Executive - Industrial Engineering (Mawathagama)
About the Employer
Job Description
POSITION DETAILS
- POSITION TITLE – Executive – Industrial Engineering
- REPORTING TO – Manager – Industrial Engineering
- DEPARTMENT – Industrial Engineering
- JOB LOCATION – Mawathagama
POSITION PURPOSE
The position is responsible to ensure that plant maintain a skilled workforce, maintain budgeted efficiency and minimize loss time.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Obtain design details and specifications from merchandising and sample room teams to understand production requirements.
- Study and analyze design details to estimate minimum material required for each production line, ensuring no material wastage and efficient use of resources.
- Coordinate with procurement teams to procure materials and supplies in a timely manner, ensuring continuous production with no downtime.
- Plan line layouts based on production requirements and material estimates, optimizing workflow and maximizing efficiency.
- Estimate machine requirements for each production line and coordinate with the engineering team to procure and install machines on time.
- Estimate cadre (worker) requirements and allocate resources to ensure adequate staffing for each production line.
- Train machine operators on proper usage of equipment, safety protocols, and efficient production techniques.
- Ensure timely pre-setting of machines and equipment for on-time production start dates, minimizing delays and maximizing productivity.
- Innovate to identify opportunities for Standard Minute Value SMV savings and efficiency improvements in production processes.
- Ensure quick change over efficiency met as per agreed ladder.
- Monitor efficiency metrics and ladder systems to evaluate performance of machine operators, making changes where necessary to optimize productivity.
- Measure efficiency of machine operators and production lines, implementing rewards and incentives programs to motivate and reward high-performing employees.
- Calculate incentives based on efficiency metrics and inform payroll teams accordingly in a timely manner.
- Manage jumper pool to ensure smooth operation of production lines and minimize downtime in case of unexpected absences or shortages.
- Monitor downtime and recordkeeping, escalating issues to management when necessary and implementing corrective actions to minimize disruptions.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and provide technical support to production teams, ensuring smooth operation of machinery and equipment.
- Any other duties and responsibilities assigned by the management deemed necessary for the effective functioning of the department or organization.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 1 year and above experience in related field.
- Skills and Attributes
- Proficiency in industrial engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, MATLAB, Arena, SAP).
- Strong understanding of production processes, systems optimization, and workflow analysis.
- Ability to conduct time and motion studies, data analysis, and process mapping.
- Keen attention to detail to ensure precision in process evaluation and improvements.
- Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen.
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present findings.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates are requested to submit their updated resume to [email protected] with the subject line Application for Executive - Industrial Engineering
