GA Off Line (Repair) Head of Section

Hyundai Motor Group; Georgia; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401k plan

Job summary

Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America seeks a Senior Operations Leader with 15+ years in automotive manufacturing to guide the plant's production and efficiency. You will drive KPI performance, lead production teams, and engage with executives to execute strategic initiatives.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (MBA preferred), strong analytical skills, and hands-on experience in General Assembly and new plant construction.

Qualifications

• Over 15 years job related experience in automotive manufacturing, with a focus on operations management.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required; advanced degree desired.
• MBA or equivalent preferred.
• MS Word / Excel / PowerPoint experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee activities directly related to the assigned operational department.
• Plan and direct all department activities aligned with company goals and objectives; coordinate with executive management and other department heads as required.
• Monitor safety/environmental, quality, cost, and productivity objectives for department.
• Continuously monitor established KPI and develop continuous improvement plans to meet KPI targets.
• Develop budgets and approve expenditures for supplies, materials, and human resources, ensuring efficient use of materials, labor and equipment to meet production targets.
• Manage staff, prepare work schedules and assign specific duties.
• Determine staffing requirements, interview, hire, and train new employees, or oversee these personnel processes.
• Establish and implement departmental policies, goals, objectives, and procedures, conferring with executive management and staff as necessary.
• Recommend and implement measures to motivate employees and to improve production methods, equipment performance, product quality, or efficiency.
• Confer with management or subordinates to resolve worker problems, complaints, or grievances.
• Develop department succession plan; identify organizational opportunities for personnel development.
• Administer, coordinate, and comply with all BMS, EMS, SMS requirements.
• Meet all other requirements as assigned.

Skills

Operations leadership

KPI management

Staff development

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

MBA or equivalent

Tools

MS Word / Excel / PowerPoint

Job description

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• Oversee activities directly related to the assigned operational department.
• Plan and direct all department activities aligned with company goals and objectives; coordinate with executive management and other department heads as required.
• Monitor safety/environmental, quality, cost, and productivity objectives for department.
• Continuously monitor established Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and develop continuous improvement plans to meet KPI targets.
• Develop budgets and approve expenditures for supplies, materials, and human resources, ensuring that materials, labor, and equipment are used efficiently to meet production targets.
• Manage staff, prepare work schedules and assign specific duties.
• Determine staffing requirements, and interview, hire, and train new employees, or oversee these personnel processes.
• Establish and implement departmental policies, goals, objectives, and procedures, conferring with executive management and staff members as necessary.
• Recommend and/or implement measures to motivate employees and to improve production methods, equipment performance, product quality, or efficiency.
• Confer with management or subordinates to resolve worker problems, complaints, or grievances.
• Develop department succession plan; identify organizational opportunities for personnel development.
• Administer, coordinate, and comply with all Business Management System (BMS), Environmental Management System (EMS), and Safety Management System (SMS) requirements.
• Meet all other requirements as assigned
• Clearly understands fellow employees and efficiently conveys one’s thoughts using adequate communication channels and methods.
• Efficiently executes tasks and maintains quality by continuously monitoring job performance; providing immediate feedback with alternative options as necessary.
• Clearly defines the contents and characteristics of a problem; searching for rational procedures and approaches in order to propose the best problem-solving solutions.
• Fully understands the purpose and content of the organization’s strategic plan and executes tasks in alignment with larger organizational objectives.
• Establishes and conveys future organizational direction and manifests specific guidelines for vision achievement.
• Aligns individual and organizational goals, maximizing individual and organizational performance through objective evaluation.
• Sets example for fellow co-workers within field of work by demonstrating behaviors with professionalism and responsibility.
• Offers various and impartial opportunities to co-workers, providing proactive assistance in systematically developing their potential.
• Analyzes current issues and identifies areas for improvement, and based on related information selects the best option through appropriate decision-making process, taking full responsibility for resultant outcomes.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT

HMGMA is the abbreviation of Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America. It is Hyundai Motor Group's first dedicated EV mass-production plant and is an innovative plant with cutting-edge production technology applied.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required, advanced degree desired.
• (Other) No reason for disqualification for overseas travel or stay.
• Over 15 years job related experience in automotive manufacturing, with a focus on operations management.
• MS Word / Excel / PowerPoint
• Experience in General Assembly division.
• Experience or knowledge of the new plant construction process.
• MBA or equivalent preferred

WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU

• HMGMA offers opportunities for growth, work flexibility, competitive pay, and benefits.
• HMGMA benefits include competitive Medical / Vision / Dental insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, and competitive 401k plan.

OTHER DETAILS

Language Proficiency:
Strong command of the English language (written and spoken) is essential for safety, communication, documentation, and collaboration across the organization.

Physical Demands
While in Office:
This position is primarily sedentary and requires working at a desk and computer for extended periods. Responsibilities may include:

• Occasional lifting of office supplies (up to 15 pounds)
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and handling documents
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk within the office environment as needed

When in Production Area (if applicable):
Standing, walking, bending, and reaching for extended durations

• Repeated lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of materials and products (up to 25-30 pounds)
• Manual dexterity for handling power tools, machinery, or production equipment
• Working in environments that may be noisy, hot, or require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to climb ladders or stairs and operate equipment safely and effectively
• Capability to learn and work on multiple production processes, as required
• Adequate visual and auditory abilities to identify safety hazards and communicate clearly
• Consistent and punctual attendance
• Ability to collaborate and perform effectively in a team-oriented environment

• FLSA Classification: Exempt/Salary
• When submitting a resume for this position, I understand that this information may be used to create a registration with the Georgia Department of Labor on Employ Georgia.

HMGMA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.