SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced General Assembly Unit Manager to oversee the operations of our General Assembly unit at our automotive vehicle manufacturing plant. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a team to ensure the efficient assembly of vehicles while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and productivity.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Vehicle Assembly Processes: In-depth understanding of vehicle assembly processes, including body shop operations, chassis assembly, trim assembly, and final vehicle assembly.
- Ability to optimize assembly line layouts, sequence operations, and implement efficient workflows.
Quality Management Systems:
- Proficiency in implementing and maintaining quality management systems such as ISO 9001
- Experience with quality control tools and techniques for defect detection, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions.
Automotive Technologies:
- Knowledge of automotive technologies and components, including engines, transmissions, electrical systems, and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
- Understanding of vehicle architecture and integration of subsystems into the assembly process.
Equipment and Machinery:
- Familiarity with the operation and maintenance of equipment and machinery used in vehicle assembly, such as robotic arms, welding machines, conveyors, and testing equipment.
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
Lean Manufacturing Principles:
- Expertise in lean manufacturing principles and methodologies, including 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, and Just-in-Time (JIT) production.
- Proven track record of implementing lean initiatives to improve productivity, reduce waste, and streamline processes.
Supply Chain Management:
- Understanding of supply chain management concepts and practices, particularly as they relate to inbound logistics, inventory management, and supplier integration.
- Ability to collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of components and materials to support production schedules.
Manufacturing Engineering:
- Knowledge of manufacturing engineering principles, such as process design, capacity planning, and production optimization.
- Experience in conducting feasibility studies, process simulations, and risk assessments for new assembly projects or process improvements.
Regulatory Compliance:
- Awareness of regulatory requirements and industry standards applicable to vehicle manufacturing, including safety regulations (e.g., OSHA) and environmental regulations.
- Ability to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations in all aspects of operations.
Data Analysis and Reporting:
- Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques for performance monitoring and decision-making.
- Ability to analyze production data, identify trends, and generate reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to quality, productivity, and efficiency.
Continuous Improvement :
- Commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the General Assembly unit.
- Ability to engage employees in problem-solving activities, encourage innovation, and recognize and reward contributions to process improvement initiatives.
- Carry out any additional or reasonable duties that may be allocated to you by management.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Proven experience in automotive manufacturing operations
- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
- In-depth knowledge of General Assembly processes and best practices.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Solid understanding of quality management systems and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma).
- Familiarity with safety regulations and protocols in a manufacturing environment.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and manufacturing software systems.
Should you wish to apply please email your CV to
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.
