Position Purpose:
The Operations Specialist 2 (Level 2) reports to Operations or Technical Leadership. The position supports production from a technical standpoint and has a solid understanding of the product being produced in the area. It is the first line of defense and/or consultant to Operations Specialist 1 regarding production related issues. The position solves difficult manufacturing problems and works with members to implement process and product improvements.
Essential Functions:
Implements six sigma/lean tools in a team setting. Drives process improvements. Organizes cell/area in 5S
Resolves problems on the manufacturing floor and assists in Root Cause Analysis
Recommends and implements process improvements for new product introductions and/or existing manufacturing processes
Identifies mistakes on various manufacturing documents and provides redlines to engineering
Writes and releases new work instructions and other manufacturing documentation. Revises existing work instructions and other manufacturing documentation
Trains Level 1 Operations Specialists and other members on manufacturing processes
Evaluates new tooling for application to current designs
Recommends and implements revisions of methods of operation or material handling, alterations in equipment layout or other changes to increase production or improve standards
Dispositions standard nonconformance's (i.e. QNs/NCRs/ATRs)
Other Essential Functions:
Builds prototypes and mockups with preliminary drawings
Participates in cross-functional team projects and initiatives
Programs production equipment using applicable software
Recommends or conceptualizes improvements with tools. May design tools
Creates complex process drawings utilizing applicable software
Maintains rework processes for manufacturing
Automation Specific Functions: 1. Solid understanding of applicable automated or semi-automated manufacturing processes and equipment and 2. Proven ability to access programming controls to make logic edits and changes
Machining Specific Functions: 1. Solid implementation of manufacturing processes and/or solid design and implementation of Computer Numeric Controls (CNC) programming and 2. Solid interpretation of specifications and participation in hardware disposition
Manufacturing & Assembly Specific Functions: 1. Solid implementation of manufacturing processes and/or design/training/implementation of processes including setup/programming/training for tooling, fixturing, assembly equipment, and manufacturing aids and 2. Solid interpretation of specifications and participation in hardware disposition
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Solid written/verbal communication skills
Solid understanding of six sigma tools and lean principles
Solid troubleshooting and problem solving skills
Solid computer skills (i.e. Excel, Word, SAP, WISE, PLM)
Able to manufacture fairly complex parts or assemblies with preliminary drawings. Able to operate more advanced test or manufacturing equipment
Able to interpret fairly complex schematics or drawings and identify mistakes. Basic GD&T knowledge
Automation Specific: 1. Solid knowledge of applicable automated or semi-automated manufacturing processes and equipment and 2. Proven ability to access programming controls to make logic edits and changes
Machining Specific: 1. Solid knowledge of applicable machining processes including Computer Numeric Controls (CNC) programming, 2. Solid interpretation of specifications and participation in hardware disposition and 3. Solid knowledge of cutting tools and machine capability
Manufacturing & Assembly Specific: 1. Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes and/or design/training/implementation of processes including setup/programming/training for tooling, fixturing, assembly equipment, and manufacturing aids and 2. Solid interpretation of specifications and participation in hardware disposition
Education:
US – Associate's Degree
US – High School Diploma
Experience:
Experience as an Operations Specialist or similar external role
License & Certifications:
Certificate of Apprenticeship in a technical field in Germany and Poland
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