Manufacturing Production Manager

Aurora•Pittsburgh, PA

6d•$133,000 - $213,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Aurora’s mission is to deliver the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly. The Aurora Driver will create a new era in mobility and logistics, one that will bring a safer, more efficient, and more accessible future to everyone. At Aurora, you will tackle massively complex problems alongside other passionate, intelligent individuals, growing as an expert while expanding your knowledge. We’re searching for a Manufacturing Production Manager to join Aurora’s Hardware Operations - Manufacturing team. This team is responsible for planning, managing, and executing production of Aurora products. Quality, on time delivery, and cost controls are essential to the success of the Hardware Operations - Manufacturing Team.

Requirements

10 years of experience in production management; may include time spent as an individual contributor in a production office
Knowledge in Production Planning
Experience with ERP implementation and continuous improvement
Ability to multi-task and adapt quickly to changing designs
Ability to learn and adapt quickly to changing designs
Manufacturing in R&D environments

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in ERP and Manufacturing Execution Systems
Program or Project Management skills
Knowledge of JIRA and Confluence
Bachelors of Science degree in engineering
Masters in Business Administration degree
Financial and accounting foundational knowledge

Responsibilities

Manage a team of Production Planners and Project Managers
Communicate manufacturing status to Hardware leadership at recurring check ins, development gate reviews, change control board, risk assessments, and program meetings; Includes a clear indication of schedule, quality and budget for any production job
Chiefly responsible for delivering the supply to meet aggregate manufacturing demand for Aurora, including vehicle and independent demand for both internal and external manufacturing as well as repair and maintenance of the Aurora Driver Kit.
Track and control key performance indicators listed in the Quality Management System, such as cost metrics and production efficiency
Host manufacturing production stand ups for Vehicle Integration, Integrated Modules, Subassemblies and Harnesses inclusive of all collaborative teams
Support fleet demand for hardware issue resolution, changes, upgrades and spare parts demand
Champion and facilitate the use of the ERP system to log all business transactions, including job work data and inventory controls
Ensure Production Readiness and Clear To Build for Hardware in the Loop (HIL) Benches, Modules, Computers, Harnesses, and Integration Assemblies
Collaborate with New Vehicle Introduction engineering for the creation of Manufacturing BOMs (MBOM), support data management and part creation in the ERP
Coordinate with manufacturing leadership for resources and technicians to maximize production efficiencies, yet maintain flexibility to adopt approved design changes
Coordinate material processes with Supply Chain, Quality, VRE, SEO, HW Product Engineering teams
Manage HW Product Rework with urgency to minimize Fleet downtime
Drive continuous improvement in production, and minimize production downtime