Production Engineering Specialist
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Job Location:
Pinetops, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
5 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
At ABB we help industries run leaner and cleanerand every person here makes that happen. Youll be empowered to lead supported to grow and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
Continuous Improvement ManagerYour role and responsibilities
In this role you will have the opportunity to optimize the Production organizations assembly methods processes and equipment to minimize labor hours in accordance with business strategies related to quality efficiency costs and safety. Each day you will ensure appropriate production methods cycle time equipment performance and materials/components in support of production targets. You will also showcase your expertise by defining the working phase sequence of a new production process to achieve the targeted product cost and equipment investment budget.
The work model for the role is: on site
This role is contributing to the ELDS Business line in Pinetops North Carolina.
You will be mainly accountable for:
Lead the implementation of lean manufacturing principles (Kaizen 5S VSM SMED TPM) and waste elimination strategies specific to Plastic case Cores and TPR productin lines. Main focusing on Winding assemby encasing and injection press operations.
Design and optimize layouts tooling designs and fixtures to achieve maximum efficiency and minimize labor hours while improving product quality
Drive production process optimization initiatives to improve throughput cycle time and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE); conduct time studies line balancing and workflow optimization
Lead design development and implementation of manufacturing processes for new products and process improvements including process capability studies design of experiments (DOE) and statistical analysis
Manage and troubleshoot injection press equipment; identify opportunities for new or improved tooling; support equipment procurement installation validation and commissioning activities
Collaborate with Quality Engineering Maintenance and Production teams to perform root cause analysis implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and develop comprehensive manufacturing documentation including work instructions process flows and control plans
Support operator training work instruction development and implementation of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Qualifications for the role
Bachelors degree in Manufacturing Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering or related technical field with minimum 6 years of manufacturing and production engineering experience with proven track record in process improvement continuous improvement and operational excellence or Associate degree with a minimum of 8 years of experience.
Strong proficiency in lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools (VSM SMED TPM Kaizen 5S Pull One Piece Flow etc). Six Sigma methodologies and experience with statistical analysis are advantageous
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes including injection molding assembly machining and production systems optimization
Hands-on experience with tooling design fixture development and CAD software (SolidWorks AutoCAD or similar)
Demonstrated expertise in time study capacity planning line balancing and production optimization techniques
Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret production data and drive data-based decisions; proficiency in MS Office (Excel Word PowerPoint) and ERP systems
Excellent project management leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills with proven ability to work on multiple complex projects simultaneously
Fluent written and spoken communication skills in English; ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to diverse stakeholder groups
Strongly Desirable:
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt
Direct experience with injection press operations molding processes or similar equipment-intensive manufacturing environments
Experience with statistical analysis software (Minitab JMP) or simulation software (Arena FlexSim) for production modeling
Knowledge of Industry 4.0 technologies automation and smart manufacturing solutions
Why ABB
Whats in it for you
We empower you to take initiative challenge ideas and lead with confidence. Youll grow through meaningful work continuous learning and support thats tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity gender expression sexual orientation) marital status citizenship age race and ethnicity inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles color religious creed national origin pregnancy physical or mental disability genetic information protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant please visit the following websites: an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-.
Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABBs career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1- or by sending an email to . Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.
ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
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Health Life & Disability
Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
Vision benefit
Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
Voluntary life and AD&D 100% employee paid up to maximums
Short Term Disability up to 26 weeks Company paid
Long Term Disability 60% of pay Company paid. Ability to buy-up to 66 2/3% of pay.
Supplemental benefits 100% employee paid (Accident insurance hospital indemnity critical illness pet insurance
Parental Leave up to 6 weeks
Employee Assistance Program
Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health general health navigation and virtual health and infertility/adoption
Employee discount program
Retirement
401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
Time off
Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
Building a cleaner smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious the courageous and the creative. Thats why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact
Apply today or visit to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
Building a cleaner smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious the courageous and the creative. Thats why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact
Apply today or visit to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
Building a cleaner smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious the courageous and the creative. Thats why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact
Apply today or visit to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
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