Sany Group Company Ltd. was established in 1989 with the aim of “Building a First Class Enterprise, Training First Class Talent and making First Class Contributions”. Now recognized as the largest heavy construction machinery manufacturer and one of the top 50 construction equipment manufacturers in the world, Sany has been honored as Forbes Magazine Enterprise of China Most Competitive Brand. Sany Group Company Ltd is truly a company with proud heritage and a bright future.

Sany Group had sales of 2 billion in 2007 and projected revenue of 3.2 billion in 2008. Sany Group has plants in Germany and India as well as plans for construction of a manufacturing and R&D center in the United States. Sany has 190 branch offices in 70 countries worldwide.   

Continuing the growth and standards of excellence, Sany America is established to serve the North American market and its people. Sany America is beginning the construction of a corporate campus for the North American headquarters including a 400,000 square foot assembly building which will include 160,000 square feet of R&D space for the development and assembly high quality heavy construction machinery. Sany America is committed to utilizing 95% local Human Resources in the production and R&D process. Sales revenue in the U.S. is expected to grow to 500 million by 2012.

JOb Title: Research and Development Specialist

Reports to: Research and Development Project Manager

Based at: Sany America, Inc. -- Peachtree City, GA

Job purpose:  Develops and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. Recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls. Coordinates manufacturing launch for new or revised R&D Projects.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:

1. Must be able to assist Project Manager in improving manufacturing methods utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and equipment capabilities, assembly methods, quality control standards, and safety.
2. Plans, directs, and coordinates daily manufacturing processes in Research and Development environment.
3. Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
4. Facilitates safety training with work force.

Essential Skills and Experience:

1.    Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing techniques.

2.    Planning: an ability to think ahead and plan over a 3-6 month time span.

3.    Management: the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.

4.    Advanced technical skills in manufacturing processes and methods including flow, layout, assembly and production equipment.

5.    Problem analysis and problem resolution in Hydraulics, Electrical, Cooling, and Engine Installation systems.

6.    Advanced skills in product testing, data acquisition, and analysis.

7.    Advanced skills in blueprint reading, manufacturing/quality processes, and equipment.

8.    Advanced skills in welding fabricated fixtures, structures, and assemblies.

9.    Ability to operate fork trucks, hoists, and mobile hoist equipment.

10. Possess or ability to obtain CDL.

11. High performing, quality and detailed oriented team player with ability to train employees in manufacturing processes and operations.

12. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Qualifications:

1.    Technical degree and/or minimum 10 years related experience.

2.    Must be adept in use of MS Office 2000 or later, particularly Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook.