Industrial Engineering Manager

Industrial Engineering Manager (final assembly)**Key Responsibilities**:**Process Optimization and Efficiency**:- Analyze and improve SMT and DIP production processes to reduce cycle times, improve throughput, and enhance productivity.- Develop and implement time studies, process flow analysis, and balance lines to maximize efficiency.- Evaluate and refine layouts, material flow, and workstations to meet production targets.- Identify bottlenecks and provide actionable solutions to enhance production capacity.**Cost Reduction Initiatives**:- Monitor material usage, labor efficiency, and equipment performance to identify cost-saving opportunities.- Evaluate alternative methods, tools, or technologies to reduce operating costs.- Implement lean manufacturing principles such as 5S, Kaizen, and Six Sigma to drive continuous improvement.**Quality Assurance**:- Work closely with the quality team to ensure SMT and DIP assemblies meet customer and industry standards.- Investigate and resolve process-related quality issues such as soldering defects, misalignment, or assembly errors.- Support root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for process improvements.**New Product Introduction (NPI)**:- Collaborate with R&D, product development, and design teams to ensure smooth introduction of new products on SMT and DIP lines.- Review and provide feedback on design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA).- Validate process parameters, fixtures, and tools required for NPIs.**Team Management and Development**:- Supervise and mentor a team of industrial engineers and technicians.- Provide training to the team on new technologies, standards, and methodologies.- Conduct regular performance evaluations and foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.**Equipment and Technology Management**:- Oversee the maintenance, calibration, and upgrades of SMT and DIP equipment.- Assess and justify investments in new machinery or automation technologies to improve production efficiency.- Manage relationships with equipment suppliers for procurement and ongoing support.**Data Analysis and Reporting**:- Collect, analyze, and present metrics related to machine utilization, yield rates, scrap rates, and other performance indicators.- Generate and maintain work instructions, process documentation, and operational records.- Forecast capacity requirements and provide input on production planning.**Safety and Compliance**:- Ensure that all production processes adhere to safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.- Implement and enforce policies to maintain a safe and healthy work environment for the team.**Qualifications**:**Education**:- Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field. MBA or advanced certifications in engineering/management is a plus.**Experience**:- Minimum of 5 years of experience in final assembly supervisory/managerial role.- Proven expertise in SMT and DIP processes and equipment, including reflow soldering, wave soldering, and selective soldering.- Strong experience in implementing lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.**Technical Skills**:- Proficiency in manufacturing software/tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, MES (Manufacturing Execution System), and ERP systems.- Understanding of IPC standards (e.g., IPC-A-610, IPC-J-STD-001).- Familiarity with statistical tools and data analysis software (e.g., Minitab).Tipo de puesto: Por tiempo indeterminadoSueldo: $1.00 - $2.00 al mesEscolaridad:- Licenciatura terminada (Deseable)Experiência:- Ensamblaje: 5 años (Obligatorio)Idioma:- Inglés (Obligatorio)Lugar de trabajo: Empleo presencial