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Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas Monozukuri 6 Sigma Black Belt in Harrodsburg, Kentucky
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Job Title: Production Engineering Manager
Department: Production Engineering (AM Region Monozukuri)
Reports To: PE Senior Manager or Director (Six Sigma, Black Belt)
Exempt Status: Exempt
Career Band: 2B
Engineering or Non-Engineering Career Band: Engineering
Prepared By & Date: Human Resources/4-1-12
Approved By & Date: Craig Fisher/4-1-12
Summary: Under the direction of Department Management, exercises responsibility for execution of department strategies and objectives. This position provides technical expertise and engineering management required to support the design, development, implementation, and verification of new processes and technology and continuous improvement to existing processes and technology, as directed by site PE Department Management. Position may serve as a corporate resource to all Engineering staff and Management teams from each (HIAMS)AM sites. This position exercises independent judgment routinely and operates within established guidelines.
Essential Functions: Includes the following (other duties may be documented and assigned by local management and some duties may not apply dependent upon the requirements of the position at each specific (HIAMS)AM site and/or the strengths of the employee and the needs of the company) including OES deployment:
Manage all aspects of new process/technology development, required for new business for multiple areas of assigned responsibility, per PE Department Management.
Manage all planning activity regarding new process design, investment planning, project schedules, plant layout, and process verification.
Manage all PE staff activity regarding new equipment procurement from concept through validation.
Manage all PE staff activity regarding completion and approvals for process design documentation, equipment release checklist, and process validation.
Promote periodic improvement planning and manage implementation for processes in assigned product area or specific process technology to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and cost.
Provide advanced technical support including PE staff support, training, troubleshooting and resolution of area specific technology, process, or equipment issues, as required.
Effectively communicate with cross functional team, area management, related co-workers, contractors, vendors, and customers as required to ensure project schedule, budget, and planned results are achieved, with minimal impact to normal operations.
Specify, source, and procure necessary tooling, equipment, and resources required to complete assigned projects within established guidelines. Balance reporting staff assignments to meet all company objectives.
Promote technology transfer to Production technical staff and team members to support new process launches and process improvements, as required to meet company objectives.
Develop PE personnel, overhead, and investment budget proposals for assigned areas of responsibility, and manage achievement of budget commitments.
Support PE Department Management in establishing department policy regarding future PE Department goals, objectives, and new business strategy and by aligning Production Engineering activities with the organizational goals and objectives.
Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to work with all levels of staff required. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of information is required.
Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and following all regulations and requirements related to safety and environmental compliance.
Responsible for following all quality policy standards.
Qualifications:
Knowledge, skills & abilities: Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Possess ability to perform duties utilizing current company software applications. Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills required. This position performs job duties in an ethical and professional manner. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering field required.
Experience: 10 years prior related experience preferred.
Six Sigma Certification or equivalent
Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervisory responsibilities are positional, not direct reporting.
Working Conditions:
Physical Demands: Required to sit or stand for long periods of time. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Ability to work 40 - 60 hours per week, including weekends and holiday work.
Travel: Domestic travel required (average < 5 days per month) and International travel required (average < 2 weeks per year), to meet standard job requirements.
Work Environment: Balanced between office and manufacturing areas.
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