Gray Court Sr_ Specialist ZF Production System SC
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What you'll do
- Evaluate, propose, architect, and implement ZFPS solutions (e.g. continuous improvement and lean manufacturing methods/tools) for internal customers surrounding plant processes and related data; work closely with manufacturing engineering, operations, and related groups to align team objectives and tasks.
- Drive and design lean management system processes, strategies and ZFPS Lean Roadmaps and ensure completion of related documentation.
- Evaluate and development plant processes related to continuous improvement opportunities to eliminate waste in processes; serve as an escalation point and provide input on team and plant performance.
- Coordinate projects and strategies related to ZFPS methodologies and CIP (continuous improvement) activities and develop Lean roadmaps for implementation and sustainability within the production facility (i.e. 5S initiatives, Lean Manufacturing Philosophy, One-Piece Flow, Standardized Work, Line Balancing, Pull Systems, Waste Identification and Reduction, Visual Management, etc.).
- Analyze and lead the development and improvement of KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) as required.
- Serve as a key technical liaison and trainer/coach for ZFPS/continuous improvement projects within the plant, as well as an internal consultant to ZFPS Specialist I and II, plant personnel and engineering for developing and implementing continuous improvement activities (e.g. 5S, TPM, Line Balancing, Standardize work, changeover time analysis. Value stream analysis, layout planning, etc.).
What they're looking for
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 6+ of manufacturing and/or skilled trades experience
- Proficient Lean Manufacturing tools and strategies implementation knowledge and skills in addition to problem-solving methods (i.e. Toyota Production System, Statistical analysis, Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, Poka Yoke, Kanban, etc.).
- Excellent organizational, planning, and analytical problem-solving skills including statistical analysis.
- Proficient computer skills, strong MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Flexibility to travel both domestic and international.
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Full description from employer
Req ID 91128 | Gray Court, United States ZF Transmissions Gray Court, LLC
Job Description
About the Team:
The Sr. Specialist-ZF Production System is responsible for performing complex technical analysis, providing technical expertise, and process guidance in the development, implementation, and management of complex/technical ZFPS (ZF Production System) initiatives. This will be across all plant processes in order to support the launch and/or ongoing production of reliable transmissions that are cost effective, able to be manufactured, meet customer specifications and maintain company standards. This position serves as a technical expert and primary point of escalation for internal customers, departmental personnel, and project or program personnel regarding ZFPS initiatives.
What you can look forward to as a Sr. Specialist-ZF Production System:
- Evaluate, propose, architect, and implement ZFPS solutions (e.g. continuous improvement and lean manufacturing methods/tools) for internal customers surrounding plant processes and related data; work closely with manufacturing engineering, operations, and related groups to align team objectives and tasks.
- Drive and design lean management system processes, strategies and ZFPS Lean Roadmaps and ensure completion of related documentation.
- Evaluate and development plant processes related to continuous improvement opportunities to eliminate waste in processes; serve as an escalation point and provide input on team and plant performance.
- Coordinate projects and strategies related to ZFPS methodologies and CIP (continuous improvement) activities and develop Lean roadmaps for implementation and sustainability within the production facility (i.e. 5S initiatives, Lean Manufacturing Philosophy, One-Piece Flow, Standardized Work, Line Balancing, Pull Systems, Waste
- Identification and Reduction, Visual Management, etc.).
- Analyze and lead the development and improvement of KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) as required.
- Serve as a key technical liaison and trainer/coach for ZFPS/continuous improvement projects within the plant, as well as an internal consultant to ZFPS Specialist I and II, plant personnel and engineering for developing and implementing continuous improvement activities (e.g. 5S, TPM, Line Balancing, Standardize work, changeover time analysis. Value stream analysis, layout planning, etc.).
Your profile as Sr. Specialist-ZF Production System:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 6+ of manufacturing and/or skilled trades experience
- Proficient Lean Manufacturing tools and strategies implementation knowledge and skills in addition to problem-solving methods (i.e. Toyota Production System, Statistical analysis, Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, Poka Yoke, Kanban, etc.).
- Excellent organizational, planning, and analytical problem-solving skills including statistical analysis.
- Proficient computer skills, strong MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Flexibility to travel both domestic and international.
What We Offer:
- A supportive collaborative team environment
- Annual Incentive Plan
- Paid Vacation
- 401k Plan
- Health Care Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- A strong diversity culture
- Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities
Be part of our ZF team as Sr. Specialist-ZF Production System and apply now!
Contact
Bethany Vijayakumar
DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.
With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.
Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran
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