Roles & Responsibilities :
The Manager – Manufacturing Engineering / Industrial Engineering will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of jigs, fixtures, special-purpose machines (SPMs), welding fixtures, assembly fixtures, inspection fixtures , inspection automations, packing automations to improve manufacturing efficiency and quality. The role also requires expertise in industrial engineering methodologies, including time study, work-study, production norm establishment, Methods-Time Measurement (MOST), ergonomics, and SMED (Single-Minute Exchange of Die).
The ideal candidate will have a background in automation, machine tool building, and process optimization, ensuring that manufacturing processes are streamlined, cost-effective, and highly productive.
Daily Management Activities :
Jigs, Fixtures & Automation Development
Oversee the design, development, and implementation of jigs, fixtures, and SPMs.
Ensure the proper functionality and calibration of welding, assembly, and inspection fixtures.
Identify opportunities for inspection and packing automation to reduce manual intervention. ...
Work with production teams to validate new fixtures and ensure process compatibility.
2. Industrial Engineering & Process Optimization
Conduct time studies and work studies to analyze and improve work methods.
Establish and refine production norms based on Methods-Time Measurement (MOST).
Monitor and enhance ergonomics in workstations to improve operator efficiency.
Implement Single-Minute Exchange of Die (SMED) principles to reduce setup times.
Identify and eliminate bottlenecks in manufacturing processes.
3. Automation & Machine Tool Development
Develop and implement automation solutions for repetitive or labor-intensive tasks.
Evaluate and optimize machine tools for better accuracy, speed, and reliability.
Work on custom-built SPMs to enhance productivity in key operations.
Collaborate with vendors and suppliers for new automation and tooling solutions.
4. Continuous Improvement & Cost Reduction
Analyze process inefficiencies and propose engineering solutions for cost reduction.
Ensure all new process changes contribute to cost-effectiveness and quality enhancement.
Drive lean manufacturing initiatives to eliminate waste and improve efficiency.
Maintain data-driven decision-making for continuous improvement initiatives.
5. Cross-Functional Coordination
Collaborate with production, quality, and maintenance teams to implement improvements.
Work closely with design and R&D teams for new product manufacturability.
Engage with external vendors for procurement and development of advanced technologies.
6. Monitoring & Reporting
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) like cycle time reduction, defect rates, and setup time improvements.
Prepare daily reports on tooling efficiency, automation effectiveness, and production impact.
Maintain detailed documentation of modifications, improvements, and new implementations.
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