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WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
The Lead Manufacturing Systems Engineer plays a vital role in Nike's manufacturing engineering team, spearheading the development and integration of critical capabilities in Product Quality, Industrial Engineering, and Garment Engineering. This key position drives strategic alignment of Nike's Engineering initiatives in manufacturing. Reporting to the Director of Manufacturing Systems Engineering in Istanbul, Turkey, this role ensures seamless collaboration with regional factory partners to advance Nike's manufacturing engineering goals
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WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for (two) Lead Manufacturing Systems Engineer(s) to join the team in this pivotal role within Nike's manufacturing engineering team, responsible for driving the development and implementation of foundational capabilities in Lean, Product Quality, Industrial Engineering, and Garment Engineering. This position will lead and ensure alignment with Nike's strategic manufacturing initiatives.
The ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate the below:
- Extensive experience in Manufacturing Systems Engineering, with a strong foundation in Quality, Lean, Industrial Engineering, and Garment Engineering.
- Demonstrated leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team of engineers.
- Proficiency in process engineering, with a track record of successful process improvement and optimization projects.
- Proficiency in GSD and background in factory capacity planning & management.
- A solid understanding of APAC manufacturing technologies and their application in enhancing operational efficiency and quality.
- Experience in implementing and sustaining Continuous Improvement Methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across different teams and organizational levels.
- A bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree or certifications are preferred.
- A results-driven mindset with a focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a passion for optimizing manufacturing processes.
- A commitment to quality and continuous improvement, with a passion for innovation and excellence.
- The ability to inspire and guide a team towards achieving common objectives and fostering a culture of innovation.
- A commitment to staying current with industry best practices and emerging technologies in manufacturing systems engineering.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON
- Leadership: Lead to develop and implement Quality, Lean, Industrial Engineering, and Garment Engineering principles within Nike's manufacturing partner base to elevate their overall capabilities.
- Partnership: Collaborate with the Product Risk Engineering, Senior Manager, Manufacturing System Engineering and Advance Manufacturing Engineering team to align and drive Nike's strategic manufacturing goals and continuous improvement objectives and to support the adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies that enhances foundational capabilities and connect the dots.
- Standards: Liaise with Nike's Product Risk Engineering team (based in World Headquarters) to deploy Nike's product performance standards and lead the standardization of manufacturing processes, ensuring consistency and efficiency across Nike's APAC partner base.
- Manufacturing Readiness: Leverage manufacturing integration, engineering tools and best practices with quality/process engineering to mitigate risk at production.
- Manufacturing Execution: Operate with world-class production quality engineering processes to assure perfect product is made right at the first time.
- Inspections & Audits: Reference quality measurement and verification of post-production materials and product, to make informed product decisions.
- Issues Management: Support Nike's Issues Management team to conduct comprehensive review, analysis, and resolution of product issues.
- Marketplace Feedback: Incorporate consumer feedback based on in-market product quality, and lessons applied to future product/manufacturing improvements.
- Establish and track performance metrics to assess the impact of implemented initiatives on manufacturing outcomes.
Relocation is not provided for this role.
Applications will be accepted until 6 December 2024.
NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
Benefits
Whether it's transportation or financial health, we continually invest in our employees to help them achieve greatness - inside and outside of work. All who work here should be able to realize their full potential.