Job Description Summary
Responsible for Process Engineering activities and productivity improvement initiatives. Lead, Coordinate, Coach & Mentor Lean Coordinators for higher performance with effective execution rigor.
Engineering associated with the manufacturing process. Accountable for the quality of own work. Subject to direct operations supervision/prescribed work instructions/systems checking. Executes within a well-defined operations framework. There is generally a step by step sequence of standard operational tasks which need to be followed to achieve an end result.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
- New product Introduction supporting initiatives:
- Calculate takt time for new products based on forecasted volumes.
- Plan production loading in line with forecast demand and available capacity.
- Determine the number of workstations required based on product takt time.
- Prepare process flow charts for products.
- Develop process layouts according to production volume requirements.
- Plan and validate process-related facilities for assembly, including tools, fixtures, material handling equipment, bins, and trolleys
- Process Improvement initiatives:
- Standardize work through the development of work instructions and standard work documents.
- Prepare lift plans to ensure smooth and efficient product movement.
- Improve assembly line capacity using Lean manufacturing tools and techniques.
- Lead and coordinate Kaizen initiatives across assembly lines.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement corrective actions.
- Capacity planning:
- Plan assembly line capacity based on forecasted demand and implement productivity improvements to meet customer requirements.
- Conduct cycle time studies and ensure effective line balancing.
- Prepare product-wise Value Stream Maps (VSM) for assembly processes.
- Expertise skills:
- Drive 5S, Standard Work, and Daily Management initiatives across the factory.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless process integration.
- Train employees on new technologies, procedures, and best practices.
- Manage projects related to process improvement and facility expansion.
- Collect and analyze data to support process improvement decisions.
- Possess strong knowledge of cycle time studies and process mapping.
- Have hands-on experience in Lean manufacturing, line balancing, and layout changes.
- Demonstrate sound knowledge of advanced manufacturing processes, especially assembly operations.
- Monitor capacity utilization and prepare MIS reports for process performance.
- Prepare process documentation such as work instructions, and control plans.
- Facilitate and train operators on process changes, projects, and ECNs.
- Understand Design for Assembly, low-cost automation, and improvement initiatives.
- Coordinate and lead vendor management, including raising Purchase requisition for assembly related tools and equipments.
- Have knowledge of tool selection, jigs, and fixtures.
- Ensure engineering designs and specifications are accurately documented.
- Support deployment of plant Lean strategy.
- Contribute to the digitization of manufacturing processes.
- Knowledge on ISO documentation.
- Educational Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college
- Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics Engineer with a minimum of 8-10 years of Experience in Industrial engineering and Lean Manufacturing.
- Experience of leading teams in earlier roles.
- Knowledge of assembly manufacturing functions and exposure to quality, engineering, lean and testing, or engineering processes.
- Good analytical skills and a systematic approach to narrowing down technical issues.
- Desired Characteristics:
- Assembly Experience
- Team player and should work independently.
- Good in Presentation, Communication, Analytical, Leadership skills
- Self-starter/learning and ability to navigate through the organization with ease.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
