Improvement Manager, AMBS

Job Responsibilities:

• Optimize and maintain the system for the five AMBS principles: standardized work processes; defined customer/supplier relationships; optimized flow, dedicated teams, and visible leadership.

• Collect, analyze, and model information from process and machine capability studies and validate processes.

• Analyze and identify opportunities to reduce process variation, improve process capabilities, and optimize process performance.

• Establish, write, and train to designated procedures and work instructions in accordance with established AMBS standards and requirements. Conduct audits and WOC’s of procedures to ensure compliance.

• Provide data for qualification of new processes or commissioning of new equipment.

• Engage employees in continuous improvement activities; train and coach them to desired standards.

• Serve as a primary resource to department managers and supervisors for problem identification, resolution, and continuous improvement

Job Requirements:

• Four-year degree in a technical discipline such as engineering is strongly preferred. In certain circumstances, a combination of education and experience can be substituted.

• A minimum of five years’ experience in process, manufacturing or industrial engineering is required.

• Knowledge of the casting process and molten metal background is desirable.

• Extensive knowledge of ASTM standards is desirable.

• Strong knowledge of continuous improvement tools such as SPC, and statistical methods is essential.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required.

• Ability to speak effectively in front of employees and stakeholders of the organization.

• Must be able to work cohesively in a team environment.

• Must be proficient in using Microsoft Office tools.

• Prior knowledge of Microsoft Power BI, SAP is strongly preferred.