Role summary
We are seeking an experienced professional to effectively manage production teams in an EV automotive manufacturing environment. You will lead day-to-day operations at our AMP-2 facility in King Abdullah Economic City. In this role, you will implement Lean Manufacturing practices on the plant shop floor. This is a unique opportunity to help establish and operate a world-class facility producing world-class vehicles.
Responsibilities
- Coach safety, quality, and productivity to ensure objectives are met through standardized work
- Supervise production team members and interface with Process and Maintenance Engineers to improve performance
- Manage material claims and support development of robust supplier quality system
- Monitor safety incidents and act as first responder when required
- Conduct process confirmation to ensure safe, smooth line operation and high-quality parts
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and coach problem resolution appropriately
- Ensure continuous, clear communication and provide recognition to team members
- Build Team Leader and Team Member capability through coaching and development
- Create work environment enabling successful task completion for assigned teams
- Perform basic administrative duties related to supervisory responsibilities and documentation
- Oversee daily material handling functions for department and facility
- Ensure material flow from receiving dock to warehouse storage to production line
- Provide direction and support in allocating resources for material handling needs
- Support Lucid Production System and synchronous material flow through lean practices
- Lead and manage hourly personnel
- Ensure successful new parts introduction through proactive planning and communication
- Identify data gaps including missed production counts and implement corrections
- Demonstrate flexibility to work any shift including rotating and weekends
- Make timely decisions assessing importance, urgency, and risk appropriately
- Ensure high standards of safe working practices and current documentation
- Take responsibility for personal and others' health and safety at work
- Ensure fire exits and alarms remain unobstructed and fully operational
- Conduct start- and end-of-shift briefings and facilitate team meetings
- Monitor and manage attendance per company policies and processes
- Inspect equipment regularly and ensure reported issues are addressed safely
- Conduct or delegate TPS audits including Manual Handling and Standard Operating Procedures
- Develop and deliver One Point Lessons and safety communications for understanding
- Maintain and update ILU and training plans
- Manage Manufacturing Execution Systems and other IT systems for production
- Manage production schedules to meet shift targets
- Handle disciplinary matters per company policies
- Allocate resources to address staff absences and workload demands
- Develop and deliver appraisals and maintain performance documentation
- Prepare and communicate required reports including end-of-shift summaries
- Monitor adherence to Standard Operating Procedures at all times
- Implement SOP and SWI updates when anomalies are identified
- Ensure all activities comply with Environmental Health and Safety policies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field (Powertrain Drive Unit experience preferred)
- 5+ years of experience in automotive Powertrain with HV and Drive Unit knowledge
Education
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field
Experience
5 or more years of experience in automotive Powertrain