·        Represents manufacturing on cross-functional teams.

·        Improves manufacturing processes and methods for cost-reduction, quality improvement and efficiency.

·        Prepares and presents plans for the above and coordinates deployment including training of team members.

·        Assists plant management in improving a system of production control, standard operating procedures, safety, quality control and training.

·        Coordinates the manufacturing launch of new/revised products including establishing goals, training team members and evaluating results.

·        Designs, develops and tests and/or sources and cost-justifies various tools, machinery and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods.

·        Performs product/process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement, and improved efficiency.

·        Performs research, design and development of manufacturing processes including production flow, assembly methods and production equipment.

·        Prepares and maintains detailed layouts of buildings and equipment.

·        Carries out process improvement, problem resolution, project management and employee training.

·        All other related duties as required.