Specialist - Production Engineering

About the job

Responsibilities:

• Participate in new product projects by defining assembly process flow, workstation layout, and equipment/jig requirements.
• Ensure process readiness before SOP (Start of Production) through installation, validation, and trial runs of new equipment and tools.
• Prepare and update PFMEA, WI (Work Instructions), and Process Control Plans for assembly lines.
• Support the Ergonomic, OHS, and Quality requirements of assembly operations.
• Identify and implement efficiency improvement projects targeting productivity, manpower optimization, and cost reduction.
• Conduct time studies, line balancing, and workstation optimization to improve throughput and reduce bottlenecks.
• Analyze assembly data and downtime to propose solutions for yield and efficiency improvement.
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives such as Kaizen, 5S, and standardization.
• Track breakdown and part quality data from Suppliers for monitoring MTTR, MTBF and PPM trends.
• Perform scheduled audits at Supplier facility to ensure compliance of preventive maintenance plan.
• Lead HVPT activity at Supplier facility to assess capacity and supplier readiness.
• Identify and initiate improvement activities at supplier facility resulting in cost savings.
• Identify the machine, fixture, and tool requirements for new products or process improvements.
• Prepare technical specifications and support investment proposals (Cap Ex) and supplier evaluations.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and performance validation of new equipment.
• Coordinate with maintenance and production teams to ensure reliability and safety of machines.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation: timelines, risk analyses, and progress reports.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, Production, and Supply Chain during product industrialization.
• Report improvement project outcomes in terms of productivity gain, cost saving, and process quality.
• Work in compliance with Arçelik OHS, ISO 9001, and internal Dawlance procedures.
• Ensure all activities and equipment meet safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Industrial / Manufacturing Engineering
• 2 to 4 years of relevant work experience
• Knowledge of assembly process design, line balancing, and Lean manufacturing tools
• Understanding of production technologies and equipment selection
• Proficient in MS Office and basic AutoCAD / NX usage
• Project management and analytical problem-solving capability.