- Participate in projects to improve existing process and product designs, including cost analysis, equipment justification, and assist in product transfers.
- Work with global cross-functional teams to identify quality, yield and process improvement opportunities with a focus on cost reduction using lean manufacturing principles.
- Formulate proposals for projects to design and implement new processes, equipment, and mechanization of processes.
- Implements and supports Value Creation initiatives and programs.
- Coordinates introduction of new and redesigned products, coordinates special projects and performs feasibility study to improve quality, performance and cost effectiveness of products. Position involves travel overseas for product transfers and support.
- Support production through timely documentation, process analysis & improvement, defect analysis, and other technical support
- Develop and define new manufacturing processes to support new product development.
- Research, develop, characterize and implement new material systems and applications.
- Supply technical support for overseas facilities as required.
- Provide process leadership and technical training.
- Assists and manages subcontractor companies in developing, piloting and implementing manufacturing systems
- B.S. in Material Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering plus minimum 5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment
- Internal manufacturing/Process leadership (assembly and test processes, and experience leading product design teams with responsibility to transfer products into production)
- Personal computer skills and knowledge of associated applications. (Experience with windows based environment, word processing, spreadsheets, manufacturing programs (simulations and mathematical), drafting, documentation and MRP systems.
- Demonstrated ability to solve issues effectively and efficiently; process and change oriented
- Experience with adhesive systems, plastic molding, laser welding, and metal stamping for micro-miniature assemblies
- Willingness to travel overseas to support manufacturing operations (travel requirement will not typically exceed 10% annually)
- Strong analytical skills, experience in statistical process control (Six Sigma certification desirable), DOE, and other statistical techniques
- Understanding of the ISO 9000 requirements
- Experience working with mechanical fixtures and tooling prints
- Strong oral and written communication skills, influencing and negotiating skills, ability to work effectively on a team; self-directed and motivated; and strong interpersonal skills
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Description
Position at Knowles
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
Responsible for managing projects involving process development and mechanization, in context of new product development and productivity improvement in the manufacturing area. This includes initiating, evaluating and implementing solutions to design and production problems, as well as coordinating design changes and improvements necessary to improve manufacturability.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Knowles Corporation (NYSE: KN) is a market leader and global supplier of advanced micro-acoustic, audio processing, and precision device solutions, serving the mobile consumer electronics, communications, medical, military, aerospace, and industrial markets. Knowles uses its leading position in MEMS (micro-electro-mechanical systems) microphones and strong capabilities in audio processing technologies to optimize audio systems and improve the user experience in mobile, ear, and IoT applications. Knowles is also the leader in acoustics components used in hearing aids and has a strong position in high-end capacitors. Knowles' focus on the customer, combined with unique technology, proprietary manufacturing techniques, rigorous testing and global scale, enables it to deliver innovative solutions that optimize the user experience. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, Knowles is a global organization with employees in 13 countries. For more information, visit
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to:Director, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
Supervises:None
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