Your Job
The Mirror Line process engineer/Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the mirror production line to ensure efficient operations, high-quality output, and adherence to safety standards. This role requires a strong background in process engineering and production management, with a focus on resource optimization and stakeholder collaboration.
Our Team
- Core team in operations and broader team involving commercial & supply chain capabilities at the plant level.
- Working with global capabilities like OpEx, EHS & Transformation.
What You Will Do
- Process Management:
- Oversee daily operations of the mirror production line, ensuring processes run smoothly and efficiently.
- Identify and address process-related issues to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.
- Implement process improvements and lean manufacturing principles to optimize production.
- Quality Assurance:
- Ensure all products meet quality standards and specifications.
- Conduct regular quality checks and audits on the production line.
- Collaborate with the quality control team to address any quality issues promptly.
- Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE):
- Maintain a safe working environment by enforcing HSE policies and procedures.
- Conduct safety inspections and risk assessments regularly.
- Lead safety training sessions and ensure team members adhere to safety protocols.
- Resource Optimization:
- Optimize the use of manpower, machinery, and materials.
- Manage shift schedules to ensure continuous and efficient production.
- Monitor and control production costs to meet budgets.
- Stakeholder Collaboration:
- Work closely with engineering, maintenance, supply chain, and commercial teams.
- Facilitate communication among departments to achieve production goals.
- Participate in cross-functional meetings and contribute to strategic planning.
- Team Leadership:
- Lead, coach, and develop production workers and supervisors.
- Foster a positive work environment.
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- Experience:
- Proven experience in manufacturing, preferably in mirror production or similar processes.
- Experience with process-related issues, quality assurance, and HSE standards.
- Background in process engineering or production management.
- Skills:
- Strong business acumen and decision-making skills.
- Excellent organizational and resource management skills.
- Effective shift management and scheduling skills.
- Leadership and team management abilities.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
What Will Put You Ahead
- Experience in silvered mirror manufacturing, glass fabrication, or coating industries.
- Experience transforming old manufacturing lines with new technologies.
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Who We Are
Guardian is a diversified global manufacturing company headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, with leading positions in float glass and fabricated glass products for various applications. Guardian invests in R&D through its Science & Technology Centre and Automotive Development Centre. Its automotive trim group, SRG Global, is a major manufacturer of chrome-plated plastic parts. Guardian and its subsidiaries employ 18,000 people worldwide.
At Koch, we empower employees to excel and create value for themselves and the company.