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Your primary goals will include developing standardized manufacturing processes, improving production efficiency through industrial engineering principles, leading cost reduction initiatives, and managing continuous improvement projects. You will partner closely with Operations, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, and Production teams to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost across the facility.\nWhy You’ll Love Working Here:\nInnovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technologies and innovative projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible.\nProfessional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development through training programs and workshops.\nCollaborative Culture: A supportive and collaborative work environment where teamwork and knowledge sharing are encouraged.\nCompetitive Compensation: Attractive salary packages and comprehensive benefits that reward your hard work and dedication.\nGlobal Presence: Be part of a global company with diverse teams and the opportunity to work on international projects.\nWhat You’ll Be Doing:\nEvaluate existing manufacturing processes and prioritize continuous improvement opportunities.\nDevelop and maintain standardized manufacturing processes, work instructions, and process documentation.\nPerform time studies, labor analysis, and line balancing to optimize production efficiency.\nIdentify and implement productivity improvements that reduce scrap, improve throughput, and increase capacity.\nDesign and implement manufacturing fixtures, tooling, and mistake-proofing (Poka-Yoke) solutions to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.\nLead cost savings initiatives from concept through implementation, including project planning, execution, and validation.\nMaintain and report cost savings metrics, project status, and continuous improvement performance to leadership.\nSupport capital equipment justification by developing cost-benefit analyses and return-on-investment (ROI) calculations.\nParticipate in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) reviews to improve manufacturability and reduce production costs.\nFacilitate root cause analysis and corrective actions for manufacturing issues using structured problem-solving methodologies.\nDrive Lean Manufacturing initiatives including 6S, standardized work, visual management, continuous flow improvements and KPI Metrics (OEE, Scrap, Downtime, etc.)\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements while minimizing disruption to production.\nSupport production with troubleshooting of manufacturing process issues and implementation of sustainable corrective actions.\nDevelop manufacturing layouts and material flow improvements to maximize operational efficiency.\nWhat We’re Looking For:\nStrong knowledge of industrial engineering principles and Lean Manufacturing methodologies.\nExperience with process improvement, line balancing, time studies, and workflow optimization.\nExperience in developing, training, implementing OEE.\nExperience designing manufacturing fixtures, tooling, and assembly aids.\nExperience managing multiple continuous improvement and cost reduction projects.\nKnowledge of root cause analysis and structured problem-solving techniques.\nExperience performing manufacturing data analysis using Microsoft Excel or similar software.\nStrong project management, organizational, and communication skills.\nSelf-starter with leadership and interpersonal skills.\nBachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related engineering discipline.\n3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.\nBonus Points If You Have:\nExperience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement certifications.\nExperience with value stream mapping, takt time analysis, and capacity planning.\nExperience supporting automated or high-volume manufacturing environments.\nKnowledge of ERP/MES systems and manufacturing performance metrics.\nExperience leading Kaizen events and cross-functional improvement teams.\nHow to Apply:\nApply online at www.johnsonelectric.com - We can’t wait to meet you!\nCome join our global, inclusive & diverse team\nOur purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. 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