events.

��������� Knowledge of fabrication and machining required.

��������� Demonstrated effective decision making skills are required

��������� Demonstrated ability to work well with others required.

��������� Must possess strong effective verbal and written communication skills.

��������� Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite required

��������� General mechanical experience maintaining equipment required.

��������� General organizational and time management skills.

��������� Possess a basic knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.

��������� Strong knowledge of AutoCAD and SolidWorks preferred.

��������� 1+ years of experience in a lean/continuous improvement environment preferred.

��������� Ability to take initiative and anticipate needs, work independently with minimal guidance.