Job Opening: Controls Engineer Supervisor
Description
ResourceMFG is seeking a Controls Engineer Supervisor for a client located in Redford, Michigan.
Direct Hire
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Team Leadership/ Mentorship
· Strong ability to mentor/develop/coach direct reports, drive standardization and accountability for performance.
· Creates an environment that encourages active participation of all team members.
· Directly supervises corporate engineers (manufacturing or controls)
· Provide Engineering expertise to help keep projects on time and under budget.
· Drive lean concepts (OEE, Kanban, Visual Factory, TPM etc.) throughout the organization.
Team Project Management
· Supports all new launch activity.
· Drives assigned “Launch Team” to meet or exceed Piston Automotive goals for: Safety, Productivity, Quality and Continuous Improvement.
· Responsible to the development of all project specifications and timing plans, including internal resource planning, subcontract requirements, facility requirements, equipment and tooling needs.
· Responsible for the procurement, design, build, installation and debug of all Production Process Equipment, that are facilitated by corporate lead initiatives, through SOP.
· Supports program meetings (both internally and with the Customer) as required and/or requested.
· Supports Engineers with communication and issue resolution internally, with customers and with vendors.
· Assist in evaluation of new suppliers, products and technologies to help maintain a competitive edge in the industry.
· Supports development of annual and project-based Capital Expenditure Budgets and drive adherence to performance.
· Review and approve Process Documentation through SOP. This includes Process Flow, Cycle Time Analysis, PFMEA and Work Instructions.
· Provide support and guidance to Plant Engineering and Maintenance Teams as required.
Team Performance Management
· Champions “Launch Team” gate deliverables.
· Ensures all established project delivery commitments are met.
· Performs administrative activities associated with the effective management of the “Launch Team”, including holding standing meetings, managing and prioritization of open issues, tracking timing and progress of each individual.
· Responsible for “Launch Team” performance management process, including annual performance reviews for assigned engineer
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Directly supervises the assigned Team. Works closely with the Functional Director to ensure all projects and resources are closely coordinated within the Engineering Department.
SUPERVISORY & PROJECT EXPECTATIONS:
This position is a balance of project workload based on your department or functional job description and supervision. Based on project workload and assigned resources; the level of individual contribution to project responsibilities and supervisory duties will be managed on an ongoing basis.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
· Strong leadership skills, independent thinking, strong organizational and planning abilities and excellent analytical and problem solving skills are essential.
· Excellent communication skills and ability to work with a diverse team at all levels within the organization.
· Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Principles, 5-S, Kanban, Kaizen, Poka-Yoke and Root Cause Analysis
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
· Strong understanding of assembly requirements for all Automotive Component Systems; Body, Trim, Chassis, Powertrain, Interior and Electrical Systems.
· Strong working knowledge of Manual and Automated Assembly Systems and Technologies, including both mechanical and control systems.
· Strong working knowledge of Process Flow and PFMEA creation and documentation.
· Strong Knowledge of Industrial Safety Standards and requirements.
· Must be able to travel as required to support direct reports and launch activities.