Global Opex Manager

ATC DRIVETRAIN LLC•Farmington Hills, MI

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Operational Excellence (OpEx) Engineer to drive continuous improvement initiatives within our automotive remanufacturing operations. This role will be responsible for implementing lean manufacturing principles, optimizing processes, and leading cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Automotive manufacturing, Lean Principles, and process optimization with a passion for fostering a culture of operational excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in operational excellence, continuous improvement, or process engineering within an automotive manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in data analysis tools (Minitab, Power BI, SQL, Excel, etc.) and process simulation software.
Proven ability to lead Kaizen events, 5S programs, and standard work implementation.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.
Strong communication and leadership abilities to influence and drive cultural change.

Responsibilities

Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement: Identify, develop, and implement Lean projects to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance quality.
Process Optimization: Analyze manufacturing processes using data-driven methodologies to improve throughput, cycle time, and overall equipment effectiveness
Kaizen & Value Stream Mapping: Facilitate Kaizen events, perform value stream mapping, and deploy standardized work practices.
Performance Metrics & Reporting: Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure operational efficiency and cost savings.
Organizational
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with production, quality, supply chain, and engineering teams to align operational excellence initiatives with business objectives.
Cost Reduction & Waste Elimination: Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement strategies to reduce material waste, downtime, and energy consumption.