Molding Manager
Job Number: 69511
Group: Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting
Job Type: Permanent/Regular
Location: Newaygo, MICHIGAN, US, 49337
Work Style: On-Site
About us
We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That’s why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.
Forward. For all.
Group Summary
The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent vision systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise lights the path to innovation, safety, and styling.
Your Responsibilities
* Directs and coordinates all activities within the Factory Focus area to execute a production plan that ensures operations meet quality, cost, delivery, and safety goals.
* Coordinates and participates in continuous improvement processes including troubleshooting and problem solving for immediate production problems, ensuring quality of Product, monitoring downtime, and leading efforts to improve quality and reduce costs.
* Provides strategic leadership and technical expertise to the organization. Initiates and recommends purchase of new equipment.
* Effectively balances needs of production with new product introduction. Coordinates manufacturing, product development and procurement resources to assure that labor, material, and support services needs are known and attained sufficient to execute the sales plan.
* Plans, develops, directs, implements, and maintains plant strategies and objectives. Develops moderate to long-term goals and translates them into short-term plans.
* Champions the introduction of improved business/manufacturing methods while driving continuous improvement and waste elimination activities within focus team.
Who we are looking for
* Develops and manages cross-functional operations leadership teams to meet business objectives.
* Maintains compliance with all organizations policies, standards and practices.
* Performs project work and other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.
* Disposes of waste paint solids to satellite accumulation area. Occasionally transports hazardous waste from satellite accumulation to 90-day accumulation area.
Your preferred qualifications
* Must possess a well-developed and proven leadership style with the ability to mentor, coach, counsel, and train toward long-term departmental and organizational goals.
* Demonstrated employee relationship and management skills to support, develop, and lead a cohesive team.
* Demonstrated strong communication skills to effectively communicate to groups of diverse educational backgrounds.
* Demonstrated project and program management skills and proven financial capabilities to maintain quality, cost, and timing of programs.
* Strong analytical and disciplined problem-solving skills.
* Bachelor’s degree minimum, preferably in a manufacturing or engineering related field or equivalent experience. Successful experience 3 -5 years in manufacturing leadership.
What we offer
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed.
* Beautiful environment in Riverside town with fishing, camping, and sports recreation.
* Great Benefits at 30 days.
* Full prorated Vacation after 30 days.
* Tuition Reimbursement.
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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