<img src="https://performancemanager.successfactors.eu/doc/custom/assaabloya/EB_GPS_banner%20-1200x200px_ASSAABLOY_v2-2025.png"> Job Summary Plans, directs and coordinates manufacturing process and tooling improvements in the Denison facility. Develops, evaluates and improves manufacturing methods, using knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods and quality control standards. Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, workflow and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency. Estimates production times, staffing requirements and related costs. Apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements. Coach project engineers and tooling engineer on successful design and project management methodologies. Primary Duties and Responsibilities <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">(25%) Coach and assist in development of tooling and project engineers. <ul style="list-style-type:circle;margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Train tooling design methodologies</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Train failure analysis methodologies for improvement opportunities</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Train project management methodologies</li> </ul> </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">(25%) Completes productivity projects involving process, tool and part redesign</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">(25%) Applies lean and six sigma tools to improve production efficiencies while reducing operating cost. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">(10%) Plan and implement new tools in support of new product introduction and productivity projects</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> (10%) Leader of continuous improvement effort for new tooling area. Show year over year improvement in total output, quality and service level. This is to be achieved through capital improvement and development/implementation of standardized tooling control policies and procedures.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> (5%) Follow and implement EHS policy. Create safe working environment </li> </ul> ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Train plant personnel in World Class Techniques (Process Yield Improvement, Problem Solving, Process Monitoring, Cost Reduction, Lean Manufacturing, Quality, Six Sigma, and Safety) </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Support and/or close a minimum of 2 Six Sigma/MCTO projects per year to support business objectives.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Other duties as required by supervisor.</li> </ul> Education and Experience Profile <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">ASQ Six Sigma Green Belt certification required. Lean Manufacturing experience preferred. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">10+ years related experience preferred, including experience in Lean Manufacturing Methods</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Capital project management experience preferred </li> </ul> Required Skills <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Understanding of industrial manufacturing operations and cell manufacturing processes</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Understanding and working knowledge of statistics</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Heavy emphasis on machining and assembly operations, tooling evaluation, vendor qualification and cost savings through improved processes</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Time management and prioritization skills, sense of ‘urgency’</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Self-directed and organized with high attention to detail</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Strong written and verbal communication skills</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Able to interact with team members and customers professionally</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Strong computer skills</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical specifications required</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Able to analyze input data to maximize the output on a process</li> </ul> Leadership/Cultural Competencies: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="list-style:none;text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Demonstrate unyielding integrity in leadership and transactions.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Deliver on time and on target commitments for the team.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Inspire excellence by setting stretch goals and recognize team accomplishments</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Develop trust, accountability, commitment, and result through team work with caring and fun leadership.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> Work Environment: Working conditions are normal for an office environment and non-climate controlled manufacturing facility. Must be able to travel domestically 5% of time and internationally 5% of time. The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job/classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. ASSA ABLOY is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are the ASSA ABLOY Group Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access. As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer (Denison, TX, US, 75020) @ ASSA ABLOY AB

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