LEAN MANAGEMENT / PROCESS IMPROVEMENT ENGINEER

Quest Global is an organization at the forefront of innovation and one of the world’s fastest growing engineering services firms with deep domain knowledge and recognized expertise in the top OEMs across seven industries. We are a twenty-five-year-old company on a journey to becoming a centenary one, driven by aspiration, hunger and humility. We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible, possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we're eager to hear from you. LEAN MANAGEMENT / PROCESS IMPROVEMENT ENGINEER Job location: South-East Milan area Overview: Reporting to Program Manager, the selected resource will be accountable for defining and implementing strategies and actions aimed at promoting process improvement and productivity optimization within a well-structured testing, inspection, and certification services lab collaborating with premium OEMs in different industries (Aerospace, Energy/O&G, Life Sciences, Transportations, etc). Job Responsibilities: Implementation of new capital equipment from specification and ordering through delivery, installation, and release to production; Create Process drill down & gap analysis and identify improvement activities to minimize waste in processes/methods of manufacture; Carry out Value Stream Mapping on key processes; Perform root cause analysis to identify failure modes/waste elimination ideas and corrective actions with CFT on key failure modes/waste elimination; Demonstrate effective application of optimum manning in a work environment to carry out improvement activities to minimize waste in a process and/or method of manufacture; Help build and maintain shop floor work instructions (including specifications, engineering changes, QAD/process control, and tooling definition/requirements); Use specific Virtual Manufacturing analysis tools to support safety, quality, and productivity improvements as required; Lead productivity and equipment improvement activities within a facility; Author final recommendation reports and support in the creation of key specifications for CAPEX and monitor measures to assess the impact; Coordinate in sharing best practices within the community of practice; Obtain agreed estimate times with operators and validate against production requirements; Write Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for any local process or assist suppliers in creating SOP. Required Skills (Technical Competency): Engineering Degree; At least 5 years experience in a similar role; Ability to demonstrate an understanding of Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering Processes & practices, Method of manufacture, Work study, and Time study; Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing/Management, Value Stream Mapping, and Continuous Improvement methodologies; General awareness of Manufacturing Systems (CAD, CAM, CAPP, Manufacturing Execution System, PDM, SAP) and plant layout relevant to the business. Desired Skills: Commitment, precision, flexibility, reliability; Excellent documentation and presentation skills; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Excellent teamwork attitude; Ability to manage complex projects with multiple cross-functional interfaces; Strong communication and interpersonal skills; Capable of working with minimal direction; Self-starter with a positive attitude and high ethics; Able to manage multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment, meeting strict deadlines; Innovative, curious, able to deal with ambiguity and motivated to think outside the box; Must be flexible, with a high tolerance for organizational complexity and ability to work with partners from different cultures and time zones; Availability for business travels (short & long term travels). Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent, Contract with VAT Salary: €40,000.00 - €70,000.00 per year Benefits: Company computer; Support for professional development; Availability: Monday to Friday; No weekends; Flexible hours; Overtime; Day shift; J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Italia, IT

Posted Date: 11/13/2024