Plant Manager

Android/Avancez•Hazel Park, MI

18d

About The Position

Lead and manage the entire Android production operation within a customer-centric unit, including materials management, assembly, shipping, quality control, maintenance, and manufacturing engineering. Develop and administer policies and guidelines for manufacturing operations, ensure objectives for safety, quality, delivery, and cost are met, and develop human-resource bench strength throughout the production operation. The role oversees plant performance, continuous improvement, staffing, safety, customer expectations, and compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Management, Business, or Engineering.
At least 5 years of experience in increasingly complex management positions.
At least 10 years of experience in the automotive industry.
In-depth knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma process improvement.
Ability to translate progressive operating techniques into practical applications and results.
Broad knowledge of manufacturing financial principles.
Strong logic and analytical skills for resolving complex or unusual business problems.
Action-oriented and innovative approach to leading manufacturing operations.
Knowledge of plant department functions and roles to facilitate plant-wide synergy.
Proven leadership ability and experience utilizing teamwork.
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to interface with and motivate team members at all levels.
Ability to mentor and teach effective problem-solving methods for plant and customer issues.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Business Management (MBA).

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and mentor the leadership team, enabling them to lead, coach, and mentor their direct reports.
Plan, coordinate, and direct overall Android manufacturing activities, with accountability for safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery.
Maintain appropriate plant staffing levels to meet budgeted financial performance.
Use Android KPIs to track and monitor performance and implement improvements tied to the plant business plan, goals, and issues.
Drive lean manufacturing through required operating procedures, standardized work instructions, and job safety analysis.
Implement policy deployment to improve plant performance metrics and meet or exceed customer expectations, including productivity and cost-reduction goals.
Develop, drive, and support plant activities to maintain IATF 16949/ISO14001 compliance and achieve customer awards and quality registrations.
Lead the plant safety committee; assign EHS responsibilities and hold direct reports accountable for safety procedures and proper use of safety devices.
Work with the Sales Team on quoting and new business development, including pricing, program management, and plant capacity.
Maintain high standards in plant layout using 5S and PFEP.
Ensure the plant adheres to Android policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.