Sr. Area Manager – Assembly

BorgWarner; Seneca (SC); On-site; USD 108,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

BorgWarner in Seneca, SC is seeking a manufacturing leader to oversee a product group or multiple areas, driving efficiency, quality and cost improvements. You will set strategic vision, manage safety and financial performance, and develop a high-performing salaried team.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, an MBA is preferred, and 8+ years in manufacturing with at least 3 years supervising salaried staff and Lean experience. Occasional travel and a robust improvement focus are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in related discipline required.
• MBA preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing.
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience supervising salaried employees in a manufacturing environment.
• At least three years of Lean Manufacturing experience required.
• Ability to train, coach and mentor a team of salaried production supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Set strategic vision for areas of responsibility.
• Communicate goals for support groups (Engineering, HR, Supply Chain, etc.).
• Accountable for safety, quality, delivery and financial performance.
• Own manufacturing performance metrics and CI action plans.
• Assist in creating and deploying new employee policies.
• Monitor capacity to meet existing and projected customer programs.
• Provide manufacturing input to cross-functional teams for customer interaction and 8D responses.
• Guide daily activities to support production.
• Coordinate with functional managers on Quality, HR and Manufacturing programs.
• Travel up to 5% may be required.

Education

Bachelor Degree in related discipline

MBA

8+ years manufacturing experience

3+ years supervising salaried employees

Lean Manufacturing experience

Job description

Responsible for overseeing manufacturing activities for one product group or multiple manufacturing areas within the plant. Ensure continuous improvement in production efficiency, quality and cost. Establishes schedules and ensures effective and efficient use of manpower, materials, and equipment. Manages and develops direct reports.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the ability to be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Set strategic vision for areas of responsibility.
• Responsible to communicate goals for support groups. (i.e. Engineering, Human Resources, Supply Chain, etc.)
• Accountable for area’s safety, quality, delivery and financial performance.
• Responsibility and ownership of manufacturing performance metrics and develops continuous improvement action plans.
• Participate in the creation of new policies and assist in the deployment of new employee related policies.
• Monitors capacity to meet the requirements of existing and projected customer programs.
• Responsible for manufacturing input to appropriate cross-functional teams for customer interaction and customer complaint response (8D).
• Provides guidance on daily activities as necessary to support production.
• Coordinates with other functional managers in planning and implementing Quality, Human Resources and Manufacturing programs.

Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time.

Travel is occasionally required, up to 5% of the time.

All employees are responsible for knowing, understanding and complying with the safety policies and procedures. Wear PPE when appropriate in designated campus areas.

Key Competencies

• Managing Vision and Purpose
• Business Acumen
• Decision Quality
• Motivating Others
• Organizational Agility
• Customer Focus

Education & Experience

• Bachelor Degree in related discipline required
• MBA preferred
• 8 plus years of experience in manufacturing related field
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience supervising salaried employees in a manufacturing environment
• At least three years of Lean Manufacturing experience required
• Ability to train, coach and mentor a team of salaried production supervisors.

EEO Statement “BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.”

- Salary Range: $107,600 - $147,950

BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.

Our Culture BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration. We believe the health and safety of our employees are a top priority.

Career Opportunities

We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies, and vision for the future.

If this position energizes you and you feel you can help us achieve our mission and vision, you are invited to submit an application for consideration. You may see the list of requirements and feel you do not meet all of them. However, remember that BorgWarner thinks differently. If your qualifications align with the majority of those outlined in this job description, we encourage you to apply and share your experience and skills with us.