- Location
- Irapuato Assembly, Mexico
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Source
- Workday
Description
We open up your world with every drive
Would you like to work on the development of roof systems for future car models together with some of the market leaders in the automotive industry? Inalfa Roof Systems is a world leading supplier for OEM automotive roof systems and still growing strong. Are you ready to grow with us?
Drive the organization towards the goal of technical excellence in the areas of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement. Plans, organizes and controls all tasks associated with the accomplishment of lean manufacturing objectives. Develop plans in the areas of packaging, facility development, and labor studies. Provide technical guidance and ensure state-of-the-art techniques and manufacturing processes are utilized in all production activitiesYour Main Tasks and Responsibilities Are:
- Plan and direct activities concerned with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement.
- Conduct the necessary time studies to ensure that labor standards remain accurate and up to date.
- Develop work elements and establish takt times for all processes/work elements in the manufacturing process.
- Continuously identify areas where cost savings can be achieved through labor reduction or process improvements.
- Maintain up to date drawings for manufacturing facilities.
- Plan and develop facility layouts for future business and/or expansion.
- Conduct the necessary studies and provide the required information on new manufacturing facilities.
- Develop the proper methodology for container movement within the dock area, warehouse, and within the manufacturing plant.
- Approves packaging designs that adhere to ergonomic guidelines and ensures proper line presentation.
- Ensures all process design and development activities optimize manufacturability through DFM/DFA analysis, and cross-functional team feasibility studies.
- Development of equipment plan by considering value added labor content, appropriate automation level, ergonomics and human factors, operator and line balance, storage and buffer inventory levels.
- Support manufacturing by effectively addressing all process related issues.
- Training of production associates and quality engineers for new/ changed processes and process controls.
What Do We Expect From You:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Extensive knowledge of Kaizan and Lean Manufacturing practices.
- Knowledge in various assembly processes and how material flows in and out of the process.
- Knowledge of machine design, sensors, pneumatics, electrical, and machine controls.
- Ability to conduct time studies on assembly processes and the knowledge to interpret the results to make sound decisions.
- Knowledge in various types of packaging containers and material.
- Knowledge in quantifying financial information.
- Knowledge in ergonomics and human movement as they relate to processes, material flow, and packaging.
- Understanding of laws and safety regulations and how they affect operators and equipment.
- Understanding of logistics, warehouse flow, and transportation of material. (Domestic and International)
- Knowledge of various facility designs along with all the mechanical and electrical systems within a facility.
- CAD skills and knowledge.
- Ability to work as a cross-functional team member.
- Ability to work with customers on various proposals.
- Must be fluent in English
What can you expect from us?
- Savings Fund.
- Food Coupons.
- Medical Insurance.
- Life Insurance.
Our Core Values are One Inalfa, Ownership, Ambition and Progress.
WE ARE IN IT TO WIN IT!
Does this sound interesting to you? Don't hesitate and submit your application today.