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Series Planning Engineer (Assembly operations)- Automotive OEMAMB Consulting Group, LLC ~ Vance, AlabamaPosition Details:Location: MBUSI Plant 2 AssemblyShift Schedule: Day ShiftCore Working Hours: 8 working hours and 1 hour lunch (times can be flexible), Monday - Friday.Weekend Work: Only if necessary (e.g. trials, process changes, etc.)Weekly Overtime: As requiredTravel: As requiredPreferred Skills:Ability to communicate technical information on a regular basis, both verbally and in writingProficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint)Skilled in project managementEffective written and verbal communication skillsEffective presentation skillsGood decision making and problem solving skillsDetail-orientedJob overview:Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the trial process planning and ramp-up coordination of production related changes resulting from product design (i.e. model years, running changes, MOPF), volume, and continuous improvement (CI) measures.Duties and responsibilities:Review new product design implications through the "Change Management System" to evaluate process impact and provide feedback on process time analysis and investment requirements.Support the development of production-compatible components and manufacturing processes in cooperation with Research & Development (R&D), central planning, and manufacturing process areas.Participate in product reviews for model changes located at the Mercedes Benz Technology Center in Germany (overseas travel required).Ensure planning and preparation of assembly processes while coordinating logistics functions and supply processes.Performs statistical quality control. Reviews and implements all VA/AA and Q-Release quality requirements measures using the controlled documentation guidelines in new product and series.Develop work procedures and instructions for production processes.Develop and implement plans to consistently increase productivity and decrease production costs.Review line targets in area of responsibility, and prepares plans and workshops to improve and support target KPIs set by the plant leader.Identify wastes in production processes, and implements improvements using Manufacturing Production Systems (MPS) and Lean Manufacturing principles andconcepts.Prepare and manage materials, equipment, and information resources to plan processes.Support the identification and resolution of manufacturability topics related, but not limited to the following: Product/process design & development, process planning, capacity planning, process documentation (i.e. work instructions), human factors, ergonomics, and safety.QualificationsThis position requires a bachelors degree in : Electrical engineering or Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.A minimum of 3 years of experience in engineering in a manufacturing environment with a strong emphasis on project management and/or process planning.