PRODUCTION MANAGER (Automotive Electronics) St. Charles, IL

Nidec Mobility America Corporation; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Production Manager to lead high-volume manufacturing operations. This role involves strategic planning and the effective management of human and material resources to ensure quality and productivity. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing processes, particularly in electronics assembly, and will drive continuous improvement initiatives. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, and make a significant impact on production efficiency and employee development.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• 10+ years in manufacturing and operations with supervisory experience.
• Experience in electronics assembly production processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct manufacturing operations effectively.
• Collaborate with departments to optimize production and personnel utilization.

Skills

Manufacturing Operations

Leadership

Production Planning

Lean Manufacturing

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

MRP/MIS Systems

Job description

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Director of Human Resources, North America

Nidec Mobility America Corporation(NMOA) seeks an energetic and focused Production Manager for our complex electronic component high volume, three shift manufacturing operations.

NMOA (St. Charles, IL), headquarters our family of Companies with facilities in the USA, Canada, Germany and Mexico.

As a world leader in sensing and control technology, we control the most discrete functions within an automobile – from seat switches, power window switches, and instrument panel controls, towards complex user interfaces. NMOA is directly involved with automotive OEM’s and holds a leadership position within Nidec for product development with global vehicle makers.

Objective

With administrative direction from the Operations Manager, support product line strategy development to meet the manufacturing goals. Develop/Manage short and long-term business plan objectives, addressing operating costs and the effective utilization of Human Assets and necessary Equipment/Material Assets required to establish and sustain manufacturing efforts for Quality, Safety/Environment, Productivity, Timeliness with Deliverables, and Employee Relations.

• Responsible to effectively Plan, Organize Direct, Coordinate, Control (PODCC) activities with direct report managers/supervisors, utilizing his/her knowledge of product function, production methods, procedures and machine/equipment capabilities to ensure effective/feasible methods and cost effective methods are used for each manufacturing project at NMOA, including PSS and ECU/SMT areas.
• Actively promote / apply the “3Q6S” and “Respectful Work Environment” Mindsets in all activities.
• Directly/Indirectly supervise the Operations’ Production Group Managers, Supervisors, Training Coordinator, and Prototype function to ensure employee Training and Development.
• Establish group/individual goals/accountabilities, and evaluate work performance for direct reports; Review/Approve annual performance evaluations for indirect reports.
• Collaborate production activities with Planning, Maintenance, and Quality Assurance Department activities to obtain optimum production and utilization of personnel, machines, and equipment.
• Ensure, each day, that all Nidec Mobility standards and customer commitments (i.e. Safety, Waste reductions, Output, On-time delivery, and Reporting & Analysis) are adhered to.
• Review and analyze production reports (OEE, downtime, waste, etc.) to determine causes of nonconformity with product specifications, and/or operating or production problems.
• Partner with EHS Engineer / Quality Systems Lead to maintain and enforce the safety program for the department; assure compliance with OSHA and Nidec Mobility regulations and guidelines.
• Monitor/Report/Present “Bad News First” to the Operations Manager, on product line performance, activities, Production/Material/Human Resource Constraints, and/or issues that may adversely affect performance.
• Provide periodic updates and special status reports as requested by the Operations Manager.
• Collaborate with and assist the Operations Manager in the development and implementation of operating methods/procedures development and implementation designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives; monitor all control procedures, recommending improvements to the Operations Manager, as appropriate.
• Coordinate prototype planning, prototype schedules and New product Launch events planning/execution
• Revise production schedules and priorities as needed because of equipment failure, operating problems, absence issues, or last-minute customer demands.
• Partner with Human Resources Director to ensure appropriate and consistent administration of employee relations issues in accordance with policies and procedures;
• Participate in the Interview/Selection of production operation candidates.
• Support established operating budgets for all areas within the product line group.
• In support of Monthly Production Plan Targets, ensure production activities drive timely material flow through subassembly and final production.
• Balance, re-direct needed labor with the necessary effort in production areas to ensure correct flow to meet the production schedule
• Establish/Implement/Revise policies and procedures to continually improve manufacturing operations.
• Conduct Employee Performance Reviews and provide employees with appropriate feedback and training to enhance their skills and productivity.
• Coordinate work with other departments to support operations, as required.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the activities enumerated above.
• Support/Implement the Environmental Policy, pertaining to work activities.

Experience

• 10+ years’ manufacturing and operations experience with 5+ years’ supervisory experience.
• 4+ years’ experience in production operations’ leadership role developing manufacturing/production processes for electronics assembly components

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering or other Technical degree. (Master’s Degree a plus)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• 5+ years’ high proficiency using MS Suited (Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• 4+ years’ working knowledge of automotive electronics manufacturing, a plus
• Prior experience within a highly automated manufacturing environment
• Management Experience w ISO9001/IATF16969, Lean Manufacturing, KanBan, Kaizen, and quality manufacturing
• Management Experience w production planning and control methods and systems.
• Management Experience w business accounting and reporting.
• Knowledge of PCB/SMT Assembly systems.
• Knowledge of PCB Assembly Test and Manufacturing Engineering disciplines.
• Knowledge of Warehouse and Logistics systems.
• Strong analytical and problem solving abilities to assist with project planning.
• Ability to resolve conflict amount diverse groups and develop teamwork and cooperation among departments.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain a positive working relationship with others.
• Ability to learn, understand and adhere to all applicable safety precautions and procedures.
• A strong technical background in electronic assembly and/or high volume electromechanical assembly manufacturing is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge/experience in production planning, quality control techniques and industrial/production engineering.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Word and Excel) with exposure to MRP/MIS systems.

Supervision:

5+ Direct Production Manager/Supervisors and 100+ Hourly Team members over a 3-shift high speed Operation.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing, Management, and Engineering

• Industries

  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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