MAFACT World Class Manufacturing Manager

Job title: MAFACT World Class Manufacturing Manager

Job description: Group Description

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Role Summary

This position leads and facilitates plant wide MAFACT lean manufacturing strategy and implementation for P&F. Responsible for analyzing, developing, implementing changes in process design, manufacturing methods and process improvements. Reviews the organization’s internal manufacturing processes to ensure maximum efficiencies are achieved. Implements continuous improvement initiatives throughout the organization using various Lean Methodologies and principles (e.g. 5S, VSM, SMED, TPM, Kaizen etc) and leads P&F to be a highly competitive world class manufacturing plant

Key Responsibilities

Develop programmes processes and procedures for record retention, continuous improvement and job training.

• Promotes the benefits of excelling as a World Class Manufacturing (WCM) organization.
• Develops (with Senior management team), plans and assists in implementation of strategic planning, Mafact, and lean strategy in all departments
• Educates, trains and motivates our workforce on Mafact / WCM initiatives.
• Develops and maintains model lines as per Mafact guidelines.
• Lead Champions divisional Mafact assessments and audits
• Maintains Mafact Certification from the Mafact (Sub)Group Lead including Mafact lean simulation.
• Owns Execution of training plan for delivery of Corporate Mafact Training modules
• Coaches and follows up with department managers to complete continuous improvement projects
• Develops annual strategy A3(mother) for Mafact goals
• Supports Department Manager’s development of a supporting A3’s(child) to achieve these goals.
• Coordinates, plans and performs Mafact lean simulation training with team
• Champions, co-ordinates, supports and review CI activities – Monthly
• Maintains Global Mafact KPI Monthly
• Participates in the fast response and daily operations meeting
• Leads and completes continuous improvement projects. Examples: Line optimization, VSM project, C/O reduction, etc.
• Maintains Processes, Organizes and participates in the weekly GM/ AGM/ plant manager Gemba walk.
• Owns and maintains plant layouts in Autocad format
• Owns and maintains Benchmarking and Best Practice Sharing process in accordance with Mafact
• Works independently with minimal supervision. Must be self-motivated
• Supports Manager and Supervisor in new program development and follows up all program stages (timing, concept, feasibility, design, construction, try-out, launch, final buy-off, prototype programs, engineering changes, program packaging requirements including unit load manuals) as needed and requested by Engineering Manager
• Supports Program teams in newexisting program development. i.e. flow analysis, material flow within the plant, plant layouts, new equipment layout, warehousing requirements, packaging studies, freight studies as required
• Develops and establishes appropriate key performance measurable
• Leads problem solving activities throughout the plant
• Plans and executes time motion studies
• Must be able to apply standard industrial engineering practices.
• Conducts method analysis and improvements to work station design.
• Develops quotes for capital projects including racks and material handling equipment.

Key Qualifications/Requirements

Engineering Degree or equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.

• Completion of a specialized course(s) taught in recognized community colleges and universities, consisting of more that two academic years. Or equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• 10+ years related work experience in an automotive environment
• Min. 5 years related work experience with successful World Class Manufacturing implementations in an automotive environment.
• Proven record of successfully planning, leading and closing assigned project on time and budget
• Proficient in Training Within Industry, Standard Work, and Ergonomics
• Documented experience in training others
• Excellent knowledge (oral and written) of both English and Mathematics.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Able to be flexible in hours of work in order to meet internal/external customer requirements (scheduled and non-scheduled overtime shifts, etc.)
• Must be able to work in a strictly confidential matter
• Proficient Knowledge of Value Stream Mapping required
• Proven Problem Solving Strengths including 8D, 5 Why, DMAIC, VSM, Pareto
• Proficient in A3 , PDCA, Kaizen
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Advanced Excel Knowledge
• Proficient in AutoCad
• Excellent Presentation and Facilitation skills.
• Solid Knowledge and proven application of lean tools
• SPC Level 1
• MRP System knowledge (Job Schedule, Production Planning, Costing) would be an asset
• Budget Planning
• Basic Financial understanding
• 5S
• SMED
• Knowledge of ISO-14001 / IATF 16949

Mobilize teams, building momentum to get things done by communicating clearly and consistently,

• Investing time and energy to engage the whole organization. Use negotiation skills and adaptability to encourage recognition of joint concerns, collaboration, and to influence the success of outcomes.
• Ensures that people have the support and tools they need and that the workforce as a whole has the capacity and diversity to meet current and longer-term organizational objectives.
• Plans work and carries out tasks without detailed instructions
• Creates novel solutions to problems
• Makes sound decisions
• Uses logic to reach solutions
• Works harmoniously with others to get a job done
• Works effectively on projects that cross functional lines
• When appropriate facilitates discussion before decision-making process is complete.
• Maintains high standards despite pressing deadlines
• Committed to doing the best job possible

Additional Information

Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request.

Competencies

Key Qualifications/Requirements

Act Decisively

Champion Change

Inspire Others

Lead the Team

Prioritize Achievement

Think Strategically

Think Top and Bottom Line – Understanding the Business

Company: Magna International

Expected salary:

Location: Concord, ON

Job date: Sat, 08 Jan 2022 23:28:21 GMT

Job Source: Careerjet.ca

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