Production Engineer - Manufacturing

DIRECT HIRING!

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
> Drive Continuous Improvement Initiatives – Lead efforts to identify, analyze, and implement improvements to the production process, focusing on reducing waste, enhancing efficiency, compliance with system requirements, and increasing overall productivity.
> Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) – Lead systematic investigations into production issues or inefficiencies, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence, with a focus on long-term process stability and operational excellence.
> Implement Lean Manufacturing Principles – Champion the application of Lean methods such as 5S, Kaizen, and value stream mapping to streamline operations, reduce waste, and enhance workflow efficiency.
> Optimize Process Performance – Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and utilize data-driven analysis to identify
bottlenecks and implement corrective actions for consistent operational improvements.
> Enhance Equipment Efficiency – Collaborate with production teams and other departments to reduce downtime and quality issues, to improve
> Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) through line balancing and quick changeover techniques.
> Facilitate Cross-functional Improvement Projects – Work closely with engineering, quality, and operations teams to identify and solve operational challenges, leveraging both RCA findings and continuous improvement opportunities

Tasks:
> Lead root cause analysis (RCA) investigations to address new and recurring production issues, ensuring that findings are documented, and corrective measures are implemented effectively.
> Conduct basic time and motion studies to optimize production processes, reduce cycle times, and eliminate non-value-added activities.
> Conduct a review of procedures, guidelines, and other reference documents and ensure that production complies with the system requirement.
> Ensure system integration by keeping process data, such as machine rates and process times, up to date for operational accuracy and visibility.
> Develop and standardize troubleshooting guidelines to ensure rapid resolution of production issues and maintain smooth operational flow.
> Develop training materials and lead continuous improvement and RCA workshops to foster a culture of operational excellence and problem-solving among production staff.
> Perform other tasks/activities assigned by immediate superior.