Operational Excellence / Production Systems Lead

Panasonic•Sparks, NV

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production System Lead will be working in a cross-functional environment to ensure production operates in the most efficient way possible. The purpose of this position will be to optimize output while reducing non-value-added wastes. They will be responsible for collecting data, performing analysis, developing countermeasures, implementing the improvement projects, and ensuring the desired outcome is sustained through six sigma project or lean projects that improve machine health, operator work planning and material flow.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field
Lean Manufacturing knowledge required and ability to implement lean manufacturing tools and methodologies
Strong technical background, including high volume manufacturing environment
Strong skills in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel (Macro)) required
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to learn and understand complex equipment capabilities, operation/material flow, and data flow
Ability to successfully manage multiple projects
Valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

Nice To Haves

Six sigma Black belt highly preferred
Minimum of 5+ years in industrial or process engineering strongly desired

Responsibilities

Work effectively with operations and support functions to translate process improvement findings into sustained improvements and standard work
Understand and analyze top down factory SQCDP KGIs for Kaizen/Lean efforts targeting non-value-added activities
Implement Lean practices (7-Step) to improve manufacturing SQCDP deliverables, impacting material flow, operator efficiency and machine capability.
Implement DMAIC practices and apply Kaizen principles to initiatives
Drive and influence change across multiple departments by implementing factory standards
Strong 5S skillset
Effectively lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Identify new sources of data and methods for data collection, analysis, and reporting
Quantify the value of continuous improvement opportunities
Effectively communicate with all levels of the organization

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, prescription plans
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.
Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources.
High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus.
Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events.