Competitive hourly rate plus Per Diem for eligible candidates. Core Responsibilities In this role, you will be responsible for all activities directly linked to the improvement of stainless-steel carbody manufacturing processes.
Process Improvement:
Drive enhancements in carbody manufacturing through rigorous industrial engineering methods.
Documentation & Governance:
Update and maintain work instructions, ensuring all technical documentation meets quality standards.
Tooling & Equipment:
Conduct tooling assessments and analyze/optimize jigs and fixtures to improve production efficiency.
ECO Industrialization:
Manage the transition of Engineering Change Orders (ECO) into the manufacturing environment.
Shopfloor Support:
Provide direct technical support to production teams to ensure smooth operations and deformation control.
Scope Note:
This role is focused strictly on manufacturing process improvement and shopfloor support. It does not include design engineering or procurement activities.
Requirements:
Industry Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of experience specifically in stainless-steel carbody shell manufacturing.
Technical Expertise:
In-depth knowledge of welding processes (MIG/TIG) and deformation control. Expertise in MTM, time studies, and line balancing. Experience with PFMEA, root cause analysis, and structured problem-solving (8D/PDCA).
Documentation:
Strong capability in writing Work Instructions and maintaining digital traceability. Certifications (Preferred): Lean Manufacturing certification. Green Belt or equivalent problem-solving certification.
Supplier & Service Requirements Staffing:
Provide qualified process engineering personnel available for the duration of the contract.
Project Management:
Designate a single Point of Contact (POC) for all communications and resource management.
Deliverables:
Ensure all measurable outputs are delivered within required timelines and documented in a digital format.
Traceability:
Maintain detailed documentation of all work performed to ensure full traceability throughout the project lifecycle.