Manufacturing Specialist - Temporary assignment

Coordinate and expedite the flow of materials (from suppliers and also within departments) according to production schedules. Plan and schedule material/production needs. Proficient professional, contributes to projects and initiatives, influences at the site level and determines and executes to operational standards and processes, and requires understanding of a concepts, methods and procedures.

Essential Responsibilities:
• Responsible for material ordering, availability, and scheduling targeting 2-week inventory levels, at a minimum
• Oracle and Digital Cockpit expert
• Ensure systemic accuracy of inventory
• Rescheduling materials for pull ins (expedites) and push outs (for inventory control)
• Daily Shortage root cause investigation and resolution
• Partner closely with suppliers focusing on: packaging needs, min/max planning; PCNs, as they relate to old/existing parts, materials replenishment planning, root-cause problem solving
• Conduct daily walks on the floor and the receiving dock to investigate and resolve material issues
• Support material transfers, supplier reviews w/Sourcing
• Field Modification Instruction, as appropriate - ordering material, formulating schedules
• Supplier visits, as needed - internal and external
• Manage Phase In / Phase Out (NPI) to minimize obsolete material
• Provide supply analysis data and recommendations as necessary
• Assist in cycle count efforts as determined
• Support tool development for prediction of material issues
• Support all lean activities, initiatives, and action workouts
If you have any questions regarding the opening, please contact hiring manager Marcus Gustafsson at +46 90150371.
Last day of application is 22nd October 2018.

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with strong experience in Manufacturing)
• Computer proficiency
• Working knowledge of MRP
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Strong problem solving skills

Desired Characteristics:
• APICS Certification
• Oracle knowledge and experience
• Six Sigma Green Belt