JOB DESCRIPTION
Key Responsibilities
Manufacturing Process Development & Optimization
* Coordinate project work and problem-solving activities related to current and newmanufacturing processes.
* Develop, implement, and validate processes, methods, tooling, equipment, and controlsfor the manufacture of products and components, ensuring optimal cost, quality,inventory levels, and capital investment.
* Support all phases of prototype development and builds, from concept through fullimplementation.
* Prepare manufacturing studies to determine optimal manufacturing cost, quality, andinventory levels and evaluate feasibility of new or existing products, processes, ormaterials.
* Recommend the most practical and economical manufacturing solutions, includingimprovements to materials, labor, tooling, equipment, and related factors.
Technology, Tooling & Equipment
* Maintain strong familiarity with robotics, tooling and fabrication, finishing, assembly,machine design, and related manufacturing technologies.
* Participate in the selection, approval, development, and validation of tooling and
equipment to support manufacturing requirements and product design intent.
* Research, evaluate, and implement state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies toensure products are manufactured in the most capable and cost-effective manner.
* Ensure the plant continuously pursues the latest technological advancements to supportbusiness objectives.
Product Design & Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Actively participate in product design activities to ensure optimal productivity and cost.
* Recommend alternative designs, materials, or processes as needed to improve
manufacturability.
* Serve as a technical liaison for product design and engineering matters, helping resolveissues while maintaining positive relationships with customers.
* Serve as a technical resource for process changes and problem-solving committees,ensuring product design intent is maintained.
* Work closely with production teams to ensure key performance metrics are achieved.
Communication, Training & Implementation
* Maintain effective communication with all stakeholders impacted by projects andoperational changes.
* Issue clear operating instructions as required and provide periodic status updates to keepteams informed.
* Coordinate the implementation of new processes and lead or support training activities.
* Ensure all tooling and processes can consistently produce required products withindefined quality and timing expectations.
Quality & Compliance
* Actively pursue quality improvements within the manufacturing process.
* Maintain familiarity with PFMEA, Process Flow Diagrams, Control Plans, and IATF 16949requirements.
* Establish and verify Poka-Yoke (error-proofing) systems to prevent defects and processvariation.
Additional Responsibilities
* Participate as a member of SDT and/or Pre-Launch Teams for new programs, as required.
* Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
* Complete all required training as mandated by Adient and its customers.
Qualifications & Experience
Education & Experience
* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.
* 3-5 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering or a related manufacturing role(automotive experience is a plus).
* Candidates without a degree must have 8-10 years of relevant manufacturing
experience.
Technical Skills & Knowledge
* Strong working knowledge of product design and assembly as applied to manufacturingprocesses using PFMEA principles.
* Proven ability to implement manufacturing processes, methods, tooling, equipment, andcontrols that support cost, quality, inventory, and facility investment goals.
* Experience creating processes and procedures to support budgetary targets and
performance metrics.
Practical knowledge of:
* GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
* PFMEA
* Control Plans
* Process Flow Diagrams
* Operator Instruction Sheets
* Experience troubleshooting with Allen-Bradley RSLogix 5000 and ControlLogix software isa plus.
* Proficient with Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Soft Skills
* Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and time-management skills.
* Ability to work collaboratively across multiple functions in a fast-paced manufacturingenvironment.
PRIMARY LOCATION
Lakewood
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 [email protected].
