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JOB DESCRIPTION:
This position is responsible for the design, implementation and continuous improvement of work cells in assembly or machining according to KPS standards.
Essential Functions:
Responsible for implementing process/machine improvements leading manufacturing to improve cycle times, equipment down time, OEE, FTF, etc.
Provide expert support for manufacturing cells during critical or repetitive equipment breakdowns.
Provide expert support for NPI’s and New work cells.
Creates standards to properly deploy initiatives related to manufacturing, best programming practices, printing on demand, serialization, traceability, error proofing systems, etc.
Provides manufacturing and/or automation guidance to define, design and launch new lines.
Designs and implement mistake proofing devices in the production floor. Ability to judge current systems to make the business case and improve or replace them.
Develops and prepares capital projects to implement process improvements.
Stops assembly lines and creates alternatives along with a multifunctional team if; Products Quality or Safety is compromised.
Knows and communicates the need for product safety.
Influence technological changes in manufacturing for ACU.
Identifies new manufacturing technologies and ensures the site is up to speed in regards training and knowledge.
The employee has the authority to stop the production line, when he/she notices that the product has a quality problem or defect.
Perform all those activities that by the nature of the position are required
Management & Supervisory Responsibilities:
Reports to plant, lead or site engineering Manager.
Job is NOT directly responsible for managing other employees. Co-ops or students may report to this position. Temporally, Manufacturing Engineers and Controls Engineer may report to this position.
This position can temporally attend a power base if designated by the supervisor.
Knowledge:
Time and motion study and improvement, work balancing
Failure mode and effect analysis
Expert in automation systems (Design, built, improvement)
Design for maintenance focus.
Expert in programing (AB, Labview,Siemens), focus on improving existent programs to make them more effective/safer/faster.
Measurement systems analysis
Instrumentation expert
Mechanicall Engineering
Problem solving and Six Sigma methodologies
Error Proof Systems.
DMAIC methodology
Data analysis and problem solving
Advanced knowledge for Pneumatics and electronics
Experience:
Demonstrated experience in equipment problem solving and improvements, automation, equipment integration, pneumatics, electronics, maintenance and mechanical engineering.
Skills:
Hands on
Teamwork
Adaptability & Flexibility
Strong communication
Technical Influence
Problem solving, ability to convert trends or data into solutions
Creativity
Time management
Leadership
Product knowledge
Education/Certifications:
BS degree in Engineering (ME, MET, EE, EET) required
Greenbelt Certified preferred
Bilingual English and Spanish a must
What does Bendix have to offer you? - Work-life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off - Vacation Premium - Major medical expenses - Christmas Bonus - Life insurance - Educational assistance program - Wellness program - Saving Fund - Pantry Vouchers - Personal Days Paid - Permits paid for: Marriage or Death of a direct relative - Attendance Bonuses - Cafeteria Subsidy - Subsidy for prescription glasses - Medical service in plant - Recognition Programs - Gym