General Responsibilities:

• Lead the launch of new products in the manufacturing process.
• Collaborate with Product Engineering to review component and end item prints for manufacturing feasibility.
• Develop quotes and specifications for new equipment and tools; write Capital Budget Requests.
• Redesign equipment and tooling to improve efficiency, lifespan, or reduce overall costs.
• Conceptualize fixtures and tooling; work with designers and toolmakers for fabrication and tryout.
• Oversee the layout of new cells or modification of existing cells for new product launches.
• Develop and maintain Production Validation Plans, Flowcharts, PFMEAs, Control Plans, Process Sheets, and all documentation required for AIAG PPAP compliance.
• Conduct Measurement System Analysis on new or changed equipment and ensure annual recertification as required.
• Support troubleshooting, corrective action, and maintenance for equipment and fixtures during launch and daily operations.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for internal and external customer concerns.
• Ensure documentation complies with ISO/TS 16949 standards.
• Apply Advanced Design of Experiments, Statistical Process Control, and Root Cause Analysis as needed.
• Train and mentor hourly operators and new hires on process steps and operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Preferred experience with Friction, GMAW, and MIAB welding processes.
• Experience with Prop shafts and High-Speed balancing operations is a plus.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Minitab (or other statistical software).
• Demonstrated leadership in using the APQP process for successful launches, ensuring on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Utilize the Plan, Do, Check, Act disciplines for continuous improvement and meeting commitments.
• Strong team-oriented leadership skills, working with Hourly Operators, Product Development, Maintenance, and Material Planning and Logistics to develop optimal and efficient process designs.
• Proficiency in the 8D problem-solving approach for understanding root cause and implementing corrective actions.
• Excellent technical and interpersonal skills for effective customer interaction.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Electrical preferred).