Productivity Engineer

• Execute productivity initiatives to deliver long-range strategic plan for Doors
• Facilitate cross functional team collaboration to deliver improved results
• Challenge the status quo and be a change agent for the business
• Build capability of our operations to meet customer needs and replicate equipment and process standards across the network
• Work closely with operations, stable ops, and supply chain to identify opportunities and execute change effectively
• Ability to travel up to 50%
• Educate stakeholders on the business value of strategic projects to create buy-in
• Drives effective best practice sharing and teamwork effectiveness across the Doors facilities
• Learn the door and door component manufacturing processes thoroughly, including externally supplied parts manufacturing
• Ensure that standard operating procedures exist to meet both the short term and long-term needs of the business
• Assist in the implementation of TPM standards as applicable
• Provide training to develop proficiency in key competencies

• BS in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or commensurate professional experience
• 5+ years of experience and demonstrated improvement project execution, preferably in high-volume manufacturing processes
• 5+ years of experience working in Operations Management, OpEx, or Continuous Improvement, or similar field
• Proven track record in enhancing efficiency and profitability in multi-site manufacturing environment
• Clear view of the production process and how it integrates into the wider business strategy
• Experience with one or more of the following: Furniture manufacturing, wood products manufacturing and/or woodworking processes, SMC/Fiberglass manufacturing, paper/pulp processing
• Experience in discrete manufacturing processes, manual and automated assembly, finishing and packaging, etc.
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma, TPS, Kaizen and/or other continuous improvement methodologies
• Leads and influences through other leaders
• Working knowledge of wood products manufacturing technology
• Demonstrated ability to lead change in manufacturing environments
• Customer centric approach is a must
• Naturally connects and builds strong relationships with others, demonstrating strong emotional intelligence and an ability to communicate clearly and influence
• Change agent
• Ability to persevere in the face of challenges
• Inspire trust and followership in others through compelling influence and driving results
• Strong communication (written/verbal) skills to work with senior executives across the business and within various geographies
• Plant Process, Cellular design, material and information flow
• Customer Service and Product Quality focused
• Encourage others to share the spotlight and visibly celebrates/supports the success of the team

MS or MBA a plus