What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Engineer I position at Fenner Precision Polymers?
Industrial Engineer
Basic Scope/Purpose: (The job’s primary purpose or contribution to the department or organization.)
The Industrial Engineer (I.E.) will provide leadership in the improvement of industrial processes by applying Lean Manufacturing Methods. The I.E. will apply benchmarking techniques to document and increase best practices throughout Fenner, Inc.
Principal Accountabilities: (The job’s essential or most important functions and responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
· Project Management
o Lead site-level improvement projects for cost reduction, increased revenue and profit growth within assigned area
o Complete Time Studies and Critical Observations to Identify Opportunities
o Use statistical analysis tools to test and validate project solutions
o Develop Cost-Benefit Analyses for Project ideas and present to Upper Management
· Lean Process Implementation
o Work to develop optimized flow and facility efficiency using Lean principles
o Implement and Maintain 6S Processes and Controls within assigned area
o Use Process & Value Stream mapping tools to highlight waste
o Support Kaizen, SMED, and Bib Tool Events across Fenner
· Process Standardization & Control
o Support and Maintain the development of Production targets and goals
o Develop and drive data collection processes to prioritize improvements
o Create Standard Work Instructions
· Business/Operations Analysis & Progress Plan
o Work closely with Production/Operations Managers to identify improvement opportunities.
o Complete analysis on monthly financials to track and control improvements
o Support development and execution of progress plan for assigned sites
o Support Operations in achieving critical business objectives and monthly KPI’s
· Training/Skills
o Pursue Study of Six Sigma Green Belt
o Complete Michelin Industrial Progress Basics Training
o Build connections and relationships with Michelin Groupe Industrial Progress network
· Daily Progress Initiatives
o Support and monitor site-level production reporting
o Complete Root Cause Analysis for out-of-control processes
· Other duties as assigned
Career Progression Opportunities: (example: junior or senior levels)
Education and/or Relative Experience: (The level of education and/or experience needed to successfully accomplish the essential duties of this job.)
· Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university; or four years of manufacturing experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to:
· Have good organizational skills, problem solve, strong interpersonal and team working skills in a cross-functional environment, effective communication and presentation skills, ability to work in multiple computer systems and programs, and may require some travel.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations (The licenses, certificates or registrations that are required to perform the essential duties of this job.)
· None Required
Environmental, Health & Safety Accountabilities: (The level of safety accountability needed to successfully accomplish the essential duties of this job.)
· Learn and follow EHS policies, rules, and work instructions
· Attend required EHS training
· Wear the required PPE at all times
· Take personal responsibility for keeping yourself and your co-workers and visitors free from injury by participating in and/or conducting risk assessments, work place inspections, corrective actions and safety observations
· Report incidents, near miss, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts and other hazards in the work place. STOP WORK when imminent danger is present
· Maintain work area in a neat and orderly fashion and keep equipment in proper working condition.
