Integrate new vehicle models and or variants into existing facilities partnering with product design, the operations teams, or other sectors of operations. Ensure successful ramp up and long- term sustained production through responsibilities in the facility layout, equipment needs, tools and other infrastructure in advance of launch. Leads the development of assembly process flow, build sequence and logistics strategies to optimize for direct labor, quality, safety and other KPIs. Evaluate and ... more details
Essential Functions of the Job:
- Integrate new vehicle models and or variants into existing facilities partnering with product design, the operations teams, or other sectors of operations.
- Ensure successful ramp up and long- term sustained production through responsibilities in the facility layout, equipment needs, tools and other infrastructure in advance of launch.
- Leads the development of assembly process flow, build sequence and logistics strategies to optimize for direct labor, quality, safety and other KPIs.
- Evaluate and improve where necessary takt times then implement line re-rate projects based on that new information. Provide personnel requirements in relation to production operations beyond study.
- Collaborates with technical writers to find constructive collaboration between technical information and production work instruction needs where applicable.
- Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements, researching testing methods, and conferring with equipment vendors to assure instructional competencies.
- Challenge assumptions that are not backed up by a thorough engineering evaluation when necessary.
- Monitors operations with an eye toward improving productivity and efficiency.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops.
- Perform other related duties, as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s):
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Takes initiative.
- Relevant technological knowledge
- Ability to lead and work independently.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to read complex prints.
- Ability to draw conclusions from troubleshooting abstract data.
- Experience with interfacing with production and engineering personnel.
- Skills with 2D Cad (AutoCAD)
- Skills with 3D Cad (Creo)
- Understanding of lean manufacturing
- Understanding of ergonomics
- Project management skills
- Knowledge of GMS and safety systems to ensure compliance.
Education and Experience:
- BS degree or AS with equivalent experiences.
- Knowledge of engineering, mechanical and electrical drawings.
- Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic mechanisms as applied to construction type equipment.
- Proficiency with standard business software packages including MS Excel, MS Word, and MS Outlook. Experience with MS Access and Adobe is a plus.
- Standard business software packages.
- 5 years’ experience in the Manufacturing Engineering field.
In addition to competitive wages, Gradall offers a generous benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, as well as a 401k Retirement Plan with a company match.
Please apply today!
Gradall is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
