A Manufacturing Engineering Technician or Specialist is responsible for identifying and eliminating waste within an organization's processes by implementing Lean methodologies. Including Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kanban, and Kaizen events, to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction. This is often completed by training employees, leading continuous improvement projects, and facilitating a culture of ongoing process optimization across different departments within the operations of the company.
Role & Responsibility
Process Analysis and Improvement:
Analyze existing workflows to identify areas of waste (time, materials, motion) and develop strategies to streamline processes using Lean tools like Value Stream Mapping, A3 problem solving, and standard work.
Lean Training and Coaching:
Educate employees at all levels on Lean principles, tools, and methodologies, including 5S, Kanban, visual management, and root cause analysis, to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Project Leadership:
Lead cross-functional teams in implementing Lean improvement projects, including Kaizen events, to rapidly identify and eliminate waste within specific processes.
Data Analysis and Reporting:
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of Lean initiatives and report on progress to stakeholders.
Change Management:
Facilitate the transition to Lean practices by addressing resistance to change and promoting employee engagement in the improvement process.
Job Requirement
Technical - Associates Degree or Allow Equivalent
0>5 years' experience
Strong applied mechanical skills and willingness to use them.
Manufacturing or Product Development experience preferred.
Good written and verbal communication
Physical Demands: The overall level of work is defined as heavy duty. Employees are expected to exert 51-70 pounds of force occasionally, 21-50 pounds of force frequently and/or 11-20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Valid Driver's License Required
< 10% travel
As a part of the Doosan Group, which employs more than 43,000 people in 38 countries worldwide, the company offers its customers products and solutions to help build stronger businesses and communities. Based in Seoul, South Korea, with its North America headquarters in West Fargo, North Dakota, Doosan Bobcat is a leading global manufacturer of construction, agriculture, landscaping and grounds maintenance equipment, attachments and services. The company is committed to empowering people to accomplish more.
Doosan Bobcat North America is home to world-renowned brands, including Bobcat® compact equipment, Doosan® portable power products, Ryan® and Steiner® grounds maintenance equipment and Geith® attachments. Doosan Bobcat North America is a tradename of Clark Equipment Company.
Doosan is committed fostering an inclusive and a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, age, race, color, religion, creed, citizenship status, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at 701-476-4263. Doosan is a VEVRAA federal contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans.
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