Regional Industrial Engineer

Plans utilization of facilities, equipment, materials, and personnel to improve efficiencies of operations, improve quality yields and reduce operating costs. Applies Engineering and Lean Six Sigma concepts to achieve continuous improvement in operation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: 

 Lead assigned engineering projects to include planning, coordination and implementation of projects.  This includes working within time constraints to meet operation goals. 

• Uses DOE techniques to test processes and consumables.  Uses statistical tools to present results and support recommendations.

• Work continuously to reduce spoilage in the manufacturing process.

• Prepares detailed work instructions for the different processes and maintenance of equipment and verify procedures are followed.

• Monitors operations in labs assigned to help keep operations on track to achieve KPIs.

• Studies functional statements, organization charts, and project information to determine functions and responsibilities of workers and work units and to identify areas of duplication.

• Uses accurate time studies to determine labor requirements, establishes work measurement programs, and analyzes work samples to develop standards for labor utilization.

• Analyzes work force utilization, facility layout, and operational data such as production costs, process flow charts, and production schedules, to determine efficient utilization of workers and equipment.

• Recommends methods for improving worker efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities such as restructuring job duties, reorganizing work flow, relocating work stations and equipment, and purchase of equipment.

• Confers with management and engineering staff to implement plans and recommendations.

• Develops management systems for cost analysis, financial planning, wage and salary administration, and job evaluation.

• Coordinates and oversees equipment installation and lab redesign. Prepares layout, coordinates with management schedules for installation of equipment and utilities, and verifies installation is executed successfully and on time.
• Leads and drive other assigned projects or tasks

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

 Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.

Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.

Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.

Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports and respects diversity.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Must be available to work extended hours including weekends. Weekends include Friday nights, anytime on Saturday or anytime on Sunday based on business needs.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Flexibility – Must be flexible to adjust the work schedule so as to accommodate permanent or temporary changes in work hours, including late hours, weekends, or holidays to meet business needs.

Travel Requirements – Must be able to travel at least 25% of time domestically.  This may include weekend travel.  Weekends include Friday nights, anytime on Saturday or anytime on Sunday based on business needs.

Travel may be planned in advance or with short notice depending on business needs. 

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering or related field is required
• A total of three to five years of previous work experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably within an optical manufacturing environment. 
• Course work or experience performing process control utilizing statistical analysis and DOE.
• Course work or experience working with PLCs, electronic controllers, or automated equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Arena Simulation software programming
• Raw materials, hazardous chemicals, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. 
• Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources, leadership techniques, production methods and coordination of people and resources.     
• Machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance. 
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. 
• Monitoring performance of self and others to make improvements or take corrective actions
• Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. 

Knowledge and Understanding of the Following Areas:

Physical Demands of Working Environment

Environmental: Laboratory and office environment, working with water, caustic and acidic chemicals and exposed to hazardous chemicals. Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Occasional dusty air with flying particulates. 

Physical: Sufficient Physical ability necessary for sitting and standing for extended periods of time. The ability to occasionally Climb, Kneel, Lift, Pull, Reach, Push, Carry and Twist. Must be able to use hands to Grasp and manipulate small objects. Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 20 LBS and on occasion up to 100 LBS.

Vision: Must be able to see in the normal vision range with or without correction; Vision sufficient to read computer screens, printed documents, job tickets, faxes, cosmetic defects, procedural and policy documents.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.