Production Control & Logistics Improvement Coordinator

Production Control & Logistics Improvement Coordinator

Production Control & Logistics Improvement Coordinator

Location:Jackson, MS
Job Type:Direct Hire
Salary:$65,000.00 - $68,000.00
Date:12/15/2011
Job ID:01822420
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Job Description
Our client, a major Tier I supplier of interior components, has an immediate opportunity for a Logistics Improvement Coordinator in their facility near Jackson, MS.

Description(Purpose and Main Responsibilities)

* Role of the Improvement Coordinator = deploy Company's Excellence System, and drive the implementation
of Production Control&Logistics (PC&L) tools and methodologies within the plant. Main missions are to:
* support logistics supervisors in the implementation of PC&L tools ( receiving board, leveling board, TPA )
* ensure plant implementation of PC&L methods and tools ( see FES audit standard reference )
* provide plant with PC&L standards: Milk run, leveling ( LISA ), pull system ( leveling board ), receiving board, stock segmentation
* define PC&L deployment objectives on a semi-annual basis and build up an action plan in cooperation with plant PC&L employees ( scheduler, material managers, logistics supervisor ) in accordance with PC&L manager
* Achieve the action plan and ensure results.
* Communicate Improvement initiatives: train and coach plant employees when necessary and carry out progress workshops in accordance with the plant PC&L manager.
* Propose, in coordination with the Production System Efficiency coordinator, visual management systems in order to improve reactivity in case of problems.
* Identify and implement best practices.
* Ensure safety and quality standards are met throughout the plant
* Participate in 5 S, implement 5S improvements
* Participate in Hoshin and Continuous Improvement Events as assigned by management. Participate in and promote the goals of the Ideas Improvement Program
* Stay informed of quality issues and opportunities as relates to position and or department
* Stay informed of environmental aspects, follow procedures and work to eliminate or reduce the FMEA ratings as relates to position and or department
* Complete all other duties and tasks as assigned by managementQualifications(Education, Experience, Skills and Competencies)

* Bachelor's degree
* Experience in production in an industrial environment
* Knowledge of quality matters
* Excellent MS Excel skills
* Experience with materials flow tools
* Excellent communications skills