Job Role Overview
The Production Operations Specialist will support the production environment by evaluating manufacturing processes, designing and conducting research programs, and applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials.
Main Responsibilities
* Evaluate production activities through data analysis to identify opportunities for improvements in productivity, material flow, safety, quality, and cost.
* Implement key elements of Efficiency Enhancement, such as Standardized Work Instructions, Value Stream Mapping, and Process Improvement Initiatives.
* Conduct time studies and audits to validate and adjust labor estimates to reflect actual costs.
* Work with suppliers to determine product specifications and evaluate products according to quality standards and specifications.
* Facilitate and/or lead cross-functional teams to drive efficiencies and eliminate non-value-added activities.
* Collaborate with design engineering to ensure manufacturability and proactively identify opportunities for improved manufacturability.
* Provide shop floor feedback on product design and manufacturability issues to Engineering and Design For Manufacturability (DFM) teams.
* Document and track all cost savings and process improvements against targets.
* Evaluate Quality data and implement improvement activities to ensure all quality requirements are met.
* Plan and execute facility and work cell layout modifications based on planned products and workload to optimize material and product flow.
* Develop, design, justify, and implement appropriate production tools, equipment, and other assets to maximize labor efficiency and reduce total cost.
* Support estimation function by providing estimates of direct labor and raw material costs as required.
Key Qualifications
* Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Industrial / Manufacturing Engineer or Operations Manager in a heavy/industrial manufacturing environment.
* Previous experience in development of fixtures & Jigs.
* Familiarity with Fabrication, Welding & Assembly processes.
* Experience in developing & monitoring Labor Budgets, EVA analysis.
* Proficiency in ERP system is required.
* Experience in implementation of Efficiency Enhancement Processes such as Standardized Work Instructions, Process Improvement Initiatives etc.
* High proficiency in Blueprint reading and P&ID interpretation.