Manager Manufacture Engineering, Operations

Allison Transmission•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

The Associate Director of Operations is accountable to lead a team of salaried and hourly staff in a manufacturing area consisting of fabrication and/or assembly operations. A leader in the organization, you will be responsible for leading and guiding your team to successfully executing the production plans in line with safety, quality, productivity, and cost initiatives. The role is responsible for implementing the Allison Operational Excellence through exceptional collaboration, leadership, and guidance. This role provides input and support to overall plant strategy such as capital planning projects, workforce planning, annual budget & forecasting activities, and employee development.

Requirements

Exceptional leadership, communication and interpersonal skills to leverage the power of teamwork effectively with others at all levels of the organization and cross-functional to motivate employees and elicit work output.
Ability to adapt to changes in responsibility based on business needs.
High level of analytical ability for solving complex problems, using creative thinking to find and implement solutions / improvements.
Skilled in managing challenges and conflicts as they arise in alignment with Allison’s values and core competencies.
Continuous improvement mindset improving overall team performance to achieve plant and company objectives.
Makes decisions that positively impact the current and future state of the business.
Expertise in manufacturing standards and metrics (e.g., KPIs) for safety, quality, production, labor and material variances, lean manufacturing, and employee relations and retention.
Strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
Strong attention to detail
Comfortable presenting at direct report, peer, and senior leadership level
Demonstrated ability in forecasting, budgeting, and P&L management.
Strong technical aptitude to support manufacturing environment (assembly operations, machining operations)
Strong computer skills (Microsoft tools, Power BI, Workday, Maximo)
Bachelors degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field
7+ years’ experience in operations role in manufacturing environment with 5+ years in leadership role
Experience building, developing, engaging, and overseeing high-performing manufacturing teams, with a track record of questioning behavioral norms and driving cultural change.
Experience in applying Lean manufacturing concepts to reduce cost and improve productivity; experience developing and organizing continuous improvement programs; demonstrated track record of driving positive change.

Nice To Haves

Masters degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field
Lean manufacturing certification
7+ years’ experience in leadership role in manufacturing environment
Experience in Union environment, ideally leading a team of Union employees

Responsibilities

Directly manage a team of Supervisors with indirect oversight of 40+ hourly employees.
Responsible for full employee life cycle including selection, training, development, employee relations, and performance management.
Responsible for performance management, training and development of team members aligned with career ambitions and areas of opportunity to improve, including annual performance reviews and Individual Development Plans (IDPs).
Leads team and implements departmental objectives aligned with plant & company objectives through day-to-day management, annual performance reviews, and corrective actions.
Create, develop, and sustain a can-do climate and high levels of frequent communication, cooperation, rewards and recognition, training, and mutual support among departments.
Lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams focused on results delivery through continuous improvement in support of the Allison Operational Excellence system.
As a leader in the organization, you will provide a physical presence in the workplace to lead and promote a culture of accountability and teamwork.
Ensures Allison Transmission policies and procedures are adhered to and executed in area of responsibility.
Engagement with shop committee
Grievance management
Adherence to Collective Bargaining Agreement
Drive performance across area of responsibility aligned with overall plant objectives and strategy.
Facilitate floor operations to meet safety, quality, production cost, and schedule requirements through the utilization of established manufacturing processes and methods.
Lead Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) improvement across all areas through production performance, machine availability and quality.
Serve as a leader, trainer, and coach of Lean Manufacturing and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principles, which includes Operator Autonomous Maintenance execution and continuous improvement.
Manages inventory levels aligned with weekly production demands, working with Global Supply Chain as needed.
Provide input to company budget and forecast processes, managing budget in area of responsibility.
Develop and manage continuous improvement plans with defined action items, resource allocation, and planned timing.
Support workforce planning activities based on company strategy and plant volumes to identify resource needs and training gaps.
Work with support teams to develop annual budget, optimize resources, and ensure ongoing execution of department plans.

Benefits

Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
Employer HSA contribution
Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Short & Long-Term Disability
Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
401K with generous Company match & contribution
Accrued Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
Robust employee wellness program
Tuition assistance program