Key Areas of Responsibility (Answerable for the following end results)
- Support production in reducing / eliminating equipment and tooling downtime or scrap, utilizing good analytical methodologies.
- Support and edit Process Flow, PFMEA, Standard Operating Procedures and Line Balance documentation.
- Meet or exceed labor content standards utilizing good assembly methodologies and ergonomics.
- Support and maintain error-proofing methodologies, cell layout enhancements and update Master CAD layouts.
- Facilitate process/continued improvement.
- Support, cost estimate and document all engineering changes.
- Basic knowledge of manufacturing/mechanical processes and equipment (PLC, torque tools and equipment).
- Document all activities as required.
- Adhere to all company guidelines for Emergency Evacuation to ensure employee safety.
- Any additional responsibility deemed necessary by management
Limits of Authority
- Advise Department Manager of those situations that may pose a significant risk to the program, product assurance, facilities, employee safety or customer satisfaction results.
- Initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformance relating to product, process & systems.
- Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process or system.
- Initiate, recommend or provide solutions thought the appropriate channels and verify implementation.
- Control further processing and delivery of nonconforming product until the deficiency is corrected.
- Initiate project RFQ’s with supporting documentation to be signed.
- Quote / negotiate pricing and timing from vendors for equipment and tooling.
- Maintain and obtain approvals for facility layouts and process documentation.
- Assist and support project management timelines.
Basic Education, Experience and Skills Required
- 2-year minimum college education and 1 year of experience in manufacturing and assembly operations or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- AutoCAD experience
- PLC understanding
- Windows Applications (Excel, Word, Project, Management, PowerPoint)
- Good mechanical / technical skills
- Possess excellent leadership abilities, organizational and communication skills
- Able to maintain confidential information
Dakkota University Training (Minimum Requirements)
- Dakkota Orientation
- Safety Training
- Dakkota Vision and Culture
- Departmental Training
- Process 07– Engineering Change
- Process 03 – Program and Process Development
- Process 13 – Maintenance and Facilities
- Change Control Database
- Process 06 – Dakkota Production System – Action Center
- Core Document Database
- Customer Specific Requirements and Deviation Procedures
- Company Training
- BOS Overview
- Information Technology
- Outlook
- Trans4M Overview
- Purchase Requisitions
- Quality Mission Statement
- Expense Reporting
- Travel Management System
Health, Safety and Physical Demand Requirements
- Normal amount of sitting and standing, average mobility to move around an office and plant environment, able to conduct normal amount of work on a computer.
Risks Associated with Job Function
Travel Requirements
- Approximately 20% travel required
- Valid driver’s license required