Develop, validate, and implement detailed job instruction sheets (JIS) that enable consistent, high-quality manufacturing execution for new and existing products.
Serve as a subject matter expert for work instruction methodologies, ensuring clarity, standardization, and alignment with engineering and quality specifications.
Collaborate proactively with Manufacturing Engineers, Operators, Quality, and Design teams to collect input, resolve issues, and ensure JIS accuracy and relevance.
Identify and mitigate risks associated with inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated work instructions that could impact production quality, schedule, or safety.
Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions related to instruction errors, process inefficiencies, or operator feedback.
Own the resolution of escalated issues related to technical planning or documentation by coordinating cross-functional actions and driving to closure.
Drive continuous improvement by analyzing production feedback and process data to identify opportunities for optimization in the instruction development cycle.
Ensure documentation is audit-ready, traceable, and compliant with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
Track and report progress of JIS development, highlight risks or blockers, and support resolution through cross-functional collaboration.
Provide mentoring or guidance to junior engineers involved in documentation processes.
Requirements
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
Demonstrated professional or educational experience communicating in English and Spanish (verbal and written)
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract