Humanetics is a high-tech global industrial technology group. We engineer extraordinary safety, digital, and sensor solutions for critical environments to put humans at the heart of industrial design. We are the pioneers of crash test dummies and a leading provider of virtual simulation software, integrated crash test systems, precision sensors, specialized fiber optics, and laser-based material engineering. Our highly specialized solutions are used in the development of every car on the road today, space missions, guidance systems, operating theatres, biomedical devices, haptic surgery, energy generation, semi-conductor chip manufacturing, and many applications at the cutting edge of human innovation. Our sensor and measurement capabilities create data from critical environments and deliver precision tools to enable customers to answer critical questions and empower decisions that drive performance. When we innovate, humans thrive.
Role Purpose: The Director of Manufacturing Engineering and Continuous Improvement is responsible of managing the manufacturing engineering team and for the development, planning, scheduling, and budgeting of Cl projects to enhance existing processes for cost saving and increased efficiencies to meet newly established operational cost-saving targets.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
Work with key business stakeholders and the global continuous improvement team to build processes and a manufacturing environment focused on creating value by identifying and delivering service improvement activity across all inputs/outputs into Safety's operational business through employing process improvement methodologies and the application of innovative thinking.
Team & Team Performance
Provide leadership to managers, experienced professional staff , and associates to develop a strong and effective global continuous improvement team.
Provide positive and objective coaching/mentorship of team members.
Establish SMART performance and development goals for each direct report based on performance evaluations.
Assess the strengths and weaknesses of manufacturing engineering and continuous improvement team and manage the team accordingly.
Drive a clear focus on accountability, teamwork , and operational excellence.
Ensure efficient communication across functional teams for any trends, drivers, and takeaways in a clear and concise manner.
Reporting
Develop a site improvement plan for each Safety Division facility by evaluating the efficiency of existing.
business processes and implementing manufacturing and continuous improvement. process solutions designed to meet business units ' operational cost-saving targets.
Provide support to the management team in the application of Cl methodologies and tools , ensuring active participation and training of the shopfloor personnel.
Identify trends and process variations as part of establishing a continuous improvement monitoring system.
Review and d efine a clear timeline and execution plan for observations and define a cost-saving plan for the short term---three , s ix, and 12 months--- and long-term 1-3 years .
Implements an d streamlines CSI system and reporting to support more efficient queries related to production.
Ensure the business impact and project objectives/dependencies are id e ntified , reported on quarterly, and priorities are always managed
Elicit requirements and drive process change using staff interviews, document ana l ysis, requirements workshops, surveys, site visits, business process descriptions, business analysis, and workflow analysis.
Actively monitor project risks to foresee/identify potential problems and proactively identify solutions to address in advance.
Culture
Promote a culture of continuous improvement through rigorous root cause analysis , improvement initiatives, and the application of Lean tools and techniques.
Leading by example and supporting the team to perform all job functions in a safe and healthful manner, abiding by all health , safety, and environmental rules .
Creates a positive work environment that promotes positive energy, creativity, and teamwork among associates by demonstrating open communication and sharing functional and technical knowledge.
Establish clear team norms and expectations.
Business Performance/Process
Lead and facilitate LEAN/process improvement-based workshops to drive ideas and solutions.
Support the delivery of better value and greater efficiency through the identification and elimination of unnecessary complexity within the sales to operations , design engineering to operations, and operations to customer business processes and the identification of better ways of working.
Mentor members of production department management and the hourly workforce as required on principles of TQM and DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve , Control) to ensure the success of planned continuous improvement projects in key departments.
Assist in the development and implementation of a ---best-in-class continuous improvement strategy.
Take ownership of change initiatives from evolution/efficiency identification through to project delivery via internal governance and controls.
Work with other team members and business services departments to devise new support material based on the revised processes, including training, reporting, and systems enhancements.
Comp l ete post-implementation reviews to ensure successful delivery has been achieved and to ensure that improvements can be made for future projects.
Identify significant business risks and escalate them to the appropriate leadership teams.
Proactively identifies opportunities for sales process improvement when interfacing with operations. Works closely with sales management to review the sales process for accuracy and for total value stream im provement.
ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES
Target, Track and Report out on a Cl Plan for Safety Division designed to deliver an annual reduction in operating expenses (to be defined on an yearly basis)
Be an active change agent within his site by cultivating a Cl mindset and lean manufacturing c oncept.
Transform an ineffective suggestion program into an effective employee-empowered quick and easy kaizen idea implementation system.
KPl's
Cost per Unit
Contribution Margin per Product
OEE
Other Significant Role Requirements:
Excellent time management and problem-solving skills are required to drive Cl objectives.
Excellent understanding of continuous improvement concepts including Six Sigma, Lean, value stream mapping
Experience in hands-on implementation of continuous improvement programs and Lean solutions
Implement focused improvement teams, machine operator training, and OEE (Overall Equipment Efficiency) requirements for tracking equipment downtime, efficiency, and quality issues.
Strong analytical, project, and product management skills, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret business needs and translate them into operational requirements
Must be able to lead an organization successfully by coordinating policies, people, and resources.
Supervision: Directly manages a support staff made up of manufacturing engineers, industrial engineers, and administrative coordinators.
Customer Focus: This is a highly visible position with a critical impact on the company's future. Internal and external contacts include all levels of employees within the company, division management, consultants, and other professional business contacts within the industry. External contacts are key to the effective execution of the objectives of the company. Frequently these interactions will involve extremely complex, emotional and sensitive issues. Success in this area is vital for the development of the existing and future business.
Critical Competencies:
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification ; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.
Written Communication - writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style t o meet needs; presents n umerica l data effectively; able to read and interpret written information .
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedu r es; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time ; supports organization's goa l s and va lu es; benefits organization through outside activities; supports affirmative a c tion and respec t s diversity.
Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently; sets goals and objectives.
Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's in mechanical, electrical or industrial engineering (or related field), with a minimum of 10 years of proven continuous improvement analytical experience from a s imil ar ro l e, including project management and busines s analysis required.
Required Lean Six Sigma Green Be lt , Six S i gma Black belt certification preferred.
Certified Business Process Leader (CBPL) or MS in Industrial Engineering or Business Administrator preferred.
Ability to set up , facilitate and l e ad service improvem e nt w i th a range of busines s stakeho l ders (incl. Experience of process / value stream mapping).
Pr o ficient in the u.se of Microsoft Office, including Proje c t, V i s io , Word , Ex c el, Out l ook, and PowerPoin t
Experience in designing or implementing a framework of c ontinu o us improvement in a globa l organiz a tion.
E x perience in designing remediation plans to addres s productivity and efficiency i ssues, and track re co rd o f following through to ensure closur e.
E x p e ri e n c e of the who l e proj e ct life cycle , ab l e to operate in the initi a l con c eptual design st a g e, in th e depths of system t e sting , and at each stage in betw e en.
At Humanetics, privacy and information security is a critical feature of our corporate culture and is the responsibility of all employees.
Humanetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer
Job Details
Job Function Indirect Labor
Pay Type Salary
