Continuous Improvement Manager

2 weeks ago

Plymouth, United States Magna Services Full time

Continuous Improvement Manager

Job Number: 61763

Group: Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting

Division: Autosystems America, Inc.

Job Type: Permanent/Regular

Location:

Plymouth, MICHIGAN, US, 48170

Work Style:

Job Number: 61763

Group: Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting

Division : Autosystems America, Inc.

Job Type: Permanent/Regular

Location: PLYMOUTH

Group Description

The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain the highest level of understanding regarding Magna practices including World Class Manufacturing (WCM), Magna Factory Concept (MAFACT), Magna Cost Reduction Process (MCRP), Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Kaizen Events, and Standardized Work.

Ensure Lessons Learned (LL) are read across and ensure standard processes (design, equipment, tooling, quoting, etc.) are updated as needed to support Continuous Improvement.

Train, mentor, and drive a culture of WCM, and MCRP within the division.

Develop standardized tools for departments to facilitate a repeatable workflow environment.

Analyze key business metrics to identify areas of opportunity that will have the largest impact on financial performance.

Perform business case analysis on potential improvement plans to confirm payback is present to obtain Executive Management agreement on implementation.

Develop fully comprehensible implementation plans with team input to facilitate effective execution, including timing, funding, payback, risk analysis, and required resource allocations.

Monitor and execute through effective tracking and reporting ensuring on budget and on time delivery to established key process indicators (KPIs).

Monthly project status reports presented to Senior Management of key dates, customer deliverables, open issues, and financial status.

Key Qualifications/Requirements

Diploma preferred in manufacturing, engineering, or finance with a bachelors degree an asset, or proven work related experience

A minimum of 3 years in automotive lighting commodity, with 5 years minimum in automotive manufacturing

Red X or Six Sigma training preferred

Microsoft software with expert skills in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Execution experience as it relates to Continuous Improvement related tools and topics required:

Experience in management of both direct reports and peers an asset.

Additional Information

Interpersonal skills, where associations are held to the highest standards

Strong communication in both written and verbal manner, with the ability to interpret the audience.

Present to large groups of peers and executive management

Systematic approach to problem resolution and decisions are data driven

Ability to gather and analyze information

Long term planning and organizational, even in times of crisis

Maintains highest level of quality in all aspects of business activities

Continuous improvement mentality with desire to drive changes into standard operating procedures

Mentorship of peers and progress tracking of skill development

Ability to maintain high level of tasks and effectively prioritize

Follow through with completion based on effective prioritization to eliminate follow up

Understand when escalation is needed in a timely fashion to ensure on time deliverables

Awareness. Unity. Empowerment.

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