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Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to support production process definition to ensure optimization of cost, quality, and on-time delivery of product. Each day, you will participate in the sequence definition, cycle time calculation, and analysis of the working phases of new production processes/products. You will also showcase your expertise by sharing cycle time data with internal teams.

The work model for the role is: onsite in Pinetops NC, USA.

This role is contributing to the manufacturing of instrument transformers in USA. Main stakeholders are supporting the production areas.

You will be mainly accountable for:

•Working hand on hand with others team member for the detection, design and implementation of Kaizen improvement ideas for the Factory.
•Driving improvements focusing on workstations design & build up, cycle time calculation, timing, ergonomics, fixturing, tooling, layout design, material/product flow and automation, that will lead to efficiency, productivity, HSE and Quality goals.
•Hands on design and execution of improvements, build up and set up on the factory.
•Defining action plans and training maintenance and production resources to ensure smooth implementation of new processes.
•Preparing technical documentation and ensuring optimal efficiency in methods, performance and materials/components.

Qualifications for the role

Bachelor’s technical degree with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience; or 2-year technical degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; or HS Diploma with a minimum of 12 years of experience in providing technical leadership in a manufacturing environment

You are immersed in / engaged in / absorbed in / highly skilled in/ you enjoy working with people, processes and continuous improvement tools.

Knowledge on 3D cad software and 3D printing is desirable (Autocad, Solidworks).

Knowledge in Lean Manufacturing tools is a plus.

Strong interpersonal skills to communicate and work with diverse discipline project teams.

Ability to learn new methods and technologies.

Candidate must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.

Why ABB?  

What's in it for you  

We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day. 

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB. 

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