Senior Engineer, Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Engineer, Operational Excellence & Lean Manufacturing will play a critical role in driving continuous improvement initiatives across Peloton's manufacturing operations. Based in Taichung, Taiwan, this role will focus on collaborating with third-party manufacturers to enhance operational efficiency, reduce waste, and implement lean manufacturing principles to achieve world-class manufacturing standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in operational excellence, lean manufacturing, and process improvement, coupled with excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for driving change.

YOUR DAILY IMPACT AT PELOTON

• Continuous Improvement:

  • Lead and facilitate continuous improvement projects using lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies with third-party manufacturers.
  • Identify, analyze, and eliminate waste in manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and quality in production.

• Lean Manufacturing:

  • Promote a culture of lean thinking and operational excellence throughout third-party manufacturing partners.
  • Conduct value stream mapping to identify areas of improvement and streamline production processes.
  • Implement lean tools and techniques such as 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, and Just-In-Time (JIT) manufacturing.

• Operational Excellence KPIs:

  • Develop, track, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to operational excellence, such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), cycle time, lead time, first pass yield, scrap rate, and downtime.
  • Set targets and benchmarks for continuous improvement in collaboration with third-party manufacturers.
  • Utilize KPIs to monitor progress and drive data-driven decision-making to enhance manufacturing performance.

• Data Analysis & Reporting:

  • Utilize data-driven approaches to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Develop and maintain performance metrics to monitor the effectiveness of improvement initiatives.
  • Prepare and present reports on operational performance and improvement projects to senior management.

• Training & Development:

  • Train and mentor team members and third-party manufacturers on lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Foster a culture of continuous learning and development within the manufacturing team.
  • Facilitate workshops and training sessions to promote operational excellence.

• Collaboration & Leadership:

  • Work closely with cross-functional teams including production, quality, supply chain, and engineering to drive improvement initiatives.
  • Provide leadership and guidance to project teams to ensure successful implementation of improvement projects.
  • Act as a change agent to promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

YOU BRING TO PELOTON

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in operational excellence, lean manufacturing, or process improvement roles.
• Certified Six Sigma Black Belt or Lean Manufacturing certification required.
• Proven track record of leading and implementing continuous improvement projects in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to use data to drive decision-making.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and third-party manufacturers.
• Proficiency in using lean manufacturing tools and techniques.
• Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing software is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a focus on achieving results.
• Fluent in Mandarin and English is required.

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