Scout Motors
manufacturing
Manager,ManufacturingSystemsAssembly
“Manager, Manufacturing Systems - Assembly at Scout Motors. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement, automotive assembly, leadership. Supports all aspects of production processes including safety, quality, delivery, cost and morale. drives successful implementation of Scout’s Production System processes and standards”
What You'll Achieve.
achieving the following; Supports all aspects of production processes including safety, quality, delivery, cost and morale; drives successful implementation of Scout’s Production System processes and standards; Drive Problem Solving activities and innovation in assembly; Review daily KPI’s; Ensure compliance in all audit initiatives and all areas of the operations; Manage resources to support project completion of lean projects; Drive launch and mid-cycle action activities, cost improvements, and raising the bar on quality and product safety; Monitor launch curve attainment for new programs
Industry & Context.
Drive Problem Solving activities; lead root cause analysis on issues in assembly; establish PDCA as needed
Ability to work any shift and support overtime based on the business requirements, 4-5 days per week in the office, regular in-person meetings and events, convene with Scout colleagues in person, travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Minimum of 8 years of experience in automotive assembly, Finish (End of Line), at least 5 years in a supervisory or leadership role, Bachelor’s degree in engineering in automotive technology, Manufacturing, or related field, Assembly, Wheel Alignment, Roll Booth, Water test, ASAS commissioning, understanding of pre-series builds, Finish (End of Line), and the automotive production process, Hands on experience with assembly tools, jigs and fixtures in manufacturing setting, Experience developing production systems and technology, A working knowledge of Planning, Assembly Operations, and Logistics, knowledge of continuous improvement systems, such as TPS, VPS, and Lean Manufacturing principles
Nice to Have
An equivalent amount of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
What You'll Do.
Supports all aspects of production processes including safety
drives successful implementation of Scout’s Production System processes and standards
Help lead assembly from development phase through SOP on New Models
Drive Problem Solving activities and innovation in assembly
lead root cause analysis on issues in assembly
Support with change management initiatives in assembly
drive workforce engagement
and provide coaching and feedback to all employees
Ensure compliance in all audit initiatives and all areas of the operations
Manage resources to support project completion of lean projects
Drive launch and mid-cycle action activities
and raising the bar on quality and product safety
Monitor launch curve attainment for new programs and establish PDCA as needed
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with other departments and areas to include maintenance, quality, industrial engineers, programmers etc.; interface with various levels of employees and management within all areas of the Plant; build effective business relationships with plant leadership and customers
Communication Scope
Great Verbal and non-verbal communicator; listener; Excellent interpersonal skills
Process & Methodology
Manage resources to support project completion of lean projects, Drive launch and mid-cycle action activities, Monitor launch curve attainment for new programs and establish PDCA as needed
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