As pioneers and global leader, Hiab is ambitious to write forward our success story, inspiring and shaping our industry. The world in which we operate with our class-leading products, intelligent services and innovative digital solutions is constantly changing.
Together, we keep everyday life moving to build a better tomorrow
As Manufacturing Change Engineer you will focus on managing the process of altering existing manufacturing systems to improve efficiency, product quality, and safety, often by designing and implementing new processes, equipment, and technologies. You will ensure that changes to production lines, materials, and processes are well-managed and don't disrupt goals such as yield, product quality, or adherence to regulations. This role requires strong problem-solving, mechanical, design, and IT skills, along with in-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement techniques. This role also requires strong interpersonal skills to interact with multiple departments within the organisation.
Main tasks and responsibilities
Safety & Quality
* Continuously improve the application of 6S, Kaizen, going to Gemba to increase safety and performance
* Develop Standard Operating Procedures within the A.I's that encompass safe working practices
* Promote Leader Standard Work systems of audit and daily management to sustain improvements in safety
* Process improvement skills including the use of 'Lean' tools to drive increased manufacturing Quality performance
* Develop daily improvement processes through Lean Daily Management Structures
* Move the company towards digital instructions and move away from paper based processes.
Engineering
* Working with the Design Engineering Process change owner to ensure the best effectivity dates are achieved to limit obsolete stock
* Working with the sourcing team to update and maintain the use of PFEP (Plan For Every Part) to establish inventory amounts, locations and replenishments
* Establish processes that utilise the use of JIT (Just In Time) reducing work in progress throughout the enterprise
* Responsible for the implementation of Engineering Change Orders or New Product Development into the manufacturing environment, including new part configuration and set-up, management of open production orders, manufacturing routing and master data management and assembly instruction updates.
Productivity
* Analysis, modelling and simulation of production based big data from sensors and devices to support development on our Manufacturing Excellence Systems (MES)
* Use of digital devices (e.g. tablets, smartphones, smartwatches) for production monitoring and control
* Continuously work with the site leadership and value stream managers to analyse data to establish opportunities for improvement
Delivery
* Review delivery performance with the Value Stream Managers and Site Leadership to identify and deliver improvement using continuous improvement tools
* Uses the kaizen events to continually improve delivery performance with tangible results
* Acting on engineering change orders in a timely fashion ensuring the changes are implemented with zero impact to production
* Monitor data integrity within our ERP system, actively looking for errors and amending any setup errors.
People
* Promotes a Continuous Learning environment through development and delivery of all intellectual property
* Promote a culture of employee engagement with the use of Kaizen to engage teams
* Bring to life each day our HIAB values and demonstrate these behaviors in his / her.
What you'll need to succeed
Education
* Qualified to degree level BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field
* Lean SixSigma Green Belt or equivalent.
Experience
* 1-2 years of experience of dealing with Engineering Change orders within a manufacturing and operations team.
* A strong software engineering background and a proven track record of delivering
* Knowledge and understanding of Mechanical, Electrics/Electronics, Assembly work, Hydraulics, Assembly Instructions and Safe working practices
* Ability to work on own initiative, to come up with solutions and problem solve
* Ability to Review Mechanical and Technical Drawings to support engineering
* Agility and personal adaptability with the ability to successfully manage multiple priorities with a high sense of urgency in a rapidly changing environment
* Experience in using ERP systems. Eg LN, SAP
* Some Experience with CAD would be beneficial but not 100% necessary.
Competencies:
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team and to work across multi departmental teams
* The ability to lead by example and effectively coaches and mentors while demanding, and receiving, exceptional commitment and outstanding results
* Demonstrated understanding & application of Lean principles using Lean Six Sigma Tools, support Value Stream Mapping, Just-In-Time, Change control processes.
* Ability to prioritize, balance, and manage multiple efforts with strong results/goal orientation
* Solid analytical skills and solution-driven thinking. Able to use large amounts of data to make strategic decisions. Passion for data, analysis, trends, reporting and technology
* Broad tactical & strategic "bandwidth", i.e., the ability to successfully manage multiple and/or rapidly changing priorities.
* Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; strives for continuous improvement of self and processes.
Interested to join?
Hiab (Nasdaq Helsinki: HIAB) is a leading provider of smart and sustainable on road load-handling solutions, committed to delivering the best customer experience every day with the most engaged people and partners. Hiab's premium equipment includes HIAB, EFFER and ARGOS loader cranes, MOFFETT and PRINCETON truck mounted forklifts, LOGLIFT forestry cranes, JONSERED recycling cranes, MULTILIFT skiploaders and hooklifts, GALFAB roll-off cable hoists, ZEPRO, DEL and WALTCO tail lifts, and the service brand HIPERFORM, a comprehensive suite of smart solutions that help maximise the life-cycle value of Hiab's equipment.
As the industry pioneer, Hiab continues to make on road load-handling smarter, safer and more sustainable to build a better tomorrow. Globally, Hiab is represented on every continent through its extensive network of 3,000 own and partner sales and service locations, enabling delivery to over 100 countries. The company's continuing operations sales in 2024 totalled approximately EUR 1.6 billion and it employs over 4,000 people.