Utilizes lean principles to improve the operations and processes of a manufacturing organization.
Analyzes production workflows, workspace design, and resource utilization to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, or waste. Collects, documents, and interprets production data to identify areas to streamline and improve productivity. Develops metrics to measure and monitor key production processes and evaluates the impacts of lean principles against costs, quality, and delivery goals. Educates employees about lean concepts to ensure initiatives are integrated into workflows and processes.
| Job Title | Job Description | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Floor Assembler II | The Floor Assembler II uses hand tools, power tools, and other manufacturing assembly line equipment to assemble units. Operates and maintains stations to assemble, align, and adjust fabricated parts, components, or units according to specifications and follows established manufacturing procedures. Being an Floor Assembler II may repair or refit parts or units that fail tests or tolerance levels. Tests and calibrates parts and mechanisms to ensure all components meet tolerances, product specifications, and quality standards. In addition, Floor Assembler II keeps daily assembly production records. Maintains a clean and organized work environment. Typically requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. Being an Floor Assembler II works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Working as an Floor Assembler II typically requires 1-3 years of related experience, or may need 0 years of experience with additional specialized training and/or certification. |
| 2 | VP of Manufacturing Operations | The VP of Manufacturing Operations plans and oversees a manufacturing organization's production, scheduling, and supply chain operations. Oversees an organization's manufacturing strategy, planning, and operations to ensure cost-effective production, high-quality standards, and continuous process improvement. Being a VP of Manufacturing Operations integrates operational safety, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and cost control standards into all manufacturing processes. Plans and forecasts resource needs for equipment, materials, and workforce to ensure sufficient manufacturing capacity and adherence to budget constraints. In addition, VP of Manufacturing Operations researches and adopts process designs, technologies, and methods that improve operational efficiency or manufacturing quality and implements changes with minimal business disruptions. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The VP of Manufacturing Operations manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Working as a VP of Manufacturing Operations typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. |
| 3 | Intermediate Process Engineer | The Intermediate Process Engineer collects production data and applies standard scientific and statistical methods to analyze, document, and diagram production processes. Develops and optimizes continuous production and manufacturing processes to achieve the output, quality, and cost goals of the organization. Being an Intermediate Process Engineer recommends changes or upgrades to equipment, work methods, or other aspects of the process to improve efficiency and utilization of resources including labor, energy and raw materials. Identifies process bottlenecks and devises solutions to resolve. In addition, Intermediate Process Engineer requires a bachelor's degree of engineering. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Being an Intermediate Process Engineer gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Working as an Intermediate Process Engineer typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. |
| 4 | Manager of Manufacturing | The Manager of Manufacturing assists with planning and directing an efficient layout of equipment and flow of materials. Plans, schedules, and manages one or more manufacturing production processes. Being a Manager of Manufacturing requires a bachelor's degree. Ensures manufacturing performance, volume and quality goals are met by utilizing efficient methods and maintaining appropriate staffing levels. In addition, Manager of Manufacturing typically reports to a unit/department head. The Manager of Manufacturing manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. Working as a Manager of Manufacturing typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. |
| 5 | Trainer II | The Trainer II monitors the effectiveness of training on employees using individual or group performance results. Delivers company training programs and workshops to employees and managers. Being a Trainer II contributes to new training program design and existing program enhancements. Collects feedback on sessions from attendees to use for future improvements to content and presentation. In addition, Trainer II develops and creates lesson plans and training aids. May specialize in a particular subject, training program, or function of the company. Training programs may typically include topics such as supervisory/management training, work skills training, team building, and communications. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Being a Trainer II gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Working as a Trainer II typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. |
| Skills | Proficiency Level |
|---|---|
| Key Performance Indicators (KPI) | Level 2 |
| Facilitation | Level 2 |
| Process Improvement | Level 2 |