JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsibilities
Creates plant layouts, line balance using MODAPTS based on the prototype samples or drawings.
Develops, implements and supports on-going production processes (based on modapts), methods, tools, equipment, and controls for the manufacture of products and components consistent with obtaining and maintaining design integrity, optimum costs, quality, inventories, and investment in facilities.
Actively applies new manufacturing technologies and aggressively evaluates and reports on manufacturing opportunities which will contribute to the plant's objectives and goals.
Participates in Kaizen improvement activities to assure optimum productivity and costs. Suggests alternative designs, materials, or processes. Must be capable of resolving all problems while maintaining good rapport with customers and peers.
Maintains effective communications with all people affected by projects and issues operating instructions when required. Issues periodic status reports to keep affected personnel informed.
Recommends changes for the most practical and economical manufacturing processes, including material, labor, tooling, equipment, and ancillary factors.
Participates in selecting, approving, and developing tooling and equipment to satisfy manufacturing requirements and product design intent.
Coordinates new processes implementation and training. Insures that all relevant tooling is capable of making required product to meet all timing goals.
Actively pursues quality improvements in the manufacturing process.
Works closely with Advance Manufacturing Group in Plymouth to provide direction to ensure plants are pursuing latest technological advances.
Qualifications
B.S.M.E. or equivalent
Must know how to use Modapts
5 years of JIT manufacturing experience
PRIMARY LOCATION
Bridgewater Interiors II
Adient is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process please email talent-acquisition@adient.com.
