Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

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.

· Create & maintain 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.

· Support and develop department or maintenance projects / activities with good engineering direction. Take part or facilitate the team Lean strategies and methodologies and/or Six Sigma activities.

· Facilitate process/continued improvement.

· Support, cost estimate and document all engineering changes.

· Initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformance relating to product, process & systems. Implement interim processes as required to correct or contain all non-conformances.

· Working 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

· Skills in labor analysis (time studies)

· 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

Internal Training (Minimum Requirements)

· Dakkota Orientation

· Safety Training

· Dakkota Vision and Culture

· Departmental Training

o Process 07– Engineering Change

o Process 03 – Program and Process Development

o Process 13 – Maintenance and Facilities

o Change Control Database

o Process 06 – Dakkota Production System – Action Center

o Core Document Database

o Customer Specific Requirements and Deviation Procedures

· Company Training

o BOS Overview

o Information Technology

o Outlook

o Trans4M Overview

o Purchase Requisitions

o Quality Mission Statement

o Expense Reporting

o 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

· None

Travel Requirements

· Approximately 20% travel required

· Valid driver’s license required

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