Evaluates and develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; designing, researching, modifying, and testing methods and equipment; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; and soliciting operator input.
Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished-product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes.
Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements.
Partners with Maintenance to support equipment uptime and reliability; following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures; requesting special service.
Manages productivity and performance data through data mining, data modeling, data analysis, cost/benefit analysis, process mapping and problem analysis
Act as a change agent in the organization by driving change and implementing continuous improvement processes, while utilizing and improving existing methodologies.
Apply lean manufacturing principles and tools (e.g., value stream mapping, Kaizen, 5S, Gemba walks, root cause analysis) to identify and implement operational improvements in partnership with production and support functions.
Support NORD's North American satellite facilities through CI support, best-practice sharing, or layout/process input.
Coordinate input for GAM (Global Assembly Management) meetings to share best practices globally and oversee operations scorecard completion.
Responsible for Facility layout updates, documentation, and change coordination.
Maintains product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
On-time, within budget, completion of assigned projects
Support of plant safety objectives and proactive safety engagement
Support of quality, cost, productivity, and delivery performance targets.
Responsible for any additional duties and tasks as directed by his or her supervisor.