Production Leader/IPU Welding

ABB; Apodaca; On-site; MXN 750,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB in Mexico's Cienega de Flores, Nuevo León, seeks a senior manufacturing leader to drive budgeted production results, meet demand, and optimize quality, cost, and productivity across plants.

You will develop programs and metrics to raise operational performance, oversee equipment, personnel, and production processes, and lead cross-functional teams while traveling for extended training and cross-site learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or Industrial Engineering
• 7+ years in manufacturing operations
• Experience with welding, assembly, or metal fabrication processes
• Strong safety and regulatory compliance background
• Ability to travel for 4-6 weeks for training and cross-site learning

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual production budget and oversee progress within budget.
• Develop plans to reduce non-value-added costs and improve yields.
• Lead programs and metrics to raise operational performance.
• Ensure on-time delivery and quality while optimizing capital and working capital.

Skills

Fluent in English

Fluent in Spanish

Project management

Leadership in technical teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.This position reports to:Global Planning & Fulfillment Manager__Your role and responsibilities (Mandatory)In this role, you will have the opportunity to ensure efficient and cost-effective production results. Each day, you will be responsible to meet order demand, specifications, quality, and planning targets through the coordination and management of plant equipment, personnel, and production processes (quantity, quality, budgeted costs, and proper productivity level). You will also showcase your expertise by developing programs, projects, goals, and metrics to lead the organization to the highest level of operational performance while optimizing working capital throughout Operations.The work model for the role is: #LI-OnSiteThis role is contributing to the Electrification Business in Cienega de Flores, Nuevo Leon.You will be mainly accountable for:Preparing annual production budget, overseeing progress, and determining actions to cost issues as necessary to manage operations within the budget and resources.Developing and executing plans to reduce non-value-added costs, increase revenues, and delight customers by delivering products on time with high factory and supplier yields and decreasing product field failure rates.Ensuring that Four Quadrants (4Q) program training and methods are implemented in the organization.Providing support as required, during customer visits to explain the capabilities of the manufacturing facilities.Qualifications for the role (Mandatory)Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.7+ years in manufacturing operations, preferably with experience launching or scaling new facilities.Proven expertise in welding, assembly, or metal fabrication processes.Strong background in safety management and regulatory compliance.Demonstrated leadership of technical teams in fast-paced, startup environments.Ability to travel for extended periods (4-6 weeks) for training and cross-site learning (Valid passport and US visa required).Fluent in English and Spanish; technical proficiency in production systems/SAP preferred.Strong problem-solving, project management, and interpersonal skills.Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.Ready to make an impact?Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.