We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a Manufacturing Engineering Manager within our Operationsteam to help support our Automotive business. Did you know we are the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of seating support and comfort systems for transportation manufacturers, as well as tier one and two suppliers within the automotive industry? That’s right! Our automotive products fall into four primary groups: Seating and Lumbar support, Wireless Charging, Motors and Actuators, and Mechanical Cables. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.
A Manufacturing Engineering Manager leads as well as develops the manufacturing engineering team, whilst maintaining a Safety-First approach in all activities. This role drives manufacturing excellence by running the daily business in line with the budget and optimizing structures, as well as processes by applying Lean Manufacturing methods and sharing best practices in global teams. As part of the Branch Management Team the role has close interactions with all areas to establish efficient processes to meet our customers’ needs.
So, what will you be doing as a Manufacturing Engineering Manager?
1. Leading a Safety first approach maintaining a zero accident culture. Ensures and monitors work, accident prevention and environmental protection regulations of the facility to assure a safe and productive work environment free of any liabilities or defects
2. Develop and manage within the Manufacturing Engineering budget. Monitors Quality and quantity of output of processes; takes appropriate action, including shutdown, to prevent scrap and assists others in investigations to determine causes of process defects and downtime
3. Support in DFM and DFSS in new product development
4. Designs and develops new manufacturing processes (including equipment specifications to support RFQ process) in line with latest technology advancements within global manufacturing standards
5. Optimize manufacturing efficiency / lean excellence through flexible manufacturing structure, improvement through Lean Manufacturing methods within operations and optimize production utilization and Strategy. Maintain a culture of functional and Operational Excellence, supports 5S, lean initiatives and to be a committed role model for our Company’s Beliefs and Behaviors
6. Develops PFMEA, Process Flow and Work instructions. Manages plant layout to support lean process flow and optimization of total facility footage
7. Establish and maintain appropriate internal capabilities and strengthen the organization (Succession Planning) through training, career development opportunities and recruiting as necessary to achieve Manufacturing objectives
8. Adherence to internal and external Business Processes and Certifications synonymous with a large US Incorporation operating within the Automotive Industry and all other local legal requirements
To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
9. Minimum of 5 years experience in operational leadership
10. Automotive experience
11. Experience in understanding financial statements
12. Experience in people management
13. Experience in project management
14. Experience in workplace design and product development is an asset
15. Ability to lead with targets to ensure continuously improving manufacturing engineering performance
16. Working knowledge of operational metrics and improvement tools (VSAM, PDCA, 8 wastes, line balancing, time studies, etc.)
17. Adequate experience in the use of common IT-solutions (MS Office, etc.)
18. Hands-on mentality and excellent English communication skills both written and oral
19. Good interpersonal and organizational skills
20. Commitment to 100% safety, quality and continuous improvement
21. Ability to interact positively with employees of all levels across the organization