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Form of workJOB SUMMARY:The Industrial Engineer position comprises a balance of technical expertise in data/metric analysis with a strategic drive to create customer value through process improvements, cost reduction and product improvementJOB RESPONSIBILITIES:* Key organizational resource, requiring daily interaction with all levels of the organization in which you support* Provide timely and relevant metrics to VSM and Director* Active participation in identifying production flow issues stemming from work sequencing, task/line balancing, tooling/equipment constraints, and manpower allocation/training* Create and automate delivery of KPIs such as Efficiency, DCI & Overtime.* Application of standard hours through use of appropriate models, tools and methods to assure time standards are appropriately applied to produce new parts/assemblies* Develop learning curves and actual hour projections for new programs; analyze actual performance and makes necessary process improvement recommendations* Analyze and makes recommendations regarding production facility arrangements for improvements to production capacity, manufacturing flow, new model incorporation, and strategic work transitions; maintains current production area layouts and equipment locations per defined process standards* Analyze and solve production flow issues stemming from sequence of work, balance of tasks, tooling/equipment constraints, and manpower allocation/training* Gather, analyze, and summarizes production process data for their use in valuing and prioritizing process continuous improvement opportunities; utilize Lean/CI methodologies to lead, implement, and track improvements* Drive development and/or installation of direct and indirect labor standards and methods. Track labor, efficient manpower utilization and line balancing* Control and management of work center configuration settings for SAP Capacity Planning* Assist in the preparation of cost development model* Value stream mapping, network mapping and associated gap analysis* Implement methods for improving worker efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities such as restructuring job duties, reorganizing workflow, relocating workstations and equipment, and purchase of equipment.* Utilize Simulation modeling software to identify and alleviate capacity constraints and improve product cycle times* Provide Capacity Planning and Headcount modeling to assist in identifying pending gaps in manpower and associated resources* Software* Proficiency in SAP, AutoCad, Microsoft Office (Excel & Access), Simulation software* Intermediate knowledge and use of CATIA, Coding and Programming software.EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:* Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or relative fieldQUALIFICATONS:* Strong interpersonal skills, ability to develop positive relationships and influence across all levels of the organization is essential.* Effective presenter with demonstrated experience pulling together concepts and solutions in a succinct and clear manner* Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-disciplined environment, handling various tasks and changing priorities, while maintaining a high attention to detail and accuracy* Independently identify and lead significant impact projects and programs. Identify areas of need, recommend and guide company process improvement strategies* Demonstrated analytical and practical problem solving/process improvement experience and familiar with the Lean Tool Set application* Bias for action and ability to shift processes and priorities quickly* High intellectual horsepower to quickly bring together concepts, data, and manufacturing practices* Stays up to date with technology and changes in the industry to ensure that new opportunities are incorporated into existing processes.* Highly proficient in use of Microsoft Office software, including Access, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job.
They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
