Implements manufacturing process improvements, identifies prospects for cost reduction, lead-time reduction, inventory reduction and quality improvement. Evaluates current machinery and layout and recommends improvements that enhance productivity and safety. Can be in charge of training teams in improvement processes, optimizes floor layout and material flow through implementing lean concepts. Documents improvements in manufacturing overhead, efficiency and utilization. A seasoned, experienced qualified with complete understating of principals, concepts, practices and standards. Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Typically requires a degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience.