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Job Category:Engineering and ScienceSchedule:Full timeJob Description:

Job Description:

PURPOSE:

To review and improve current manufacturing processes and establish the manufacturing methods and layouts of new products. Confers with management, engineering, planning and customer service to design a manufacturing and inventory system to serve the needs of all facets of the business.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Participates as an active member of the operations team to develop strategic planning, budgets and competitive intelligence

Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods and processes

Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency and ergonomic consideration

Confers with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods

Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and justify the purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards

Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions

Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential

Works with Systems personnel to make sure the appropriate work center, routing and pay points are defined in the manufacturing software

Responsible for executing and supporting the quality system and procedures in the effort for continuous improvement and compliance with Rite Hite Enclosures standards

Develops and improves production quality processes and related documentation

Ability to prioritize multiple projects

Understand, support and enforce safe production practices

Facilitate training among production employees

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Process review and improvements.

Establishing the manufacturing of new products

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree (B. S.) from 4-year college or university in industrial, manufacturing or mechanical engineering. Also, 3 to 5 years related experience in a fast paced manufacturing setting strongly desired.

Knowledge of manufacturing, quality, tooling, tool design, preventative maintenance and engineering processes/methods

Demonstrated understanding of Lean Manufacturing tools and concepts

Six Sigma training or certification desired

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.,) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the esse tial functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand; sit; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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Company Description:

Rite-Hite is the global leader in the manufacture and distribution of industrial loading dock and door equipment. Our innovative products and world class sales organization ensure solid, consistent growth, both for our company and our staff. We are always looking ahead to develop innovative new products and services to improve our customers' safety, security, and productivity.

We Offer:

Rite-Hite provides competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and paid medical leave. We also provide a retirement savings plan that combines 401(K) with company match and profit sharing. Paid holidays, vacation, and up to five paid personal/sick days per year round out the package.

Rite-Hite is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer offering a drug free workplace for our customers and employees.