Lean Manufacturing Engineer

Lean Manufacturing Engineer

Lasko Products, an industry leader in designing and manufacturing portable fans and heaters for over 100 years, is hiring for a Lean Manufacturing Engineer for our Fort Worth, TX manufacturing facility.

The Lean Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for developing and implementing optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards, implementing improvements to production processes, methods and controls. The Lean Manufacturing Engineer will also be responsible for manufacturing launch for new or revised fan products/components. 

This role will report to the Engineering Manager or designate.

Essential Functions

• Prepare and maintain detailed layouts of processes and related equipment.
• Implementation of 5S on production lines and processes.
• Engage the workforce to achieve successful implementation of Kaizen events including the pursuit of continuous improvement by eliminating waste and increasing cycle times.
• Manage and lead metrics development to demonstrate cost reductions.
• Coordinate the manufacturing launch of new/revised products including establishing goals, training team members and evaluating results.
• Confer with management, engineering and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
• Confer with sales, planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods and quality results.
• Design, develop and test and/or source and cost-justify various tools, machinery and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods. Confer with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of machinery and equipment according to specifications and quality standards.
• Apply statistical methods and perform product/process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement, and improved efficiency.
• Represent manufacturing/engineering on cross-functional teams.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Competencies and Abilities

• Project Management: ability to organize and manage multiple products through manufacturing process.
• Quality orientation and high attention to detail.
• Ability to work with vendors, customers and employees.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience working with high performance teams.
• Ability to maintain safe work environment.
• Ability to perform problem analysis and problem resolution.
• Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing techniques.
• CAD/CAM proficiency.
• CNC machine programming.
• Experience with AutoCAD, ProE, Virtual Gibbs or similar programs.
• Machine tooling design, molding.
• Computer proficiency.

Required Education and Experience

• B.S. degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
• Minimum 5 years related experience required.
• Experience leading manufacturing operations in a Lean environment

About the Company

Lasko Metal Products was founded in 1906 by Henry Lasko in Philadelphia. Lasko designs, manufactures, assembles, and distributes portable fans, heaters, and humidifiers for the consumer market (Lasko brand), air purifiers (Germ Guardian brand), ventilation products such as range hoods and bathroom exhaust fans to the construction industry (Air King brand) and water damage restoration products such as air scrubbers and dehumidifiers (B-Air brand).  Lasko’s products are sold in North America, South America, the Caribbean, and Asia. The company is recognized as the leader in the portable fan and portable heating categories and proudly operates American manufacturing, assembly, and distribution facilities across the US.  Lasko’s leading market share in fans and heaters is 2X – 4X larger than the #2 brand.  Lasko’s domestic production capabilities uniquely position Lasko to serve its customers.

Lasko’s Mission is to improve everyday life with trusted products which create a healthier and more comfortable environment.  The company’s success is based on 5 Core Values:

• Be Bold:
• Challenge the status quo
• Courageously pursue the impossible 
• Reject mediocrity
• Be Together 
• Work together for success 
• Drive trust and candor with each other 
• Prioritize "We" before "I"
•  Be A Leader
• Lead with personal conviction 
• Inspire each other to deliver high- quality results
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