New Product Integration Engineer

ecution at the start of the production (SOP). The position manages the P3 & P4 processes to achieve flawless execution at Start of Production (SOP) in the areas of safety, productivity, quality, efficiency, cost, and delivery. The position works closely with Yamaha Motor Corporation (YMC) in Japan & YMUS Design Engineers, the Marine Innovation Center (MIC) and Manufacturing Leadership, Quality, Operations, Production Engineering, Sales, Information Systems, Operational Excellence Support, and supply chain teams to identify the requirements SOP for new product integrations and follows the process through serial production at the manufacturing locations.

What you'll be doing:

• Work closely with manufacturing operations leadership to develop and meet the requirements for operational NPI readiness (P3) and new product integration (P4).

• Lead the P3 and P4 processes for all new product at the YMUS MBU.

• Develop, evaluate, and improve production methods utilizing lean tools, knowledge of product design, materials and parts, tooling and production equipment capabilities, process methods, and quality control standards to reduce manufactured cost and ensure the flawless execution of NPI.

• Help develop the P-Process skills, knowledge, and process effectiveness at the MBU manufacturing subsidiaries.

• Develop and maintain the 3+2 manufacturing strategy for the MBU, working closely with NPD and manufacturing leadership.

• Lead the development of the business case for determining the "where built" for new products in development (P0 & P1).

• Lead process improvement evaluations on the P-Process at least annually following the Plan, Do, Check, Act (PDCA) model.

What you need to be successful:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Management.

• 10+ years of operations management experience in progressive roles of leadership, including leading multiple NPIs following a structured gate process.

• 10+ years applying lean manufacturing methodologies to support continuous improvement in manufacturing operations

• Demonstrable experience leading manufactured cost improvements at multiple locations in a geographically dispersed business, involving multiple NPIs, projects, timelines, teams, and deliverables.

• Experience working in an ISO9001 manufacturing environment and a demonstrated clear understanding of ISO9001 requirements

• Travel up to 60% of the time.

• Experience in leading manufacturing operations CI and NPI in heavy truck or automotive preferred.

• Experience in TS or IATF 16949 preferred.

• Accredited Lean Six Sigma Green Belt preferred Black Belt or Master Black Belt.

• Experience working with the Society Manufacturing Engineers, the Association of Manufacturing Excellence, and the Shingo Institute preferred.

• Industry experience in Fiberglass Reinforced Plastics (FRP) and Aluminum boat building or related fields preferred.

• Exhibit strong leadership skills with the ability to maintain a wide range of multi-site relationships at all levels of the organization utilizing influence, communication, facilitation, and presentation to effectively define and manage positive change.

• Possess a thorough understanding of NPD, NPI, and the P-Processes and practices, with ability to assess, explain, and deploy with a common-sense approach to plant teams to drive flawless execution at SOP.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and underrepresented minorities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Yamaha, we understand that talent comes in various forms, as such we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!

What's in it for you:

• 401(k) and Profit Sharing

• Fertility Benefits

• 37.5 hour work-week

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Life and AD&D Insurance

• Wellness Program

• Short-Term Disability Coverage (for hourly roles)

• Long-Term Disability

• Student Debt Repayment Benefits

• Ability to borrow Yamaha product

Reports to: Director of Manufacturing Support

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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