Production System Manager

Using his / her lean experience, candidate will coach and support the management team in the application of SES methodologies and tools. Through his / her active participation on the shopfloor, will provide training and coaching to plant personnel at all levels of the organization., * Report to plant manager and co ordiate with division and corp SES managers to develop knowledge of corp standards and best practices.

• Act as a champion and leader for SES principles inside the plant.
• Transfer their lean knowledge and experience to plant team through shopfloor improvement activities.
• Additional functions not specifically outlined in this position description as directed by the leader.

Continuous Improvement/ Lean Support/ Development

• Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Support plant problem solving teams to ensure the production of quality parts and a safe working environment.
• Identify and assist in implementing cost reductions on the shop floor.
• Develop and sustain supervisor, team leader and team member training and development.

Launch

• Utilize lean tools to map the process and provide inputs to sales team as needed on machine utilization, space and labor requirements
• Develop standardized work standards and line balancing for new programs along with manufacturing engineers
• Participate in regular launch team meetings and ensure lean guidelines are followed
• Continuously challenge maturation activities and identify opportunities to reduce maturation time.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Minimum 3, preferably 5 years of lean (Toyota production system) implementation experience at a production facility
• Experience in applying lean (TPS) tools to improve plant / site performance required.
• Working knowledge of various lean tools like std work, MIFC, SMED, pull system, Kaizen, Hoshin etc.
• Bachelors degree in engineering / supply chain management field required.
• Good interpersonal skills and training skills. Experience in training teams on lean methodologies ad leading Kaizen
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Travel is occasionally required, up to 10% of the time.