Lean Manufacturing Specialist, Sr. jobs in Harlingen, TX

Lean Manufacturing Specialist, Sr. implements Lean Manufacturing goals and strategies for improving the operations and processes within the organization. Evaluates all continuous improvement activities and develops plans to optimize performance and processes. Being a Lean Manufacturing Specialist, Sr. employs Lean methodologies and tools in order to accomplish business objectives. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Lean Manufacturing Specialist, Sr. also requires training and Lean certification through an accredited organization. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. To be a Lean Manufacturing Specialist, Sr. typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Lean Process Engineer
  • Panasonic Corporation of North America
  • Los Indios, TX FULL_TIME
  • YOUR MISSION:
    Researches, designs, develops, implements and improves processes to enhance schedule performance, lower costs, and improve quality through application of Lean/Value Analysis-Value Engineering concepts, techniques, analysis and decision tools within high-volume automotive distribution and logistics environment.
    to see how our employees are shaping the technologies that move us.


    A DAY IN THE LIFE:
    • Utilizes engineering methods (e.g., mathematical models, simulation, statistics) to assist in developing optimal process designs and efficient utilization of resources (e.g., facilities, personnel, materials, equipment). Develops warehousing labor standards, rates, workload and staffing models considering standard rates.
    • Develops meaningful productivity metrics and KPIs for large-scale automotive warehousing environment.
    • Surveys, benchmarks and develops gap analysis to industry benchmark KPIs for order fulfillment, receipts, picks, put-aways and shipments in automotive Tier1 or OEM environment.
    • Leads projects (ERP, cap-x, in/outsourcing etc.) to close gaps to industry benchmarks.
    • Regularly surveys equipment suppliers, 3PLs, OEMs and other 3rd parties for productivity & service level improvements enabled by emerging technologies (RFID, WMS, AGVs, conveyors, scanners, automated packaging, labeling etc.)
    • Assists with material flow path modeling and optimal bin/container/location design to minimize travel distances, reduce errors/defects and ensure reliability of critical scale processes.
    • Improves warehouse labor productivity in line with industry norms, leads cap-x improvement projects, and develops optimal balance of in-sourced/outsourced headcount,
    • Adequate LI representation in meetings and real-time communication to Site Director on issues requiring escalation
    • Ongoing communication with corporate, factory, and LI Operations to ensure operation is running efficiently and with enough capacity to meet customer demand
    • A culture of continuous improvement by constantly identifying opportunities to reduce cost, gain efficiencies, and/or eliminate waste.
    • Constant review of team activity and value-added work to identify gaps and assess the possibility of using outside vendors to offset peaks in workload.
    • Responsible for maximizing the use of Technology, Business Intelligence, and managing budget to ensure year-on-year improvements.
    • Collaboration is a vital leadership style and skill necessary for success at PASA, and as such, this role will likely work with professionals throughout all PASA sites, including MX factories and PASA corporate functions.
    MUST-HAVES:
    • Four-Year College Degree in Engineering, Materials Management or equivalent, related degree with a minimum of five (5) years' experience working in high-volume automotive manufacturing or warehousing environment or equivalent combination of education/experience required.
    • Labor Management background/experience required.
    • Prefer experience within or contracted to 3PL's, managing internal staff, external and/or contract employees.
    • Strong ability to holistically analyze overall material flow process and implement process improvements.
    • Ability to apply continuous improvement techniques (Lean, TPM, Kaizen) is required.
    • Strong communication and influencing skills with both hourly staff and senior managers.
    • Ability to project manage and deliver results in a diverse multi-cultural environment.
    • SAP Warehouse Management experience preferred (or similar ERP warehousing management application).
    • Spanish language experience preferred.

    BENEFITS & PERKS - WE'RE ALL ABOUT YOU:
    • Great Medical/Dental Benefits
    • Company-Matched 401K Retirement Savings
    • Annual Bonus Program
    • Educational Assistance
    • Relaxed Dress Code
    • PASATalks Speaker Summits
    • Leadership & Mentorship Programs
    • High5 Reward Recognition Program
    • Onsite Happy Hours
    • And many more benefits & perks found within the 'Our Culture' section...

    WHO WE ARE:
    At Panasonic, our technology and engineering expertise delivers innovation across diverse industries. It's all about the consumer experience and making sure that we find ways to enhance that experience, either through audio enhancements or through safety enhancements inside the vehicle.
    Panasonic Automotive Systems Company of America (PASA) is an industry-leading global supplier to Automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM's) for infotainment systems and advanced connected car solutions. Our clients include Ford, GM, Chrysler, Daimler, Fiat, Tesla, Honda, Toyota.
    WE TAKE OPPORTUNITY SERIOUSLY:
    Panasonic is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with our without reasonable accommodations.

    Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Automotive Systems of America.
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    Panasonic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law or company policy. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Pre-employment drug testing is required for safety sensitive positions or as may otherwise be required by contract or law. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Corporation of North America.

     

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Instructor of Manufacturing Technology
  • TSTC
  • Harlingen, TX FULL_TIME
  • Be Transformational!Do you have a desire to work in an environment where you are helping others and changing lives? As anInstructorat TSTC, you can help improve the quality of many lives by sharing yo...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Future Opening: Production - Manufacturing/Installation
  • FASTSIGNS #12301
  • Harlingen, TX FULL_TIME
  • Production Specialists work in a dynamic, creative and fast-paced environment to create and assemble sign and graphic products for many different business applications. Creative work is performed with...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Sr. Right of Way Agent
  • Percheron LLC - Careers
  • Harlingen, TX FULL_TIME
  • Posting Title Sr. Right of Way Agent Job Type Full-time Physical Work Location Harlingen, TX 78550 US (Primary) Category Operations Education Bachelor's Degree Travel 0 - 10% JOB DESCRIPTION Percheron...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Customer Service / Front Desk SR
  • TruFit Athletic Clubs
  • Harlingen, TX FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionTruFit Athletic Clubs is a purpose-driven organization. Our purpose is quite simple, Building A More Powerful You! That You represents every Teammate, every member and every community we se...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Linkage Specialist
  • Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas
  • Harlingen, TX FULL_TIME
  • If you have any trouble submitting the application, please send your resume to mtorres@bhsst.org Linkage Specialist ( full-time in Harlingen) Job Description: Conduct linkage and retention activities ...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Manufacturing Engineer
  • Manpower USA
  • Mcallen, TX
  • Manpower is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer for a growing manufacturing facility in South McAllen. .The purpose of this ...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Production Assembler
  • Johnson Controls, Inc.
  • Weslaco, TX
  • RESPONSIBILITY LEVEL: Responsible for daily production execution within the BA production area. PRINCIPAL DUTIES: * Abil...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CI & Engineering Manager
  • Johnson Controls International
  • Reynosa, Tamaulipas
  • What you will do: The Plant CI & Industrial Eng. Manager is responsible for leading and managing process improvement pro...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Production Associate (Ed Carey)
  • GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF SOUTH TEXAS INC.
  • Harlingen, TX
  • Description Retail Production Associate SUMMARY OF POSITION Retail Production Associate are responsible for sorting and ...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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PRODUCTION SPECIALIST
  • City of Weslaco
  • Weslaco, TX
  • Job Summary The Production Specialist will provide pre-production, production, and post-production work for various even...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Structural Assembler
  • United Launch Alliance, LLC.
  • Harlingen, TX
  • **Structural Assembler** 3733BR Harlingen, TX Production Operations At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a stron...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Production Supervisor / Lead Team Coach / 1st Shift
  • GE Aerospace
  • Mcallen, TX
  • Job Description Summary Serves as the 1st shift supervisor for multiple production lines ; Endeavor, Innovation & Afterb...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Production Team Partner - Linen Bagger & Folder - UniFirst
  • UniFirst Corp.
  • Harlingen, TX
  • **Production Team Partner - Linen Bagger & Folder - UniFirst** **Location:** Harlingen, Texas **Job ID** 2106784 **Our P...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

Harlingen (/ˈhɑːrlɪndʒɪn/ HAR-lin-jin) is a city in Cameron County in the central region of the Rio Grande Valley of the southern part of the U.S. state of Texas, about 30 miles (48 km) from the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. The city covers more than 40 square miles (104 km2) and is the second-largest city in Cameron County, as well as the fourth-largest in the Rio Grande Valley. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 64,849, for a growth rate of 12.5% since the 2000 census. It is the city with the lowest cost of living in the United States. Harlingen is a principal city of the Bro...
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Income Estimation for Lean Manufacturing Specialist, Sr. jobs
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