Primary purpose of the job
To carry prime responsibility/accountability for managing the Manufacturing Processes in all its facets, including the support functions required in the plant, in order to ensure that customer requirements are fulfilled through cost effective resource utilisation, schedules and quality.
Key Performance Areas
Takes overall responsibility for the manufacturing processes in press shop and assembly
Manages all process engineering and process specialist functions
Coordinates process related topics with supporting functions and external shareholders and ensures alignment
Ensures adequate resources are available
Manages performance of sub-ordinates
Knowledge and Skills required
Process Management in a manufacturing environment
Metrology and statistical process control
Lean Principles
Administration
Management of staff
Performance Targets
Productivity improvements
Process improvements
Versatility / job enhancement
Extensive Computer literacy
Communication and Interpersonal relations
Leadership
Report writing
Organising
Presentation Skills
Analytical
Disciplinary Enquiry and Grievance Management
Minimum Requirements
Degree in Industrial / Mechanical Engineering
Minimum of 8 years process background within the automotive environment
Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience in Automotive or similar Environment
