Roles & responsibilities:
* lead continuous improvement projects and activities such as new line or facility start-up and facility design.
* lead value stream mapping (vsm) of operations to identify improvement opportunities
* run structured technical problem-solving investigations and utilize data driven analysis to provide recommendations and solutions to achieve improvement.
* support optimization of manufacturing line layouts to implement lean process flows throughout
* use lean six sigma (lss) methods to provide data driven recommendations and solutions to implement improvement
* create dynamic models of the production system to deliver improvements
* support large building or multi-cell layout changes. May lead layout changes of moderate size with minimal oversight
* perform strategic analysis and communicate findings effectively to various levels of management. This may include assessing long-range capacity forecasts from analysis to recommendations and justification for facilities, equipment, and/or manpower requirements for new or sustaining product ramp
* evaluate operations and identify improvement opportunities, utilizing data analysis and metrics to build a business case, and deliver on execution. Monitor operational metrics including labor hours, wip levels, and productivity, analyze data for trends, and collaborate with process owners to improve.
* review and analyze work cell layout, process flow, material flow, etc. Assess best practices. Recommend cost-effective solutions for improving the utilization and efficiency of personnel, equipment and/or physical space. Lead projects that will result in improved costs and/or enhanced quality.
skills, experience, education, & training:
* minimum bachelor's degree required in industrial or mechanical engineering or related discipline
* minimum 4 years minimum of applicable manufacturing or production systems engineering with complex electromechanical manufacturing
* lean six sigma experience, preferably lean six sigma green belt
* strong verbal communication and group presentation skills required.
* software knowledge and skills related to statistical analysis
* general project management skills.
* ability to lead small to moderately sized change management initiatives.
* proven ability to manage many projects concurrently and in a timely fashion.
* advocating for lean manufacturing programs within the manufacturing operation.
* track record of owning and driving changes of medium scope and working with quality systems essential
* minimal travel required (<10%).
* advanced data analysis skillset (e.g. Tableau, vba, r, etc.) preferred.
* simulation modeling experience (e.g. Simul8, arena, etc) preferred.
* experience working in medical device manufacturing and knowledge of industry regulations preferred.
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