Engineering/Continuous Improvement Manager - Gates Corporation - Siloam Springs, AR
Engineering/Continuous Improvement Manager - Gates Corporation - Siloam Springs, AR
Apply to jobs now hiring in Arkansas today!Driven by Possibility Gates Corporation is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. At Gates, we are driven to push the boundaries of materials science to engineer products that continually exceed expectations. We don’t rest on our rich heritage of innovation. We leverage it to inspire solutions that will power the next hundred years. We invest continually in R&D and technology, so our products not only outperform industry standards; they exceed our customers’ demanding expectations. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers’ diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow. And we are constantly expanding our product catalog and value-added service offerings to support every facet of our customers’ operations. In the most extreme environments and those more familiar, Gates is there with the right product, in the right place at the right time. Whether building original equipment or maintaining products in the aftermarket, we enable companies in every industry to be more efficient, productive, and profitable. We are Gates. POSITION SUMMARY This position is responsible to build and drive a continuous improvement culture at the facility level. The Engineering/Continuous Improvement (CI) Manager will use Lean and Six Sigma tools to develop, lead and implement projects which improve operational efficiency and deliver savings which improve our profitability, market position, and competitiveness. Must be able to guide and direct work for Engineers and technicians for critical defect reduction projects, key throughput improvement projects under GPS-1 & GPS-2 umbrella aimed at improving facility Flex Model metrics. Eng/CI Manager is responsible for supporting manufacturing operations by providing tooling, processes, and equipment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned beyond the core functions listed below. -Maintain and comply with GPS directives: Includes leading engineering teams to complete lean six sigma projects, maintain current GPS documentation, ensure all value streams comply with GPS reporting and showing improvements. -Work with Corporate GPS leadership in establishing metrics and documentation that will monitor plant performance. -Lead efforts to improve plant metrics in quality, safety, and productivity, utilizing Cross functional CI teams for root cause analysis for sustainable results. -Ensures optimum utilization of equipment and space by coordinating the layout of areas to accommodate the changing production requirements. - Coordinates capital projects for process enhancement and to improve internal and external customer satisfaction, conducting research and ensuring proper approvals -Develop and update Business unit production capacity analysis and lead efforts to close the gap between current vs True North. -Champion Root cause analysis and subsequent corrective actions for recurring Operations defects as well as Equipment downtime failures. -Mentor/Coach Engineering & CI Team to execute critical Plant projects to meet stated deliverables, within budget and on time with a key emphasis on developing solutions that are sustained. -Partner with Plant PDG/MDG & Corporate Engineering group to develop tangible innovative solutions to chronic manufacturing problems for short term as well as long term gains. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Position is responsible for directing work and guiding a team of Process Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Industrial/CI Engineers and technical personnel to achieve plant targets. Daily interaction and direction with team to ensure Gates Production Systems are maintained and followed. *LI-SK1
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Minimum education and experience required: Bachelors Degree in Engineering 5 Years Engineering Project Management/Process or Manufacturing Engineering Experience Preferred type of education and experience: BS Degree: Mechanical/Manufacturing/Electrical or Industrial Engineering. 8 years manufacturing experience. Rubber products/manufacturing is a plus. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt preferred but not required. Experience leading a change management initiative with strong leadership and communication skills.REQUIRED SKILLS:
Proficient with Microsoft Office products. Intermediate to Advanced MS Excel & PowerPoint user. Must be familiar with Minitab or other Statistical Software. Knowledge and understanding of Quality tools including Process Flows, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA/GRR, SPC, Process Capability Analysis, PPAP, APQP. Strong Project management and cross functional team leadership skills. Solid background in TPM, Mistake Proofing, Fishbones, 5 Why, Process & Equipment troubleshooting. Interpersonal skills: Ability to interact with various levels of the organization, build credibility and trust. Understanding of the broader organization and how this role fits into the strategic plan and overall direction of Gates. Take the initiative to look for and take advantage of opportunities and take independent actions and calculated risk. Familiarity with drafting/Modeling programs including AutoCAD, ProE, SolidWorks/Inventor etc. Ability to multi-task, prioritize, work under pressure, and make decisions independently. Demonstrated experience managing and executing projects to meet specific deliverables within budget and on time. General fabrication and design knowledge and familiarity with shop equipment. Basic knowledge and understanding of Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC, PLC, hydraulic and pneumatic concepts. Knowledge and background in Thermodynamics, Heat & Mass Transfer, and Engineering Materials is a plus.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Please be advised that Gates Corporation does not accept resumes from third-party recruiters.
Gates Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of gender, race, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or any other protected class defined by state or local law.
