Purpose:This position will act as Production System Engineer (no direct reports) with broad responsibility for the successful implementation of the Halla Production System (HPS) & plant wide Continuous Improvement (CI) projects.
Key Responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned as needed)
:- Responsible for Halla Production System implementation using (12) lean HPS elements supporting Standardization, People Involvement, Continuous Improvement, Built-In Quality, Flow and Flexibility.
- Responsible for developing, maintaining & communicating a vision & strategy for implementation of comprehensive Lean manufacturing systems and HPS with a focus on driving continuous improvement that ensures production volume, cost and quality to support business development.
- Responsible for Continuous Improvement management including planning, initiation, and implementation of CI projects and activities of considerable scope, variety, and complexity.
- Sets expectations for lean organization/culture. Leads direction and focus to ensure comprehensive understanding and implementation of HPS concepts that delivers quantifiable benefits.
- Establishes priorities, recommends actions, executes actions, verifies results and makes course corrections.
- Make recommendations based on advanced knowledge of lean priorities & production systems for all processes, products, and functions plant wide.
- Assist in developing annual business plans.
- Assure adherence to TS-16949 and company procedures.
- Assists in establishing yearly operation goals, objectives and performance standards with management.
- Aligns manufacturing plant objectives and performance standards (KPIs) with overall value stream Objectives, Goals, Strategy, and Measures.
- Works with Manufacturing Management to deploy resources (capital, technical support, etc.) to ensure that business needs are being met from a Lean quality and service perspective.
Qualifications:Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree (BS) in Engineering, Manufacturing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience which has provided both theoretical and practical knowledge in the field.
- Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job acquired through eight or more years of increasingly responsible experience that included previous project management and use of Production Systems and CI principles (e.g. lean manufacturing).
- Automotive experience in a high-volume environment.
- Certification as a Six Sigma Black Belt is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Comprehensive Knowledge of lean principles and automotive operations.
- Proficient in project management systems and methods.
- Strong Organizational skills with the ability to execute tactical plans.
- Strong interpersonal and teaching skills.
- Excellent time management with a sense of urgency.
- Ability to make quick and reasonable judgements.
Legal Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years of age due to federal labor law requirements.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Supervisory Responsibility: None
Working Conditions:- PPE and safety shoes are required in the machining manufacturing environment
Physical Requirements:- Requires prolonged standing and walking in a manufacturing environment
Remote Work: This position is not eligible for hybrid or remote work.
Compensation and Benefits: Competitive Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits package includes health, dental & vision insurance, life insurance and other supplemental benefits, 401(k) plan, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
