Insight Global is seeking an Advanced Planning Engineering Leader for a large client located in Summerville, South Carolina. This individual will be responsible for guiding a team of engineers for the manufacturing processes of sub-assemblies and finished product for a designated manufacturing area. Focus on achieving key product indicators including safety, cost, quality and delivery. Manage continuous improvement projects and determine root cause of production issues. Work is of the technical nature where independent judgment is used and decisions are made within the limits of general practice policies. Works with minimal supervision.
Essential Functions:
Provides leadership and direction to a group of manufacturing engineers/technicians
Reviews and analyzes production, quality control, maintenance, and operational reports to determine root causes of problems
Develops work methods and standards
Develops and maintains process flow diagrams and PFMEA plans
Establishes and maintains certification requirements for appropriate machinery (eg. Work instructions, CVRs, initial production training sign-offs)
Keeps management team informed of progress, developments and pending problems
Implements lean manufacturing practices such as 5S, Kanban, poka-yoke, visual management, 1-piece flow
Utilizes structured problem solving tools e.g. A3, 5Y, 8D, Ishikawa, PDCA, Six Sigma DMAIC, Shainin, etc.
Leads cross functional teams to support all aspects of manufacturing
Develops goals/objectives and defines metrics to measure performance to the goals for their engineering group
Establishes yearly targets and KPIs for group. Maintains regular reporting structure for targets and goals to be tracked and communicated. Participates in plant business planning process
Supports plant-wide commitment to meet all International Standards ISO/IATF16949, ISO 14001, VDA, etc.
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5-7 years of experience in an automated or semi-automated manufacturing environment with demonstrated leadership experience
Bachelors of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering
Knowledge and understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes
Knowledge of materials and methods of manufacturing
Ability to interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and drawings
Knowledge of electro-mechanical systems
High level of analytical ability where problems are complex
Understanding of manufacturing processes
Familiar with friction welding, balancing, and paint processes
Familiarity with SAP R/3 enterprise system
Demonstrated proficiency with standard Office applications including Word, advanced Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.