About The Role
The HPS Manager will lead the implementation and administering of the HPS-Model driving a culture of Continuous Improvement in order to improve the entire manufacturing operation performance, including but not limited to: production, engineering, quality, logistics, materials, AME, new product introduction, HR and other support functions.
Your Team
HPS Coordinator
HPS Engineer
HPS Leader
What You Will Do Lead the HPS organization and interact directly with senior leaders, both internally and externally.Set the manufacturing site HPS strategic direction and roadmap aligned to global strategy and execute on critical projects.Provide strategic direction and mentoring to local leaders and HPS teams.Establish, apply, and maintain a common HPS-Model across the manufacturing site ecosystem (logistics, materials, AME, new product introduction, HR and other support functions) based on the global standard.Set-up and enforce standardization of HPS related methods, processes, procedures and tools in the manufacturing site (i.e. Standardized Work including the development of Work Balance, STW Chart, Work Combination Table etc.)Plan, initiate and coordinate Kaizen and Productivity/Cost Improvement workshops aligned to manufacturing sites strategy and targets.Collaborate with the manufacturing organization to drive continual improvement in all aspects of manufacturing through advanced methodologies and processes.Plan and execute HPS maturity assessments/audits in the manufacturing site.Attract, lead, coach, develop and retain high-performance and competent HPS team.Deploy and drive a best-in-class operational excellence culture based on HPS understanding, industry experience and insights into future direction.Be in charge of the Certification Program for Team Leaders.Authorized and Update documents and standards that belong to the HPS department.Keep the 5S's standards and KPI updated.Plan budget and manage costs related to operational excellence initiatives.Participate and provide support related with quality and EHSS systems management, objectives, targets and programs.Ensure compliance with ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 management system.What You Need Integrity, Innovation, Inclusion, Excellence, Team Work and Respect.Leadership, Change Oriented, Collaboration, Judgment and Result Driven.Bachelor's degree (Engineering, B.A., B.S.) or equivalent.Experience: 7+ years of experience related to continuous improvement or similar project management.Proven track record in Lean manufacturing deployment and success in implementation of redesigned processes.Knowledge of lean concepts including Toyota Production System principles required.Problem Solving experience.Bilingual: Spanish- English.Background in manufacturing and/or engineering environments.Background in people management and project management.Specific Skills: MS Office, Outlook, SAP, Minitab.What Is Nice To Have Lean Six Sigma certification.Problem Solving Certification.Train the trainers.First Time Leader.Finance for non-financial.What Makes You Eligible Willingness to travel.Willingness to work in an office.What We Offer Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location.Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.).Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University.Competitive wellness benefits.Tuition Reimbursement.Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria.An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
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