Join us to create change and have an impact in homes around the world.
At Electrolux, a leading global appliance company, we strive every day to shape living for the better for our consumers Jovany Santiago Carbonell, our people, and our planet. We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver enjoyable and sustainable living.
Electrolux Group is a leading global appliance company that has shaped living for the better for more than 100 years. We reinvent taste, care and wellbeing experiences for millions of people, always striving to be at the forefront of sustainability in society through our solutions and operations. Under our group of leading appliance brands, including Electrolux, AEG and Frigidaire, we sell household products in around 120 markets every year. In 2023, Electrolux North America had sales of $4.6 billion and employed more than 10,000 people.
Come join us as you are. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. In our global community of people from 100+ countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute, and grow together.
Where you’ll be:
This position will be based in Springfield TN.
All about the role:
We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled Material Planner I professional to join our team!
As an Industrial Engineer, you will be responsible for performing a variety of engineering duties related to the planning and design of manufacturing processes for new products, improving existing methods, initiating design changes for cost effectiveness and complete value add/nonvalue added analysis. Maintain and audit productivity data to assure accurate efficiency and utilization of manpower per labor standards.
What you’ll do:
• Conduct new product review and feedback for improvements in manufacturability during the initial phases of design through implementation.
• Develop equipment, materials and process performance requirements. Perform vendor searches and equipment evaluation to ensure adequate capability to produce quality product in required quantities at an effective cost.
• Attend process review and safety/ergonomic buyoff meetings for new model processes and support budget development as applicable.
• Workstations design, standardized work instructions and manning requirements
• Promote lean manufacturing operations with 5S, Poke Yoke, Kaizen, Kanban, TPM, SMED and other initiatives, to continuously improve upon our own records.
• Function as a true change agent to bring about cultural and physical change resulting in long term improvement.
• Analyze new processes and equipment with the intent of achieving continuous improvement of present methods.
• Generates capital investment request (IR’s) required for new process implementation and controls expenditures to ensure compliance with timing and budget requirements.
• Develops process documentation and trains personnel on new processes, materials, and equipment.
• Identify and comply with all health, safety, and environmental programs, policies and procedures.
• Build, implement, and maintain PFEP (Plan For Every Part) for assembly lines. Implement Pull Signals, Kanbans and identify opportunities with operations for improved line-side presentation and material flow/replenishment.
• Works directly with operations and other engineers in a team environment for problem solving, buy-in and support of new processes.
• Design layouts, zoning and planning for efficient shopping and delivering processes in warehouse operations.
Qualifications and preffered qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• 3+ years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong computer skills particularly Microsoft Office applications and CAD.
• Strong communication skills both verbally and in writing.
• Solid knowledge of bill of materials, labor standards and routing.
• Knowledge and demonstrated abilities in Problem Solving, Lean Manufacturing, Waste Elimination and Floor Kaizen.
Benefits highlights:
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
• Competitive holiday and vacation time off program.
• Retirement Savings Plan (401(k)) with relevant company contribution.
• Discounted products and an EAP upon hire and tuition reimbursement after 12 months of service.
Electrolux Home Products, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request through hrsnorthamerica@electrolux.com. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized because of such a request.
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