We are hiring an analytical Assembly Series Planning Engineer to join our fast-paced team at Akka-Technologies in Vance, AL.
Growing your career as a Full Time Assembly Series Planning Engineer is a terrific opportunity to develop important skills.
If you are strong in strategic planning, planning and have the right commitment for the job, then apply for the position of Assembly Series Planning Engineer at Akka-Technologies today!
Job overview
Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the trial process planning and ramp-up coordination of production related changes resulting from product design (i.e. model years, running changes, MOPF), volume, and continuous improvement (CI) measures. Duties and responsibilities
Review new product design implications through the "Change Management System" to evaluate process impact and provide feedback on process time analysis and investment requirements.
Support the development of production-compatible components and manufacturing processes in cooperation with Research & Development (R&D), central planning, and manufacturing process areas.
Participate in product reviews for model changes located at the Mercedes Benz Technology Center in Germany (overseas travel required).
Ensure planning and preparation of assembly processes while coordinating logistics functions and supply processes.
Performs statistical quality control. Reviews and implements all VA/AA and Q-Release quality requirements measures using the controlled documentation guidelines in new product and series.
Develop work procedures and instructions for production processes.
Develop and implement plans to consistently increase productivity and decrease production costs.
Review line targets in area of responsibility, and prepares plans and workshops to improve and support target KPIs set by the plant leader.
Identify wastes in production processes, and implements improvements using Manufacturing Production Systems (MPS) and Lean Manufacturing principles and concepts.
Prepare and manage materials, equipment, and information resources to plan processes.
Support the identification and resolution of manufacturability topics related, but not limited to the following: Product/process design & development, process planning, capacity planning, process documentation (i.e. work instructions), human factors, ergonomics, and safety. QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum level of education
This position requires a Bachelor's degree in, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Or related area or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Professional Experience
A minimum of three (3) years' of relevant professional experience in the following area(s):
Engineering in a manufacturing environment with a strong emphasis on project management and/or process planning. Required skills
Ability to communicate technical information on a regular basis, both verbally and in writing
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint)
Skilled in project management
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Effective presentation skills
Good decision making and problem solving skills
Detail-oriented Preferred skills
Experience working at Mercedes-Benz in the product and/or pre-production environment
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Automotive Manufacturing Systems, and Six Sigma Design and Methodology
Experience implementing "Work standardization"
Knowledge of system applications such as MTM analysis, AM Supply, Engineering Client 3D drawings, Proplan/Difa planning systems, and/or Dialog
German language skills
Contract Details:
Shift: Day Shift / Monday - Friday / 7am - 3pm
OT: Mandatory if needed
Weekend: Mandatory if needed
Contact length: End date of December 31, 2024 with possibility of extension About Akka-Technologies: The AKKA Group, an engineering and technology consulting company, supports its clients in meeting their increasing challenges. Our key assets are: a wide-range of global services for industrial projects, the ability to collaborate across the entire product lifecycle, Offices in Europe, Africa, Middle-East, Asia and Americas, 21 centers of excellence across Europe and the World to enhance Group synergies, 12,000 skilled and dedicated employees. Thanks to the assets of our in-house research center, AKKA Research, we enable you to develop and create your vision of the future. We have the tools and means to turn your concept into reality.
Benefits of working as a Assembly Series Planning Engineer in Vance, AL:? Learning opportunities
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