Production Systems Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for Halla Production System implementation using (12) lean HPS elements supporting Standardization, People Involvement, Continuous Improvement, Built-In Quality, Flow and Flexibility.
• Develops, maintains & communicates a vision & strategy for implementation of comprehensive Lean manufacturing systems and HPS with a focus on driving continuous improvement that ensures production volume, cost and quality to support business development.
• Manages Continuous Improvement including planning, initiation, and implementation of CI projects and activities of considerable scope, variety, and complexity.
• Sets expectations for lean organization/culture. Leads direction and focus to ensure comprehensive understanding and implementation of HPS concepts that delivers quantifiable benefits.
• Establishes priorities, recommends actions, executes actions, verifies results and makes course corrections.
• Makes recommendations based on advanced knowledge of lean priorities & production systems for all processes, products, and functions plant wide.
• Aids in developing annual business plans.
• Assists in establishing yearly operation goals, objectives and performance standards with management.
• Aligns manufacturing plant objectives and performance standards (KPIs) with overall value stream Objectives, Goals, Strategy, and Measures.
• Works with Manufacturing Management to deploy resources (capital, technical support, etc.) to ensure that business needs are being met from a Lean quality and service perspective.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Engineering, Manufacturing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience which has provided both theoretical and practical knowledge in the field.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job acquired through eight or more years of increasingly responsible experience that included previous project management and use of Production Systems and CI principles (e.g. lean manufacturing).
• Automotive experience in a high-volume environment.
• Certification as a Six Sigma Black Belt is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Comprehensive Knowledge of lean principles and automotive operations.
• Proficient in project management systems and methods.
• Strong Organizational skills with the ability to execute tactical plans.
• Strong interpersonal and teaching skills.
• Excellent time management with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to make quick and reasonable judgements.

Legal Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age due to federal labor law requirements.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Working Conditions

• PPE and safety shoes are required in the machining manufacturing environment.
• Requires prolonged standing and walking in a manufacturing environment.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Salary commensurate with experience.
• Benefits package includes health, dental & vision insurance, life insurance and other supplemental benefits, 401(k) plan, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

• HL Mando is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or disability status.