Lean/ CI Manager

US Farathane is seeking an experienced Lean/CI Manager. This position is directly responsible for improving / validating the effectiveness of production, and transformation processes as it relates to quality results. It is responsible for: designing and implementing systems and processes to ensure process effectiveness and documentation accuracy to meet both internal and customer requirements and maintain IATF16949 certification.

This position is also the Champion of the Plant’s Continuous Improvement system, including assisting the plant organization in cost improvements, manufacturing process improvements, and targeted deployment of Lean tools. Particular emphasis placed on systems design, waste control, controllable costs, inventory, and productivity objectives.

US Farathane has been a leading source of plastics manufacturing, supplying the automotive industry for over 40 years. Through highly technical research and development, coupled with a diverse and knowledgeable Management Team and dedicated Associates, US Farathane has continued to grow each year. We provide customers with a wide range of full-service support from black-box design concepts to highly engineered composites, TPE’s and TPO’s as well as specialized extrusion and compression technologies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead plant CI initiatives to drive improved OEE, reduced cost and manufacturing complexity.
• Lead and train on the deployment of Lean techniques and tools to reduce lead time, increase productivity and reduce unit cost; optimize raw material and finished goods working capital requirements while driving world class on-time service to customers.
• In concert with the quality team, monitor, evaluate and ensure proper corrective actions on identified issues. Utilize problem solving techniques to ensure that solutions are both implemented and verified for effectiveness.
• Ensure the retention of proper plans, records, and key performance indicators (KPI’s) for the site.
• In concert with the quality and engineering teams, drive strict adherence to the APQP process; actively support product launch initiatives.
• Drive standard work and process improvement; adopt and institute agreed upon standard work practices throughout the facility.
• In concert with the Quality team, establish, maintain, and expand systematic problem-solving and Lean skill sets of plant personnel.
• Develop and promote a team environment. Participate in the development and implementation of systems for continuous improvement.
• Use problem solving and continuous improvement methodologies to improve productivity, quality, safety, and cost reduction.
• Lead, facilitate, and/or serve on functional, plant, and CI teams.
  
  
  

Key Business Skills and On-The-Job Behaviors:

• Being Innovative & Adaptive – Challenges the status quo and generates creative solutions to work situations. Open to new ideas and responds quickly to opportunities when they arise. Interacts effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, overcomes barriers, and shows resilience in the face of adversity and failure.
• Driving for Results – Sets standards of excellence and continuously strives for measurable improvement. Holds him/herself and others accountable for achieving goals and creating a culture where appropriate risk taking is encouraged and supported.
• Focusing on the Customer – Forms active working relationships with internal and external customers by anticipating, analyzing, and responding quickly to opportunities, needs, and problems. Understands the importance of satisfying customer requirements.
• Fostering Open Communication & Teamwork – Listens well and encourages the open expression of ideas. Recognizes and accepts diverse opinions. Works with others both as a leader and as a team member towards shared goals related to business objectives. Provides resources to the team, does what is promised, shares information with team, supports team decisions, and recognizes team contributions.
• Quality and Continual Improvement – Is aware of and understands Accuride’s Quality Policy and Quality Objectives and how they affect his/her job. Contributes substantially to Accuride’s CI initiatives related to revenue enhancement, cost reduction, process improvement, waste elimination, and more. Serves on and/or leads CI teams that accomplish target results. Pursues CI initiatives related to one’s own job and function.
• Using Sound Judgment and Decision Making – Makes effective decisions based on logical assumptions and adequate information. Effective decisions take into consideration resources, constraints, and organizational values.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• B.S. Degree in a Technical Field; engineering preferred.
• Proven track record of implementing LEAN systems; deep knowledge of the LEAN tools.
• Must have advanced analytical and decision-making skills.
• Must be proficient in the use of analytical tools and techniques to analyze data, train others and participate in teams and find solutions to problems. Demonstrated skill sets in: APQP, FMEA/CP, MSA, 8D/CAPA, SPC, Lean Processes, etc. ASQ CQE and/or CMQ/OE preferred.
• Must have excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Good written communication skill to effectively develop policies and instructional material, report on progress, and respond to issues.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Applications.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in manufacturing and quality processes to design, implement and coordinate quality and manufacturing processes.
• Extensive knowledge of ISO/IATF standards and with tools, concepts, and methodologies of quality management. ASQ CQA or equivalent preferred.
  
  
  

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to stand, walk, sit, talk, or hear. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands, reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Working conditions:

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. These conditions include:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee must not wear any loose-fitting clothing that may get in the way of the moving machinery. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

US Farathane offers an impressive compensation and benefits package including:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Job Promotional Opportunities and much more!
  
  
  

Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of US Farathane.

The specific statements above are not intended to be all-inclusive.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.