Production Systems Engineer

2 weeks ago

Anna, Ohio, United States American Honda Motor Full time

What Defines American Honda, is Who Drives American Honda

American Honda has a visionary outlook for the future, one that is filled with excitement and innovation. We seek individuals who possess the skills, determination, resilience, and aspirations that will help us achieve our forward-thinking objectives.

At the heart of our operations is innovation. American Honda is dedicated to continuously innovating and developing solutions that propel our business towards unprecedented success. We aim to be a company that acts as a source of 'power' for individuals worldwide, empowering them to pursue their initiatives and expand their potential. In pursuit of this mission, American Honda is committed to realizing 'the joy and freedom of mobility' by pioneering new technologies and adopting innovative strategies to achieve a 'zero environmental footprint.'

We invite qualified candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences, a commitment to continuous improvement, and a strong work ethic to join our team.

Job Objective

To lead, design, and execute innovative technical initiatives and solutions in the realms of Business Strategy, New Product Development, and Mass Production, ensuring that we meet or surpass targets related to Safety, Environment, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Employee Morale.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Formulate, implement, and sustain methods, operational sequences, and processes in the manufacturing or assembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final products.
  • Examine and interpret daily reports to identify potential SQD countermeasures and root cause analysis opportunities, striving for ongoing enhancement.
  • Leverage data analysis and PDCA methodologies to lead, support, develop, and justify solutions in collaboration with relevant groups/departments to address complex challenges.
  • Oversee and optimize equipment and processes to ensure peak manufacturing performance while minimizing operational costs.
  • Enhance the capabilities of oneself, colleagues, and the team through training, mentoring, and sharing expertise in technical areas.
  • Establish priorities and make informed decisions based on data analytics to effectively achieve business objectives.
  • Manage project execution, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations to ensure successful outcomes and target fulfillment. Assess manufacturing costs, determine time standards, and recommend tooling and process requirements for new or existing product lines.
  • Evaluate, test, and implement new and innovative technologies to enhance overall equipment and process efficiency.
  • Develop and oversee investment and expense budgets to meet overall cost objectives.

Qualifications, Experience, & Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 2-8 years of relevant experience based on educational background.
  • Proficient in industry-standard software applications.
  • Exhibits a positive attitude, open-mindedness, and a collaborative spirit.
  • Demonstrates strong self-motivation and a desire to thrive in a manufacturing setting.
  • Self-directed and capable of providing guidance to others for their success.
  • Exhibits leadership qualities.
  • Possesses strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Able to manage multiple tasks and resolve complex issues through analytical thinking to propose and implement suitable countermeasures based on timing, quality, and cost.
  • Strong technical analysis and troubleshooting capabilities.
  • Proficient in project management.

Key Performance Indicators

  • Achievement of project objectives.
  • Timely execution of business strategy themes.
  • Comparison of planned versus actual budget within production areas.

Communication and Collaboration

  • Engage with production engineering, associates, line support staff, managers, and upstream/downstream departments to communicate project and countermeasure needs and activities. Collaborate with department and plant management to provide project status updates and evaluations.
  • Interact with suppliers, contractors, and service providers to research and communicate project specifications, installation requirements, and general activities necessary to enhance operations.

Decision-Making Responsibilities

  • Monitor daily line performance and address areas of concern regarding countermeasures.
  • Develop and design strategies to achieve unit and company initiatives.
  • Lead and mentor other levels, fostering a culture of challenge and growth.
  • Oversee business planning and justify resource changes.
  • Determine budgetary and scheduling needs to enhance operations.

Job Competencies

  • Exemplary leadership and communication skills to engage with all levels of associates (both written and oral).
  • Demonstrated project management expertise with knowledge of E-Flow processes.
  • Adept at solving complex problems through analysis and proposing/implementing appropriate countermeasures.
  • Aligns planning and goal-setting with the company vision.
  • Shows enthusiasm for new ideas and technology through openness and accessibility.
  • Ability to lead and manage associates across multiple areas simultaneously.
  • Capable of overcoming communication barriers.
  • Ensures the implementation of continuous improvement processes and targets.
  • Considers customer perspectives in the decision-making process.

Working Environment

  • Work in a production environment requiring personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to lockout procedures in manufacturing operations.
  • Exposure to oils and cutting lubricants.
  • Hands-on investigation and troubleshooting within equipment to address issues and identify improvement activities.
  • Utilization of hand/power tools, quality gauging, and instrumentation.
  • 50% office environment and 50% manufacturing lineside activities.
  • Potential for 10-15 hours of overtime per week.
  • Availability for weekend or off-shift support as necessary.
  • Travel requirements of approximately 5% (domestic and international).

American Honda Motor is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.

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