Continuous Improvement Specialist
3 weeks ago
Martinrea is a diversified global automotive supplier engaged in the design, development and manufacturing of metal parts, assemblies and modules, complex fluid management systems and aluminum products. We employ approximately 15,000 skilled and motivated people at manufacturing, engineering and technical centers in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Slovakia, Spain and China. Our business strategy leverages world-class technologies, motivated and talented people, and high-quality products.
Our Mission is to make people's lives better by:
- Delivering outstanding quality products and services to our customers;
- Providing meaningful opportunity, job satisfaction, and job security for our people;
- Being positive contributors to our communities; and,
- Providing superior long-term investment returns to our stakeholders.
Our **_strength_** is our **_people_**
We invite you to follow your dreams and explore a challenging and rewarding career at Martinrea.
**Job Summary**: Responsible to identify and improve the outcomes of manufacturing and operational processes to improve efficiencies, reduce cost and increase customer service
**Required Education and Experience**:
- University and/or technical college in Manufacturing / Mechanical Engineering or Business with following experience:
- Minimum 3 - 5 years of manufacturing, welding and general maintenance related experience in automotive industry
- Clear and precise understanding of automotive OEMs practices and expectations
- Demonstrated leadership capability with leading organization for leadership and competency
- Excellent Communication Skills (oral and written)
- Working knowledge of automotive customers
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Travel required on occasional basis
**Essential Functions**:
- Plan, coordinate, lead and participate with various multi-disciplined teams addressing objectives associated with the manufacturing and assembly process, productivity, volume outputs, scrap and rework, quality, safety, and delivery commitments to optimize a profitable operation
- Responsible for execution of corporate guidelines in all aspects of manufacturing
- Train manufacturing operations in corporate protocols ensuring optimal results
- Ensure manufacturing and assembly processes comply with pertinent health, safety and environmental legislation, practices, and procedures
- Lead Continuous improvement projects following lean manufacturing tools:
- Training of employees from upper management to operator on lean manufacturing methodology and culture
- Systematically identify and eliminate waste on manufacturing floor
- Push to implement innovative and creative new ideas and methods in Process improvement and Organization
- Measuring and improving machine and operator efficiencies
- Assess and implement projects in relation to current or future product planning
- Draft and design layout of equipment and materials, and workspace to illustrate maximum efficiency
- Review production schedules, engineering specifications, orders, and related information to obtain knowledge of manufacturing methods, procedures, and activities
- Requisition tooling, capital and tryout material for projects
- Develop manufacturing methods, labor utilization standards, and cost analysis systems to promote efficient staff and facility utilization
- Advise management and user personnel in development of production and design standards
- Study operations sequence, material flow, functional statements, organization charts, and project information to determine worker functions and responsibilities. Value analysis and value engineering ideas
- Use statistical data and product specifications to determine standards and establish productivity objectives
- Participate in development of in-house manufacturing processes, equipment, fixtures and tooling
- Develop and provide guidance to error-proof all aspects of the manufacturing and operational process
- Conduct studies and implement project plans to improve production efficiencies, cost reductions and reduce manufacturing costs
- Troubleshoot process/equipment related issues and fine tune process to eliminate process-induced defects
- Review processing methods and provide continuous development of manufacturing techniques that will improve in-house capabilities
- Supports in development of Process flow charts, Control Plans, PFMEA, DFMEA and Prototype builds
- Support in development of Preventative Maintenance Program for all manufacturing process equipment
**Work Environment**:
- 40% Office environment, 60% Plant floor (PPE required)
**Physical Demands**:
- Must be able to lift up to 35lbs.
- Must be able to work with push pull forces of up to 50lbs. or less
**Health and Safety**:
- Must work in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, Company and plant rules, policies and procedures
- Must use or wear Personal Protective Equipment and certain clothing as required by the Company
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