Plant Head Clamps US

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Oetiker, Inc. is seeking a seasoned operations leader to oversee production, quality and logistics for high-volume automotive manufacturing.

This role drives safety, cost control and continuous improvement across the entity, ensuring adherence to IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ESG requirements. The position requires strategic leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a proven ability to optimize resources while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in automotive with focus on safety, quality, and cost control.
• Experience implementing IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ESG initiatives.
• Track record of improving throughput in high-volume production with diverse product mix.

Responsibilities

• Champion safety-first, zero-defect mindset and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Oversee production, quality and logistics for efficient manufacturing and KPI achievement.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to elevate process safety and product quality.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Quality mgmt

Cross-functional teams

TPM

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

ERP Systems

MS Excel

Job description

Oetiker provides customers with the peace of mind that their mission-critical components are reliably connected. We are a global leader in high-end connecting solutions for the vehicle industryand for high-value applications in industrial segments. Our expertise in high-quality clamps, rings, straps and quick-connectors ranges from powertrain and drivetrain applications to medical applications. We offer engineering, prototyping and testing support to quickly create comprehensive solutions for overcoming clamping and connecting challenges. With 1800+employees inmore than30countries and over 75 years of experience, we are the trusted, global, long-term partner for the world’s leading OEMs.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Champion a safety-first and zero-defect mindset throughout the organization, ensuring compliance with quality standards including IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and TISAX.
• Oversee all production, quality and logistics activities, ensuring efficient and timely manufacturing processes to meet KPI's and customer demands while upholding quality standards and optimizing transportation as well as distribution processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and technological advancements to enhance process safety, product quality and process efficiency. Lead the journey to World Class Operations.
• Ensure adherence to cost budgets across all operational areas, implementing strategies to optimize resource utilization and minimize expenses while maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Compliance of the entity to all governmental requirements and ESG related requirements under the subject of sustainability.
• Representation of the company towards external parties and is responsible for the overall entity matters.
• Leading the Business Review Meetings and chairing quarterly review sessions (QRS) to all employees at the entity.
• Support HR in related context of labor relation, union relation, labor board, etc.
• Custodian of the values of Oetiker, including compliance and communication of the same.
• Fosters a culture to solve business issues, and moderate disputes between functions within the entity towards mutual agreements before escalation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Extensive experience in a leadership role within the automotive industry, with a deep understanding of quality requirements and standards (IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, TISAX).
• Proven track record of success in managing high-volume production environments with a diverse product mix.
• Strong leadership abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of motivating and inspiring cross-functional teams.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and a results-oriented mindset, with a keen focus on safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Proficiency in implementing and sustaining continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining a steadfast commitment to quality, operational efficiency, and cost management.

Additional Information

Oetiker, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.