Lean Manufacturing Specialist jobs in Spartanburg, SC

The Joining Specialist:

• Provide technical support with all joining applications and systems within the Body-In-White department.
• Develops new joining applications and systems in the Body-in-White to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Leads joining technology teams that support Body-in-White objectives and projects.
• Assists in developing manufacturing concepts for Body-in-White processes.
• Develops design standards and specifications related to joining applications and systems.
• Provides technical support related to joining applications and systems during the introduction of new models and series support.
• Participates in cross-functional project teams supporting activities related to joining topics.
• Ensures proper joining specific documentation delivery from the Original Equipment Manufacturer.
• Plans and implements improvements within Body-In-White related to the specific joining applications and systems.
• Develops solutions in automated processes using joining applications and systems.
• Provides technical support to Body-in-White groups for resolving joining application and system related issues.
• Supports the Body-In-White Technical Training and Development program by conducting training classes, providing technical documentation, etc.
• Understands and models VPS (Value Added Production System) Principles and concepts of Standard Work and Problem Solving.
• Adheres to 5S and Safety Standards and Principles.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

BMW Manufacturing is a leader in innovations and excellence. Come be a part of the extraordinary advanced manufacturing team where new technologies and ideas are constantly being discovered and implemented.
BMW Manufacturing is proud to be located in Upstate, South Carolina at the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, providing the perfect mix of exciting city life and the great outdoors, or simply a great environment in which to raise a family.
In addition to offering a stimulating work environment and a great place to live, BMW Associates have access to an exceptional range of benefits. Our comprehensive benefits program includes:
- Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 401(k) plan with company matching contribution
- Retirement Income Account
- Life insurance
- BMW Associates Assistance Program
- Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Company vehicle program

• BS degree in Weld Engineering or Engineering or the equivalent of 4 years of work experience in a joining engineering role (automotive preferred).
• 5 years of manufacturing/planning experience (automotive preferred) in a highly automated process.
• 2 years of project team experience in a manufacturing or business environment.
• 3 years knowledge of joining applications and systems hot (welding, laser, MIG / TIG, etc.) and cold (gluing, rivet, etc.).
• 1 years PC skills (MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• 1 years PC hardware troubleshooting, Networking and TCP/IP knowledge.
• 1 years written and oral communication skills.
• 1 years project management skills.
• 1 years Business Administration skills (budgeting, planning, Time Management etc.).
• 1 years knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• 1 years CAD knowledge (CATIA preferred).
• Basic knowledge of SAP.

BMW Manufacturing Company is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW MC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Employment with BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC (BMW MC) is at-will and may be terminated at any time, with or without notice, at the option of BMW MC or the employee.