Smart Factory Analyst
TRUMPF North America · Chicago, IL · 1 wk ago
Business Development$74k–$108k/yrFull-time
Principle Duties & Responsibilities
- Analyze customer part files and current fabrication equipment in relation to sheet metal processing, material flow, intra-logistics and software
- Analyze customer processes using the lean management and industrial engineering methods to improve direct/ indirect processes in fabrication
- Work with consultants and customers on production concepts, software workflow and automation solutions
- Affords sales network by analyzing and identifying customer improvement potentials and defining smart factory solutions
- Acts as a direct channel of communication between Consulting & Automation team and the Project Management and Engineering teams to ensure smooth project execution
- Works with customers to create Sales Concepts and ensures fit of the new equipment on the customer’s shop floor
- Maintains centralized database of concept layouts and drawings to ensure easy and quick access for regional sales and consulting teams
- Participates in transmittal meetings to ensure seamless transition of new orders to project management and delivery teams
Requirements
- Self-driven and motivated individual / expected travel of 50%
- Two + years experience in technical sales and/or application function in the manufacturing industry
- Industrial Engineering degree or relevant experience in process analysis, lean manufacturing or data analytics
- Background in fabrication industry with CNC machine tool experience
- Detailed knowledge in sheet metal manufacturing
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience
- Expert knowledge in process analysis, lean management, six sigma and continuous improvement
- Detailed knowledge on manufacturing solutions and machinery (also outside the TRUMPF portfolio)
- Detailed knowledge in sheet metal manufacturing
- Strong presentation and customer communication skills
- Methodical knowledge in process optimization and lean methods
- High affinity for digital solutions and software
- Excellent Excel analytical skills
Skills
- Process optimization and lean methods
- Customer communication and presentation skills
- Excel analytical skills
Pay
Pay Range: $73,710 - $107,635