· Analyze workflows to eliminate production bottlenecks and streamline manufacturing processes.
· Conduct time and motion studies to set labor standards and identify inefficiencies.
· Implement Lean manufacturing tools such as 5S, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to drive continuous improvement.
· Reduce cycle times and improve throughput on active assembly lines.
· Lead initiatives to reduce waste and enhance operational efficiency.
· Regularly analyze production data to identify improvement opportunities and recommend solutions.
2. Facility & Layout Design
· Oversee production line setup and layout to maximize workflow efficiency.
· Design and optimize factory layouts using CAD/AutoCAD or similar software.
· Optimize material flow from raw goods receipt through to shipping.
· Minimize handling steps and transitions to reduce product transit damage.
· Responsible for capacity planning, including resource allocation and equipment utilization.
3. Quality & Cost Control
· Monitor defect rates and lead root-cause investigations to drive corrective action.
· Track production costs against annual operations budgets.
· Justify capital expenditures (CapEx) for new machinery and equipment purchases.
· Determine and monitor overall production capacity.
· Assess employee workstations and apply ergonomic principles to prevent repetitive strain injuries and improve workplace safety and comfort.
· Enforce OSHA compliance across all automated machinery cells and production areas.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements.