Production Systems Engineer

HL Mando America Corp•Opelika, AL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The HPS Engineer acts as a Production System Engineer with broad responsibility for the successful implementation of the Halla Production System (HPS) and plant-wide Continuous Improvement (CI) projects. This position does not have direct reports but provides leadership in lean principles and continuous improvement strategies that directly impact production volume, cost, and quality.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or equivalent combination of education and experience providing both theoretical and practical knowledge in the field.
Eight (8) or more years of progressively responsible experience, including project management and use of production systems/CI principles (e.g., lean manufacturing).
Experience in automotive high-volume manufacturing environment required.
Must be at least 18 years of age due to federal labor law requirements.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Comprehensive knowledge of lean principles and automotive operations.
Proficiency in project management systems, tools, and methodologies.
Strong organizational skills with ability to execute tactical plans effectively.
Strong interpersonal and teaching skills to influence and coach others.
Excellent time management skills with a demonstrated sense of urgency.
Ability to make sound, timely, and reasonable judgments.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a Six Sigma Black Belt is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead HL Production System implementation using the twelve (12) lean HPS elements supporting standardization, people involvement, continuous improvement, built-in quality, flow, and flexibility.
Develop, maintain, and communicate a vision and strategy for comprehensive Lean manufacturing systems and HPS with a focus on continuous improvement.
Manage Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives, including planning, initiation, and implementation of projects of considerable scope, variety, and complexity.
Set expectations for a lean culture by leading direction and focus, ensuring a comprehensive understanding and implementation of HPS concepts that deliver quantifiable benefits.
Establish priorities, recommend actions, execute tasks, verify results, and implement course corrections.
Provide recommendations based on advanced knowledge of lean priorities and production systems across plant-wide processes, products, and functions.
Assist in the development of annual business plans.
Ensure adherence to TS-16949 and company procedures.
Assist in establishing annual operational goals, objectives, and performance standards with management.
Align plant objectives and KPIs with overall value stream Objectives, Goals, Strategy, and Measures (OGSM).
Collaborate with Manufacturing Management to deploy resources (capital, technical support, etc.) to ensure business needs are met from a lean quality and service perspective.