Manufacturing Operations Manager

Job DescriptionJob Description

We open up your world with every drive

Would you like to work on the development of roof systems for future car models together with some of the market leaders in the automotive industry? Inalfa Roof Systems is a world leading supplier for OEM automotive roof systems and still growing strong. Are you ready to grow with us?

Are you ready to shift into the next gear of your career? As an Operations Manager within Inalfa you are in the driver’s seat for the daily operations of an assembly facility and operations staff in order to meet production targets, financial targets and other objectives set forth by the General Manager and regional headquarters.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSBILIITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Plans and directs through subordinate levels of operations staff the daily requirements to run production and maintenance in the facility and coordinates needed support from the other functions such as quality, materials (scheduling/planning), supplier quality, supply chain, inventory, logistics, human resource in order to achieve internal metric targets, customer required production levels and customer satisfaction.
• Responsible for establishing direction for operating performance and improvement using the QOS method to maximize profit and minimize operating cost.
• Schedule and plan overall direction of the operation, using quality cost and manpower as criteria to establish work priorities and meet financial goals.
• Responsible for the accuracy and interpretation of all operations performance data and reports to ensure effective communication and the ability to meet cost targets.
• Maintains cohesive relationships and drives improvement effort from corporate level support groups as required to meet objectives.
• Direct and lead operations budgeting process to support financial targets for the facility.
• Advises & coordinates with advanced program teams to ensure launch preparation activity and advanced programs are developed to meet customer requirements.
• Responsible for the quality of all units produced.
• Responsible for coaching, performance management and development of operations staff.
• Enforce company policies & regulations to operations staff.
• Must be familiar with and perform work tasks in order to fulfill corporate, business unit and personal goals.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises the employees in the Engineering, Quality, Materials, Production, and Maintenance department including managers, supervisors and subordinates. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws.

IATF16949 RESPONSIBILITIES

Adhere to all IATF16949 procedures as related to the Manufacturing Operations Department function.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must 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.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; or 10 years of automotive manufacturing management experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Advanced degree in business or technical field is .
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing strategy and concepts.

SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk and to sit; use hands to manipulate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and to talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This employee regularly works in an office environment. Occasionally the employee works in the manufacturing area around moving mechanical equipment and is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

What can you expect from us?

• Paid vacation.
• Paid sick time.
• Healthcare, dental, prescription drug insurance plans.
• Company paid and voluntary life insurance plans.
• benefits.

Our Core Values are One Inalfa, Ownership, Ambition and Progress.

WE ARE IN IT TO WIN IT!

Does this sound interesting to you? Don't hesitate and submit your application today.

Location

Cherokee Assembly

Time Type

Full time

Company DescriptionInalfa Roof Systems is one of the world's largest providers of vehicle roof systems. Inalfa designs, develops and manufactures sunroofs and open-roof systems for the major OEM's in the automotive industry.

Inalfa Roof Systems is a reliable engineering and assembly partner. Inalfa Roof Systems' global footprint helps to leverage its revenues from customers and its relationships to suppliers. Due to a global presence Inalfa is always in close proximity to its customers' production lines.

Inalfa Roof Systems, Inc. - North America's headquarter is located in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The North American headquarter is home to the US & Mexico Technical and Operations group. Inalfa Roof Systems, Inc. - North America designs, develops, and manufactures sunroofs for the automotive industry. Inalfa Roof Systems, Inc. - North America has 4 manufacturing locations: Auburn Hills, MI; Warren, MI; Acworth, GA and Irapuato, Mexico.

Inalfa Roof Systems has its Global headquarters in Venray, the Netherlands, and has a global footprint with facilities in Europe, Asia and the United States of America.Company DescriptionInalfa Roof Systems is one of the world's largest providers of vehicle roof systems. Inalfa designs, develops and manufactures sunroofs and open-roof systems for the major OEM's in the automotive industry. \r\n\r\nInalfa Roof Systems is a reliable engineering and assembly partner. Inalfa Roof Systems' global footprint helps to leverage its revenues from customers and its relationships to suppliers. Due to a global presence Inalfa is always in close proximity to its customers' production lines. \r\n\r\nInalfa Roof Systems, Inc. - North America's headquarter is located in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The North American headquarter is home to the US & Mexico Technical and Operations group. Inalfa Roof Systems, Inc. - North America designs, develops, and manufactures sunroofs for the automotive industry. Inalfa Roof Systems, Inc. - North America has 4 manufacturing locations: Auburn Hills, MI; Warren, MI; Acworth, GA and Irapuato, Mexico. \r\n\r\nInalfa Roof Systems has its Global headquarters in Venray, the Netherlands, and has a global footprint with facilities in Europe, Asia and the United States of America.