Senior Manager, Manufacturing Engineering

Responsibilities:

• Lead manufacturing strategy, footprint optimization and all new program launches for the JIT in Thailand.
• Execute all Thailand programs as per Adient standards while following the standard AME deliverables, to ensure flawless launches.
• Design and implement competitive, efficient and safe manufacturing processes able to deliver the highest standards to our customers.
• Lead ME reviews of program deliverables to ensure consistent application and execution of standards.
• Schedule reviews with the Country ME or Regional AME director for all key programs and prepare Manufacturing Process Confirmation (MPC) to leadership as required by the product launch system
• Support commercial team during Phase 0/1. Review & approve capex investment for all new quotes. Prepare quote packages.
• Update MU/CU of each footprint and Study suitable footprint and value steam flow for improve competitiveness.
• Support business growth by providing solutions on footprint and Capex needs.
• Support and work with CI team on manufacturing practices and improvements (AMS, BBP, MU/CU) to drive operational excellence and waste elimination.
• Build and develop a strong Successor and IDP for subordinate and drive people engagement.
• Improve machine, Jig and fixture to have zero defect outflow
• Implement innovation and AI to improve production line
• Improve line layout to eliminate waste

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial or Eng. preferred)
• Minimum 15 years of industry experience (automotive experience preferred).
• Assembly Process Development, Layout Development and Footprint, Planning and Greenfield/Brownfield Development experience
• Equipment and Machine Technical Specifications and Standards
• Product Design and Development Specifications
• Knowledge of takt time, line balance method.
• Knowledge of manufacturing process such as Tightening and relate processing technology.
• Knowledge of Shop Floor Control Systems
• Knowledge of value stream mapping and roll throughput yield.
• Knowledge of quality system.
• Knowledge of Robot / Machine cycle time calculations, Line Cycle time balancing and ergonomics of loading and unloading parts to a machine.
• Plant Layout design
• Program Management knowledge as related to successful management of capital budget and plant installations
• Proficient in read, write and speak English.