Specialist - Schaeffler Production Systems (Aerospace)

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG; Canada; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical and dental benefits

Regular raises

advancement opportunities

Pension matching

Profit-sharing plan

Employee discount programs

Climate-controlled production areas

Vacancy exists

AI not used to review applicants

Job summary

Schaeffler Canada is seeking a Lean Manufacturing Specialist to lead and direct the implementation of lean tools and methods in our Stratford production environment. You will teach basic and advanced tools, monitor KPIs to interpret results, and facilitate rollout of global and regional initiatives with managers.

The ideal candidate holds a BS/BA in engineering or equivalent, has at least 1 year in manufacturing, demonstrable Lean knowledge, and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree, preferably in Engineering or equivalent education with demonstrated competency
• At least 1 year of experience at Schaeffler or in other manufacturing environment
• Lean Manufacturing knowledge
• Experience with developing and documenting processes (technical and administrative)
• Quality Systems knowledge
• Advanced organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of supply chain processes
• Ability to lead implementation projects and follow up procedures
• Persistent and “driven” motivator, proactive, goal oriented
• Advanced in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to travel up to 75% Regional Role, 25% Plant Role

Responsibilities

• Lead/ direct implementation of lean tools and methods
• Teach all basic tools and moderate advanced tool classes
• Understand KPIs to interpret, teach and implement changes in operational activities including workshops, problem solving activities, etc.
• Facilitate rollouts of global/ regional initiatives and reviews
• Alignment of goals and tasks with manager to ensure applicable qualification as defined in qualification matrix
• Communicate effectively with all coworkers consistent with company procedures and LEADERSHIP ESSENTIALS
• Promote and support company policies, guidelines and mission statements
• Adherence to export control regulations and policies
• Comply with safe work practices: report unsafe working conditions, review any safety issues in operations, report all first aid incidents
• Adherence to Environmental Management System guidelines, legal compliance, minimizing environmental impact, pursuing preventative measures
• Comply with work standards, identify opportunities for quality improvements, and report quality incidents

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Microsoft Office

Supply chain

Project leadership

Time management

Team communication

Education

BS/BA degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Location: Stratford, CA, N4Z 1H3

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. Does that sound interesting to you? As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

• Competitive wages – ranges from $70,000 - $90,000 (depending on education and experience);
• Eligible for medical and dental benefits the 1st of the month following date of hire;
• Regular increases, dependent upon performance, until top rate is reached;
• Opportunities for advancement into varying positions with higher pay scales;
• Up to 6% in Pension Matching Contributions, effective 60 days from benefits activation;
• An annual Defined Profit-Sharing Plan (dependent upon company performance);
• Employee Discount programs are available for all employees;
• Clean, bright and climate-controlled production areas;
• This posting is for an existing vacancy;
• AI is not used to review our applicants.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead/ direct implementation of lean tools and methods
• Teach all basic tools and moderate advanced tool classes
• Understand KPIs to interpret, teach and implement changes in operational activities including workshops, problem solving activities, etc.
• Facilitate rollouts of global/ regional initiatives and reviews
• Alignment of goals and tasks with manager to ensure applicable qualification as defined in qualification matrix
• Communicate effectively with all coworkers consistent with company procedures and LEADERSHIP ESSENTIALS
• Promote and support company policies, guidelines and mission statements
• Adherence to export control regulations and policies
• Comply with safe work practices: report unsafe working conditions, review any safety issues in operations, report all first aid incidents
• Adherence to Environmental Management System guidelines, legal compliance, minimizing environmental impact, pursuing preventative measures
• Comply with work standards, identify opportunities for quality improvements, and report quality incidents

Your Qualifications

• BS/BA degree, preferably in Engineering or equivalent education with demonstrated competency
• At least 1 year of experience at Schaeffler or in other manufacturing environment
• Lean Manufacturing knowledge
• Experience with developing and documenting processes (technical and administrative)
• Quality Systems knowledge
• Advanced organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of supply chain processes
• Ability to lead implementation projects and follow up procedures
• Persistent and “driven” motivator, proactive, goal oriented
• Advanced in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to travel up to 75% Regional Role, 25% Plant Role

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

Schaeffler Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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