Summary
Together with the Operations team, this position develops optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards; recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls.
Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Carries out process improvement, problem resolution, project management;
- Reviews, identifies and improves manufacturing processes and methods for cost-reduction, quality yield improvement and efficiency via multiple methods such as the formal change control process;
- Manage the OPEX system for the Malta site and maintain all communication channels to both the site management and other local and global colleagues.
- Manages New Product Introduction transitions from design to production coordinating manufacturing launch plans, establishing goals, training team members and evaluating results;
- Deploying Lean Methods to facilitate events and driving Productivity Initiatives to transform targeted areas;
- Driving a medium and long-term culture change in the local site aimed to identify and implement a Kaizen culture via the continuous improvement process of waste identification and reduction through the best utilization of assets;
- Manages product specific trials upon request;
- Performs research, design and development of manufacturing processes including production flow, assembly methods and production equipment;
- Prepares and presents plans for the above and coordinates deployment including training of team members;
- Approves PPOF (Passport Order Form) and FO (Factory Order);
- Delivers through a comprehensive, systematic, and documented approach;
- Locally compiles and approves numbering and perforation configurations and delivers job manifests as per customer requirements;
- Represents the Malta site on cross-functional teams;
- Reviews technical specifications, quantity and type of material to allow issue of purchase orders. These would include: paper, inks & plates (if applicable), threads, covers, e-chips etc.
- Supports operations management goals in improving a system of production control, standard operating procedures, safety, quality control and training;
- Identification of process change priorities, create / manage a list and priorities of the highest impact improvement areas;
- Demonstrate meaningful and measurable results in reduced cycle time and lowered production cost;
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, this individual must serve as a technical leader, advising the team, generating new ideas, and implementing solutions. This individual may work with direct and indirect staff, subject matter experts across multiple functions and disciplines, and be accountable for results. This individual must demonstrate an understanding of key process and equipment issues and their relevance to the product or project. This individual must demonstrate a proficiency in project management and change management.
Demonstrate a proficiency in the following:
- Change management process capability; predictive, planning and follow-through;
- Excellent organizational, collaboration, and interpersonal skills;
- Project Management skills
- Problem Solving and analytical decision maker;
- Process driven approach;
- Strong communicator;
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to work on multiple priorities at once;
- Work in a fast-paced environment.
Education and/or Experience
- 3-5 years of Manufacturing Engineering Experience;
- Bachelors Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering
- Experience working with Lean Manufacturing tools and methodologies;
- Experience in analyzing Statistical Process Controls and Techniques;
- Green / Black Belt 6 Sigma certification desired.
Language Skills
- Ability to effectively communicate in the English language, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to read and interpret technical journals, specifications, international technical standards, etc.
Computer Skills
- Proficient in MS Office applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
- Familiar with operating systems, such as Windows, etc.
- Ability to learn different systems required for executing the QMS (for example Test Track Pro, Agile, Oracle etc).
Customer Expectations
Support operations on a day to day basis to meet production requirements in the most efficient manner while using lean and sound documented process methods.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Employee works primarily in an office environment, within a well ventilated area, and is exposed to moderate noise levels.
Work Requirements
- Compliance to all relevant policies and procedures related to Quality, Security, Safety, Business Continuity, and Environmental systems.
- Travel and fieldwork, including international travel may be required. Therefore, employee must possess, or be able to acquire a valid passport.
- Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which you are hired.
