Job Description

POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.

Occupational Summary (Position Objective & Authorities)
Objective:
Within the IPT structure, collaborate with Engineering, Tooling, Quality, Operations, Program Management and other departments to ensure the product meets manufacturing requirements and goals and is ready for production when launched. Support of Design for Manufacturability and participation in lean improvement activities are required. Work closely with Industrial Engineering to design and implement process and equipment layouts and improvements. Support Operations through technical support, product design, and quality standards.
Must have strong root cause corrective action skills and be highly energetic. Must have strong personal, statistical, and technical writing skills. This section should indicate the level of discretion and latitude of the role such as “works independently”; “works under close supervision”; “works under general supervision” etc.

Essential Functions (Duties and Responsibilities)
A. New Product Development

i) As a member of an Integrated Program Team, provide support to ensure program is successful and serve as the focal of Tooling, Fabrication, Operations and Manufacturing Planning to ensure the needs of these groups are met and communication is clear
ii) Collaborate with engineering throughout design and development process, capture and document engineering/build problems and work with engineering to solve, support design review process
iii) Ensure designs and build process meet cycle time expectations/goals
iv) Perform PFMEA for general product and specific designs as needed
v) Ensure drawings and designs meet requirements for internal DFM guidelines and continually update these guidelines as required
vi) Work with Manufacturing Planning and Industrial Engineering/ME Planner (VWI) team to ensure routing and instructions for subassemblies and seat assembly are clear and correct and include proper instructions and tools
vii) Prepare for a smooth product launch and support pre-production and production
build areas
B) Production Support

Production and Design Improvement
i) Provide technical support related to manufacturing
ii) Troubleshoot new or existing product problems involving designs, materials, or processes
iii) Determine root causes of failures using statistical or lean methods and recommend changes to designs, tolerances, or processing methods

Complementary Description

iv) Evaluate manufactured products according to specifications and quality standards
v) Review product design for manufacturabilty or completeness

Process Improvement
vi) Incorporate new methods and processes to improve existing operations

Process Efficiency
vii) Prepare documentation for new manufacturing processes or engineering procedures
viii) Purchase equipment, consumable, and non-consumable tools
ix) Train production personnel in new or existing methods
x) Read current literature, talk with colleagues, participate in educational programs, attend meetings, attend workshops, or participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in the manufacturing field

C) Perform other duties as assigned

Safran Seats USA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Job Requirements

Qualification Requirements

A. Education & Qualification List the Scholarship degree, type, etc. i.e.:
• B.S degree in a related technical field (e.g.: Industrial Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer/Technology, Aeronautics Engineer, or Electrical Engineer) or an Associate degree with 6 years related experience or 12 years of job related experience

B. Work Experience - Technical knowledge
• Additionally one to three years of manufacturing experience preferred
• Six Sigma or Lean certification preferred
• Catia V.5 or design modeling a plus

C. Professional Skills
• Must have basic knowledge of production methods, process capabilities, tooling processes, and manufacturing processes
• Must be capable of preparing well-written reports and orderly reports
• Must have basic knowledge of manufacturing and related operations with detailed knowledge of such fields as product design, engineering function, tool design, tool fabrication, ergonomics and EHS, space layout, handling equipment, production machinery and equipment, N/C machinery and equipment, factory methods work, etc…
• Knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing principles preferred, continuation training will be supplied
• Strong knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and Operating Systems
• Able to conduct fault isolation and troubleshooting skills for mechanical and electrical defects
• Must have the ability to generate written communication and to operate required office equipment.
• Ability to read and review written communication.
• Speech and hearing abilities that allow individual to communicate clearly and distinctly in English.

D. Behavioral Skills
• Able to work collaboratively with cross functional teams and engage in healthy debate

E. Desirable Aspects
• APQP, D&PFMEA, Control Plan
• CATIA V.5

General Work Conditions (Physical Demands)
Physical Demands
• This position requires extended periods of sitting while working with computers and viewing computer monitors and other office equipment. Finger dexterity needed in using misc. office equipment such as telephone, computer and copy machine, etc. Bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting up to approximately twenty pounds are required during tasks related to the job

Work environment
(The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions), i.e.:
• The work environment includes office setting with moderate Office noise.

Specificity of the job

International and/or Domestic travel required; add estimated percentage of time