Job DescriptionLocation:
Kansas City, MOKEY ACCOUNTABILITIESEnsure that customer expectations are met and/or exceeded within the confines of company guidelines
- Quarterly presentations to customer senior management relative to our scorecard and initiatives
- Participate in customer invited meetings e.g. 9:30 am to support Customer strategic objectives
- Communicate with the customer and demonstrate initiatives supporting continuous improvement
Meet company objectives with respect to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Morale and Environment
- Quarterly presentations to senior management of syncreon re Plant objectives and initiatives
- Establish 5 year / contract life business plan, annual budgets and ensure targets are met
- Local initiatives to ensure plant progression in all regards
Adopt continuous improvement within the workplace
- Plan and execute the concepts of lean manufacturing
- Ensure the plant plans and executes productivity tasks on an annual and ongoing basis
- Prioritize activities associated with the elimination of waste in all aspects of our operations
Organizational Strengthening
- Continue to build a stronger salaried team capable of leading the hourly workforce into the demands of the future
- Improve employee relations and morale through participation of personnel from the shop floor and instill behavioral discipline
- Improve communication throughout the organization and at all levels
Work with Trade Unions (if applicable)
- Continue to identify and eliminate past practices that may impact the financial wellbeing of the plant.
- Work with union personnel to improve day-to-day operations while limiting the emotional impact on the workforce
- Adopt union representatives as part of the business to maximize their contribution to achieving overall objectives
New Business
- Work with the business development and account management group to identify business opportunities within the capabilities of the plant and local area
- Ensure the plant participates in all activities surrounding potential business and future profitability
- Ensure the plant is always in a state that maximizes its appeal to outsiders and potential customers
Be a Corporate Citizen, create an external Image
- Ensure that syncreon.US, Inc. is a positive force within the community and considered to be a good employer
- Increase the exposure of syncreon.US Inc. in a positive light to maximize our opportunity for future growth
- Work with other suppliers and industry focus groups in the local community to learn from their experiences and adapt accordingly
Quality and Environmental Management Systems
- Participate as an active member of the management team in supporting ISO 14001 and ensuring that their direct reports abide by these processes and operating work instructions
- Drive, Attend and participate in both ISO TS 16949 and ISO 14001 management review
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS- A college or university degree related to manufacturing is preferred and / or MBA
- Managerial experience at various levels and/or other manufacturing locations
- Manufacturing / logistics background in the automotive industry is preferred
- Job experience in a Tier 1 operation is beneficial
- A production, materials and quality control background compliment skill set
Please note: This position does not offer sponsorship for employment visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in The United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
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