**Description**
We are looking for a Production Development Manager for our BU in Lodi.
Your responsibilities:
- Primary role of the Production Development Manager is to design, organise and control various business processes using optimum resources like machine, space, labour, energy etc.
- Must have knowledge of work study, time & motion study, work standardization. Knowledge of PMTS (pre-determined motion time study) tool like "MOST" is preferable.
- ** Hands on experience of factory layouts, design and implementation of physical flow of materials in the shop floor, using lean concepts, Design and implement material handling systems etc**.
- Drive continuous improvement programs using tools like Kaizen, kanban etc.
- ** Should be familiar with best manufacturing practices & tools for lean manufacturing**.
- ** Should be competent in designing jigs & fixtures ergonomically**.
- Must have exposure in assembly shops involving make to order and make to stock scenarios.
- Experience of co-ordination with various cross functions.
- ** Hands on experience of AutoCAD & Pro-E are required**.
- Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.
Your background:
- Degree in Mechanical / Industrial Engineering.
- Experience of handling a team of 3 to 4 employees and co ordination with cross functions to achieve the target.
- Experience of 5 to 8 years is required.
- Good Communication skills, Planning and Scheduling.
- Skilled in troubleshooting and problem solving, 4Q, 5'S, Kaizen Activities.
- Quick learner with interest in and ability to master new technologies.
- Proficiency in English and Italian is required
- Basic overview of SAP environment is desirable.
- Know how on Lean manufacturing and pull production systems are desirable.