TA Instruments · 2 months ago
Principal, Industrial Engineer
US-MA-Milford
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
7+ years expWaters Corporation is a global leader in analytical instruments and technologies, seeking a results-driven Principal, Industrial Engineer. The role involves developing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes to ensure efficiency, product quality, and cost-effectiveness while collaborating across multiple departments.
ElectronicsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Champion a physically and mentally safe environment for all employees and coworkers throughout ergonomics elements built-in the re-design of the manufacturing processes applying right-left hand definition and material distribution for optimal performance and employee’s safety
Lead full-scale manufacturing processes utilizing CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD) for designing and improving manufacturing tools, fixtures, redesign layouts and equipment
Ensure and owns product SAP master data accuracy and consistent maintenance supporting ERP effectiveness including routing set-ups, change over, etc
Actively participate in the operations rhythm of the scheduling process providing the right input for capacities and resources allocations applying theory of constraints. Ensures appropriate production methods, cycle-time, equipment performance, and materials/components in support of production targets
Define and propose productivity projects and actively manage to success completion, supporting business goals
Support the capital plan for the manufacturing processes based on Quality, Cost and feasibility evaluation, contributing with the correct investment of the Capital for Operations, increasing labor efficiency, utilizing better space and improving quality performance. Ensures the production process complies with the project targets
Defining the lines capacities and flow of production to evaluate the constraints against the forecast. Master the rough-cut capacity to identify future investments. Review and redesign arrangement of manufacturing equipment to ensure a most efficient and productive layout
Lead teams in performing and updating Process FMEA risk management & process maps. Provide engineering support for manufacturing operations, troubleshooting production issues, and implementing corrective actions
Lead RCPS/3S/PDCA problem resolution process in the floor to improve quality or inefficiencies to production. Lead kaizen events as expected in collaboration with CI partners including KANBAN design and implementation
Generate technical documents/reports (engineering studies, validation, URS, FAT, production SOPs), compliance documents (ECO, DHR, batch records) and business documents (BOM, routings, WI, standard costs, and Manufacturing Plans for new products)
Train manufacturing personnel in new manufacturing processes and changes implemented to current manufacturing operations
Conduct statistical analysis, CPK and capabilities evaluations to assess process performance, production trends, and implement solutions to improve yield and throughput
Support investigations related to product nonconformances, Stop Ships and CAPAs supporting our Quality Management System
Proposed new line configurations to enhance labor & line efficiency, including but not limited to line configuration changes, lean projects or automation initiatives
Supporting the lean operating system transformation process to reduce costs and improve efficiency. Hands-on in the implementation of a future state being part of a high performing team actively participating in daily management, improving visual management and defining actions to improve key performance indicators of the area
Performs other job-related duties assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
A minimum of 7 years' experience in operations is required, preferably in an electronic, medical device or biotechnology industry
Lean: Formal certification / qualification in Lean (green belt / black belt or equivalent)
Highly skilled in Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering principles, with a proven ability to analyze, design, and optimize production systems for efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness
Proficient in applying lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and automation methodologies to drive continuous improvement initiatives
Experienced in workflow design, time studies, facility layout planning, and integration of advanced manufacturing technologies
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills with a collaborative approach to cross-functional team leadership in dynamic production environments
Demonstrated statistical analysis and Minitab expertise
Experience in using digital systems tools and applications to enhance data collection, analysis, insight visualization to enhance production management and continuous improvement
Demonstrated decision making and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal, written and presentation skills
Proficiency with SAP and Microsoft applications required
Familiar with Bill of Materials (BoM) and Production Routings
Preferred
Advanced degree preferred
Familiarity with cGMP, ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 13485:2016 is highly desired
Familiarity with Six Sigma, and Lean methodologies is highly desirable
Company
TA Instruments
TA Instruments reputation for high technology products and quality manufacturing.
501-1000 employees
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