Operation Head

Importante empresa del Sector; García; On-site; MXN 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Importante empresa del Sector in Mexico is seeking an experienced engineer to integrate safety culture with process excellence. You will oversee molding/core-making and coordinate manufacturing resources to meet production goals.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, cost management, and cross-department collaboration across Process Engineering, Product Engineering, and Quality teams while driving sustainability initiatives and staff development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Metallurgical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical)
• English proficiency required
• At least 3 years in automotive or metalworking industries, with process engineering/production exposure

Responsibilities

• Promote safety culture and ensure compliance with internal HSE guidelines.
• Direct improvement activities to enhance process and product quality and coordinate audits.
• Coordinate production workflows to meet demand with available materials, labor, and equipment.
• Lead molding and core-making operations ensuring stability, quality and safety.
• Drive continuous improvement to optimize performance, reduce scrap and hit targets.
• Analyze costs and manage budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Promote environmental sustainability and energy efficiency.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Process/Product Engineering, and Quality teams.
• Identify training needs and coordinate staff development and onboarding.
• Participate in new program launches with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Safety culture

Quality improvement

Planning

Continuous improvement

Cost control

Team leadership

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Effective communication

Negotiation skills

Problem solving

Systemic thinking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Quality Management Systems

Auditing

Casting equipment

Job description

ObjectiveEnsure the integration of the human aspect with the technical aspect within the organization; execute planning and manage employee tasks.Focused on achieving Safety, Quality, Productivity, Cost, Morale, Environment, Organizational Focus, Flexibility, Innovation, Decision Making, Group Management, Teamwork, Working with Multidisciplinary Teams, Promoting Participation, Effective Communication, Negotiation Skills, Creativity, Planning, Continuous Improvement, Adherence to Standards, Analysis and Problem Solving, Confidentiality, Working Towards Objectives, High-Pressure Work Situations, 24/7 Availability, Change and Work Culture, Systemic Thinking, Institutional Values, and Leadership.Main ResponsibilitiesPromote the foundations and discipline required to ensure that the safety culture, processes, conditions, and staff behavior comply with internal HSE guidelines, with a focus on achieving the zero-accident indicator.Direct improvement activities related to process and product quality, develop quality improvement plans, formulate and communicate quality policies within the area, ensure compliance with established procedures, and coordinate corresponding audit activities.Coordinate production workflows, ensuring the availability and effective utilization of the products, labor, equipment, and raw materials required to meet production demand.Lead and oversee molding and core-making operations, ensuring process stability, product quality, production efficiency, and compliance with safety standards. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize process performance, reduce scrap, and meet production targets.Process, consolidate, and analyze manufacturing cost information to ensure effective budget management and identify cost-saving opportunities.Foster a culture of environmental sustainability by optimizing energy consumption (gas, electricity, and water), promoting commitment to the community, complying with established regional environmental standards, and participating in environmental improvement projects.Maintain effective integration and collaboration with service departments, including Purchasing, Process Engineering, Product Engineering, and Quality.Enhance staff capabilities by identifying training needs, coordinating training programs, and evaluating theoretical knowledge and practical skills.Participate in new program launches, promoting teamwork and collaboration with Product Engineering, New Programs, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (AME), Industrial Engineering, and the HSE team.Position RequirementsEducation: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably in Metallurgical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering.Experience: At least 3 years of experience in automotive or metalworking industrial environments, preferably in process engineering and production operations.Technical Skills: Quality Management Systems and Auditing. Manufacturing Processes and Process Engineering. Casting Processes, including Molding and Core-Making Processes. Experience in aluminum casting operations, with a strong understanding of molding and core-making processes. Product Development and Advanced Engineering.Languages: Proficient English is mandatory.