Job Description:
Position Summary:
Responsible for the operation of assigned Business Unit including workplace safety, machinery and equipment, quality, cost, productivity, delivery, and the culture of continuous improvement.
Primary Responsibilities:
Works under the direction of the Plant Manager
Manages directly and indirectly all Business Unit Team Members. The Business Unit Manager evaluates, trains, disciplines and determines remuneration of his staff
Responsible for safety performance and improvement within business unit
Develops Business Unit goals and specific plant objectives
Responsible for equipment/process/tooling capacity planning for business unit
Responsible for establishing business unit manpower requirements and adjusting manpower based on sales forecasting, turnover, productivity improvements, etc..
Lead, support or participate in standard lean events and continuous improvement activities
Lead, support or participate in formal root cause analysis/problem-solving efforts related to safety, quality and delivery incidents
Develop and implements business unit specific procedures and work instructions
Lead or assist in efforts to meet/exceed safe launch requirements
Ensure 6S initiatives are implemented and the 6S process is maintained within business unit
Review and approve production schedules to meet the demand of the customers without expedited deliveries
Responsible for meeting or exceeding annual budget requirements including direct and indirect labor, scrap, cost of quality, and overtime
Encourages Team Member engagement activities
Complies with policies and procedures pertaining to the location, corporate, and customer standards such as IATF16949 and ISO14001
May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description
Education and Qualifications:
Four-year degree in Industrial Management or related field
Five years- experience in manufacturing supervision, automotive experience preferred
Problem solving and strong analytical skills, strong self- motivation, and decision-making skills
Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary
Work Environment/Work Conditions:
Professional Office Environment
Must wear proper personal protection equipment while on manufacturing floor
Travel to manufacturing facilities or customer locations when required
Equipment used requires proper training on the potential for and avoidance of injury
Position Type:
Regular
Additional Locations:
Additional Information:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran VEVRAA Federal Contractor
Equal Opportunity Employer–minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
Please see job description for required skills.
