It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
Roles
Lead and investigate process optimization.
Build a capacity model by analyzing SAP data from production work centers, material numbers and drawing numbers.
Lead and manage project deliverables.
Review workplace safety and ergonomics for the facility.
Collaborates with teams across various disciplines to implement methods and modifications to reduce production costs and increase production capacity.
Collaborates with Business Insights, Sales and Costing on new business opportunities.
Responsibilities
Collaborates with teams across various disciplines to implement methods and modifications to reduce production costs and increase production capacity.
Collaborates with teams across various disciplines to implement methods and modifications to reduce production costs and increase production capacity.
Eliminate/Minimize production defects and poor quality thru process improvements.
Perform GEMBA walks in each production area to identify gaps in the process.
Perform the 8 types of waste (DOWNTIME) analysis.
Define solutions to process issues and its completion timelines such as hand tools, standard WIP, system transactions, etc.
Develop and sustain manufacturing line layout.
Collaborates with teams across various disciplines to implement methods and modifications to reduce production costs and increase production capacity.
Analyze customer requirements to develop manufacturing process within those parameters such as lead time, head count, takt time, identifying the bottleneck in the process, maximize raw material usage, labor cost, etc.
Identify production capacity and machine capabilities for growth opportunities.
Apply Lean tools such as 5s, Process Flow Map, Plan Do Check Act, Total Preventive Maintenance, Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis, and Value Stream Map.
Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Be attentive to details and comfortable with incomplete information.
Arrive on time, prepared and willing to learn/participate in new projects.
Have a sense of urgency and positive attitude with project deliverables and obstacles.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in all levels of the organization.
Thorough understanding of ergonomics and applicable industry standards.
Ability to understand manufacturing process flows and production methods.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and computer-aided design (AutoCAD).
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
Must be able to access and navigate all areas in the facility and access all machinery.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering required
Lean Green Six Sigma certification
Certificate in AutoCAD desirable
Work Environment
Manufacturing plant environment with extreme fluctuation in temperature.
Dusty and noisy environment.
Exposure to odors and fumes.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefit Details
- Group Health Insurance
- Company Paid Group Term Life
- Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Critical Care
- 401k – Eligible day one of employment (Contributions can be from 1% to 50% of salary. Company match of up to 4% quarterly based on safe harbor election)
- Holidays – 9 per year (Eligible after 30 days of employment)
- Vacation time
- Educational Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Onsite Clinic – Free medical visits
- Safety and Attendance incentives
- Employee Appreciation Days
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering
- Lean Green Six Sigma certification
- Certificate in AutoCAD
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
- Proficient with AutoCAD / computer-aided design
- Ability to analyze SAP production data and build capacity models
- Thorough understanding of ergonomics and applicable industry standards
- Knowledge and application of Lean tools (5S, VSM, PDCA, TPM, PFMEA)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to lift 15 pounds and access/navigate all facility areas and machinery
What We Do
Madix, Inc. is a U.S. manufacturer of retail shelving, store fixtures, displays, racks, lighting, signage, fitting-room systems, and queuing solutions. The company partners with retailers and national brands to design, customize, manufacture, and deliver merchandising and storage systems for stores and rollouts. Its capabilities include metal, wire, wood, specialty fabrication, tooling, automation, and installation support across diverse retail environments in the United States and internationally.
