.At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.- JOB SUMMARY:- This position will evaluate and work on improving utilization of equipment, materials and personnel to improve efficiency of manufacturing operations utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling, production equipment and systems capabilities, assembly methods, quality control and corporate standards.- ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:- Responsible for driving initiatives to improve Safety, Quality, Productivity, Delivery and Overall Efficiency- Analyzes work force utilization, facilities layout and operational data, such as production costs, process flow charts and production schedules, to increase efficiency and reduce waste.- Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements, process improvements and potential capacity improvements.- Develops, implements and standardizes across all the production areas and product lines standard work measurement for labor utilization.- Responsible for creating detailed line balance analysis, identifying and working to close the gaps on all areas in need of improvement.- Responsible for creating and driving standardized work.- Identifies opportunities such as reorganizing workflow, relocating equipment, and purchasing of equipment to optimize the manufacturing process.- Responsible for driving Lean, Industrial Engineering processes.- Works closely with Packaging, Materials and Production planning group to document and implement kitting methods, in plant material transportation and line side presentation that enables the right part at the right time in the right quantity.- Responsible for coordinating the training of manufacturing, support personnel and updating standard work when implementing new process.- Assists the Operations and Manufacturing team with the development, justification, and execution of long-range plans to meet plant objectives.- SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EDUCATION:- BS / MS degree in Industrial or Process Engineering- 3-5 years manufacturing experienceTechnical Skills:- PFMEA development and assessment- Proficient in MTM / MODapts or equivalent (predetermined motion time system)- Direct and indirect labor analysis and planning- Process analysis - takt time v
