Series Planning Engineer.

Review new product design implications through the ???Change Management System??? to evaluate process impact and provide feedback on process time analysis and investment requirements.Support the development of production-compatible components and manufacturing processes in cooperation with Research & Development (R&D), central planning, and manufacturing process areas. Participate in product reviews for model changes located at the Mercedes Benz Technology Center in Germany (overseas travel required).Ensure planning and preparation of assembly processes while coordinating logistics functions and supply processes. Performs statistical quality control. Reviews and implements all VA/AA and Q-Release quality requirements measures using the controlled documentation guidelines in new product and series. Develop work procedures and instructions for production processes.Develop and implement plans to consistently increase productivity and decrease production costs.Review line targets in area of responsibility, and prepares plans and workshops to improve and support target KPIs set by the plant leader.Identify wastes in production processes, and implements improvements using Manufacturing Production Systems (MPS) and Lean Manufacturing principles and concepts.Prepare and manage materials, equipment, and information resources to plan processes. Support the identification and resolution of manufacturability topics related, but not limited to the following: Product/process design & development, process planning, capacity planning, process documentation (i.e. work instructions), human factors, ergonomics, and safety.
Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Skills:
Experience working at Mercedes-Benz in the product and/or pre-production environmentExperience with Lean Manufacturing, Automotive Manufacturing Systems, and Six Sigma Design and MethodologyExperience implementing "Work standardization" Knowledge of system applications such as MTM analysis, AM Supply, Engineering Client 3D drawings, Proplan/Difa planning systems, and/or DialogGerman language skills
Education:
Bachelors
Experience:
1-4 years
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree: Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
A minimum of 3 years relevant professional experience in: Engineering in a manufacturing
Ability to communicate technical information on a regular basis, both verbally and in writing
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint)Skilled in project management
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Effective presentation skills
Good decision making and problem solving skills
Detail-oriented
Project/Contract in Vance, AL 8/24 to 12/25

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