Provide oversight and direction on product transfers, new product development programs, Lean Six Sigma process improvements, and the standardization of manufacturing processes across Vertiv plants.
Coordinate the development and enforcement of global manufacturing standards and technology leadership.
Primarily provides oversight and direction (as outlined above) for the Large Infrastructure and Solutions GBU North America plants, products, projects, and processes.
**Responsabilities**:
- Adhere to established manufacturing procedures and provide direct support for plant-to-plant product transfers and new product development programs.
- Support Vertiv manufacturing operations using standard processes, equipment, and manufacturing methods.
- Identify and justify Advance Manufacturing key processes and equipment.
- Provide support for manufactured cost analyses of new and existing products.
- Assist in the development and release of standardized manufacturing documentation such as workmanship standards, work instructions, drawings, and BOMs.
- Implement best manufacturing practices for existing processes and provide multi-site manufacturing engineering support.
- Oversee the development and execution of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma projects for Vertiv manufacturing facilities.
- Research and lead new manufacturing technologies and practices.
- Coordinate cross-plant problem-solving teams to improve operating performance and meet business objectives.
- Assist with business-critical capital projects including facility planning, layout, and cost justification.
- Develop and implement manufacturing plans for new products.
- Technical Advisor for Vertiv manufacturing facilities.
- Specify manufacturing process capabilities and develop Process FMEAs to improve product manufacturability and quality.
**Requirements**:
- PC working knowledge (MS Office, PDM system, CADD, Minitab)
- Facility or Production Line Layout development (using AutoCad or equivalent)
- Strong Mechanical aptitude
- Knowledge of assembly and fabrication processes
- Knowledge of Design tools, methods, and new technologies
- Skill in vendor analysis and negotiations
- Strong communication skills to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization
- Effective use of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma process improvement tools.
- Preferred: Material Requirements Planning proficiency (ERP/MRP software)
- Preferred: Experience supporting manufacturing of system-level Configured products (containing controls and an HMI)
- Preferred: Experience compiling and submitting Capital Appropriation Requests (CAR's)
- Years of experience: 3-5 years
- Education:
Minimum
BSME/IE/Business Operations Management and 5+ years manufacturing experience
Preferred
MSME/IE/MBA and 3+ years manufacturing experience
Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma formal training or certifications.