Descripción
Education / Work Experience
- Four year engineering degree (mechanical) and seven years relevant experience, or
- Two year engineering degree (mechanical) and fifteen years relevant experience, or
- No engineering degree and twenty years relevant experience
Background / Skills
- Automotive background a must, with preference towards high volume assembly operations. Experience with Japanese transplants will be highly beneficial
- Able to manage individual engineers to meet project deadlines
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects on a simultaneous basis
- Strong troubleshooting skills. Strong communication and time management skills will be essential in this position. Ability to interface at multiple levels and operate within cross-functional teams is critical. Must be able to maintain project records and documentation.
- Computer skills (Microsoft Office) are highly preferred
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing methods is desirable
- CAD skills a must, AutoCAD at a minimum. Experience with SolidEdge, SolidWorks or CATIA high preferred.
Special Training / Certificates
- Preferred: 5P Training, Kepnor Tregoe PSDM (Problem Solving Decision Making), SPC, Legal Supervision, Coaching & Counseling, Project Management
- Suggested: Solid Edge, AutoCAD, OSHA, EPA
Specific Job Responsibilities
- Adhere to Astemo’s Safety Policy and practices and report any potential unsafe condition or concern to the Safety department immediately and/or to your direct supervisor.
- Ensure proper safety practices are in place and enforced.
- Assist with implementation of new safety practices.
- Develop, track, and maintain capital and expense budgets to support executive management control of the business operation relative to approved activities.
- Track and maintain control of all projects in terms of safety, quality, cost and delivery.
- Develop departmental associates to ensure a strong business condition and provide for future growth opportunities.
- Coordinate and support PE department 5S activity
- Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws
- Develop departmental and organizational activities to achieve strategic objectives outlined by executive management. Support overall organization by implementation of these activities which maintaining ongoing business operations on a cross functional bases. Maintain a theme of continuous improvement for all functions of the department
- Maintains team environment with other departments within plant
- Maintains position of accessibility for associates questions and concerns
- Conduct performance appraisals and sets goals for department staff which supports business plan.