LINE LEAD, MECHATRONICS (D024)

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC; Ciudad Acuña; On-site; MXN 167,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC in Ciudad Acuña, Mexico, seeks a Line Lead to coordinate operators on highly automated assembly lines, ensuring adherence to work instructions and production targets. You will train operators, perform autonomous maintenance, support quality and safety KPIs, manage line changes, and collaborate with maintenance, QA, and logistics to keep production flowing.

Technical degree required; 3+ years in assembly; bilingual English/Spanish preferred; strong

Qualifications

• Knowledge of assembly processes: soldering, testing, press-fit, gluing and screwing.
• Maintenance procedures: PM, AM.
• Proficiency with MS Office tools (Excel/Word/PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Execute operations on assemblies and products on highly automated lines.
• Coordinate/perform Change Overs according to production orders.
• Train operators and support early start/stop of lines when needed.
• Assist in autonomous maintenance and minor faults repair.
• Ensure packaging, labeling and containment follow packaging instructions.

Skills

Problem solving

Bilingual English/Spanish

Soldering

Measurement methods

Education

Technical degree in mechatronics/electromechanical/electronic

Tools

MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Want to help shape tomorrow? At Bendix, we set the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety. We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity.

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

The line lead coordinates operators and supports plant departments to meet production targets on highly automated assembly lines by following company standards.

Essential Functions:

• Executing of operations on various assemblies and products
• Coordinates/perform Change Overs according to production orders. Ensure Change Over instructions are followed correctly
• Setting-up of pre-belt assemblies, testing and packaging stations according to specifications
• Analyze and re process NOK parts in the lines or processes assigned
• Coordinate with HR Trainer to ensure all personnel are trained according to Work Instruction and Procedures (follow up Training Matrix)
• Line Lead can be able to train operators in case Trainer is not available (extraordinary events)
• Perform and coordinate Autonomous Maintenance in assigned area / unit equipment along with his team
• Support Maintenance Team with minor faults repair, supports maintenance team with activities properly defined and approved
• Coordinates and support major faults repair with multidisciplinary team
• Coordinates material supply /purge (parts availability) on the line according to production orders sequence
• Ensure the sequence of production orders is followed as defined and coordinate Finish Good recollection with the logistic department
• Responsible of correct productive material handling according to procedures
• Correct identification and handling of NOK, suspicious and OK material
• Scrap NOK material
• Ensure a correct packaging and identification according to packaging instruction and customer specific requirements/regulations
• Ensuring order and cleanliness according to 5s standard
• Carrying out of general operation auxiliary (permission/vacations management, scrap control, etc)
• Responsible of reaching quality, safety and production KPIs in business unit
• Ensuring line operators are following Work Instructions and securing the processes of the assembly line(s) are carried out correctly
• Assembly according to existing parts lists, drawings and routings
• Assisting in all error, fault and overhead cost evaluations as well as delivery performance
• Coordinating of disturbance sequences (error notification)
• Responsible for receiving and introduce engineering changes to assigned lines/unit
• Support in the design of workplaces and work environment from an ergonomic point of view
• Support lean activities related to the assigned lines or processes
• Assign their workstation to production operators
• Compliance with ESD, environmental and safety regulations in accordance with internal and external regulations
• Responsibility for delivery performance in the shift (contact person for superiors)
• Daily shop floor discipline and teamwork with Quality, Operations, Maintenance and other departments or areas (multidisciplinary team)
• The employee has the authority to stop the production line, when they notice the product has a quality problem or defect
• Ensuring and complying with environmental and safety regulations in accordance with internal procedures and regulations
• Support PSA Activities and procedures with team members
• Support/execute any other activity required by the company

Management & Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Operators report to this position

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of assembly processes, soldering, testing, press-fit, gluing and screwing activities
• Knowledge of maintenance procedures (PM, AM)
• Knowledge of MS Office Package. (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Experience:

• At least 3 years of assembly experience, desirable on automated lines
• Desirable People Management skills
• Desirable Maintenance experience

Skills:

• Proficiency of complicated measurement methods
• Problem solving skills
• Soldering preferred
• Training based on SOS and Rework SOS
• Bilingual English / Spanish preferred

Education/Certifications:

• Technical degree in mechatronics, electromechanical, electronic, etc
• Certification on Measurement Tools preferred