Job Title:
Engineering and Maintenance Manager
Report to:
Global Engineering Manager
Location:
Mexico
Overview of Role:
Lead the continuous improvement process and standard work through the implementation of engineering and maintenance projects that generate a positive impact on the business. This position will lead and direct all facets of Engineering and Equipment Maintenance Management including, but not limited to:
Development and implementation of Continuous improvement strategies and standards across the entire facility based on Lean Manufacturing methodology & TPM to drive business performance in Safety, Cost, Delivery, Quality, and People Development.
Maximize the overall effectiveness of production equipment, with a direct impact on improving the customer experience.
What you will do:
Create the company's Engineering and Maintenance programs management strategies and objectives.
Supervise activities and projects of Manufacturing & NPI Engineers, and Maintenance technicians.
Propose and manage projects to improve process efficiency.
Determine process conditions of manufacturing lines.
Register and follow up on continuous improvement projects from other departments.
Set up effective process flow that includes sequence of operations, WIP, and layouts for all manufacturing areas.
Report results of Engineering and maintenance projects focusing on customer experience improvement & cost reductions.
Analyze new products and projects.
Maximize the overall effectiveness of production equipment through TPM methodology.
Ensure compliance in Corrective, Preventive & Predictive maintenance activities.
Address the entire production system lifecycle and build a solid, plant-floor based system to prevent accidents, defects, and breakdowns.
Focus on preventing breakdowns (predictive & preventive maintenance), implementing "poka-yoke" equipment to eliminate product defects, designing and installing maintenance-free equipment, and ensuring quick repair after breakdowns.
Develop strategies, policies, procedures, and overall best practices to optimize the value of the entire function in creating a world-class Engineering and Maintenance Management team.
Continuously improve processes mitigating risk and creating contingency plans to support product launches & ramp-ups.
Develop and manage departmental budgets accordingly.
Establish annual goals and objectives, including stretch targets regarding Company's KPI's, implementing, improving, evaluating, and reporting on own KPI's.
Partner closely with leadership in Manufacturing Operations, Quality, and Materials management.
Experience & Skills:
College degree or equivalent experience.
3+ years in Engineering & Maintenance Management experience.
Strong knowledge in Lean / Six Sigma - Certifications are a plus.
Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office / Project Management software.
Previous manufacturing industry experience with strong working knowledge of Project Management.
Strong leadership, motivational, and team-building skills required.
Ability to quickly analyze and solve complex problems required.
Moderate to expert skills in lean manufacturing/manufacturing techniques helpful.
What we need from you:
If you have considerable expertise, you may help the businesses in implementing Engineering and Maintenance strategies and world-class best practices. Your end goal is to cause a positive impact on Customer Experience. You may need to travel between sites and spend time away from home.
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