Senior Product Configuration Specialist

Senior Product Configuration Specialist

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Where is the work:

On-Site (5 days)

What you will do:

• Ability to layout and define the Manufacturing Data Preparation System (MDP) architecture for products to support any and all products for any site. Coordinate, plan and track all (MDP) work for Trane Commercial Products.
• Define and load all feature categories, feature codes, variable categories, validation, nameplate and part picking rules for all product groups into the Manufacturing Data Preparation Systems (MDP) independently for Product Development, RTS (Sustaining Eng) and Productivity (VAVE) intending to cover any project that requires MDP.
• Act as team Subject Matter Expert (SME) by providing training and mentoring to USA and offshore team members as needed.
• Determine mathematical information needed to create all temporary variable categories (VCAT) to support part picking, nameplate and validation rules.
• Define and load MDP data needed to feed the factory floor end of the line tester.
• Defines interface requirements to support the field selection tools (TOPSS) and what is required in the manufacturing systems to produce new product, product additions and changes for any site.
• Analyze, process and track changes and other design documentation to minimize processing time, optimizing department throughput.
• Provides technical recommendations to a wide variety of problems related to configuration and change management.
• Coordinates the product changes and additions within the engineering, design and manufacturing environment.
• Responsible for implementation, maintenance and audit of configuration management aspects maintained in several systems.
• Responsible for seamless and rapid implementation of material, bills of material and product data supporting the business strategies and supply chain requirements.
• Ability to travel. Expected travel time ~ 5%.

What you will bring:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Associate's Degree in Mechanical Design, Business, Manufacturing Technology, Accounting, Information Systems (or related discipline) preferred and at least 5 years' experience with configuration management is required. High school diploma or equivalent required

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Understanding of Creo or similar CAD programs, PTC Windchill or an equivalent PLM tool.
• Ability to read/comprehend engineering drawings, parts lists, bills of material and rule based logic.
• Standard logic and mathematical skills.
• Function in a technical engineering "team" environment.
• Ability to solve or coach any problems that users from any site may have with MDP.
• Ability to train any and all users in any location for any product.
• Exercise very good communication – written and verbal skills.
• Exercise analytical problem solving and resolution skills. Attention to detail required
• Exercise good organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to multi-task in fast paced, deadline-oriented environment and provide process improvements.
• Must be customer driven, innovative and quality-minded in performance of all assigned duties.
• Ability to succeed within an open collaborative environment.
• Demonstrates ability to learn new skills and adapt to changing environments.
• Adheres to all Company safety and security policies and procedures. Understands document management principles and best practices.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$65,200.00 - $118,860.00

Compensation Type:

Exception Hourly

Incentive Eligible:

No

Sales Commission Eligible:

No

Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Safety Sensitive Role:

No

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.