UAP Manager - Injection Modling

Faurecia•Spring Hill, TN

2d•$110,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

The role of an Autonomous Production Unit (UAP) Manager is to manage the effective operation of the UAP team, as well as HR issues for team members.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business Management preferred (Master’s degree in Engineering with a specialization in Production would be preferred)
At least five years of experience in an industrial environment (ideally in the automotive industry)
Three to five years team management experience
Operational knowledge of Production methods (Kanban, 5S, Hoshin, TPM, GPAO)
Good knowledge of Program standards, tool and methods
Above average communication skills and interpersonal skills
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future.

Follow production plans, as well as Group standard processes; assure feasibility of production plans
Achieve financial targets: prepare and present the UAP budget; manage the actual production costs based on “ideal” costs; maintain product margin, and monitor serial productivity (labor level, material consumption, etc)
Manage the UAP team: assure appropriate staffing, maintain working environment according to Group Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) standards; detect and advise training needs; share information (transparency); participate in career management initiatives, etc.
Implement action plans to improve functionality/productivity and to obtain program and Group objectives; make necessary corrective adjustments
Coordinate resource planning with Industrial Engineering department concerning stocks, equipment, staffing, activities, etc.
Maintain dashboard indicators/status reports to monitor lead time, supply-chain targets, HSE performance, etc.
Assist with any additional tasks as assigned by the company
Participate in training to understand and improve skills related to Faurecia Company Vision for Value Creation and Code of Ethics