CI & Engineering Manager

at  Johnson Controls International

WHAT WE LOOK FOR:

• Bachelor’s degree or above, major in Administration, Industrial engineering, or any other engineering discipline
• Certified Six Sigma Black Belt.
• Expert in Lean Manufacturing.
• 5 – 10 years of experience of increasing responsibility in a manufacturing environment
• Excellent project management skills
• Able to work on multiple projects.
• Capable to direct and manage multiple teams
• Experience with training and coaching others on process improvement methods
• Master on Business Administration or other field area is a plus
• Good working enthusiasm, take actions in time, and spirit of teamwork
• Good communication skills both in written and spoken English and Spanish are essential for the success on the position.
• Desired Skills and / or Certifications:
• Lean Implementer
• Six Sigma Black Belt
• Ability to lead, influence and motivate
• Ability to work with little supervision
• Knowledge on Microsoft software like Word, Excel, Access, Project etc
• Understanding of manufacturing systems.
• LEM Behaviors.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Plant CI & Industrial Eng. Manager is responsible for leading and managing process improvement projects within the organization, designed to eliminate waste and non-value-added activities and enhance operational performance. Ensure that all Industrial engineering information and manufacturing processes are adequate to produce units in accordance with the customer requirements (Quality, OTD and Cost).
Responsible for project execution using the CI team (Lean / Six Sigma Black Belts), as a strategic resource.

HOW YOU WILL DO IT:

• Lead/support Lean / Six Sigma Black Belts and teams to achieve the cost per EQU
• Defines and implements all industrial and manufacturing process, such as, but not limited to XXXX, yamazumi boards, line balancing, parts presentation etc.
• Coordinate new products and process’s introduction, manufacturing of special products or prototypes.
• Work with Finance Manager and Account Champions to execute cost reduction projects to meet plant goals.
• Responsible for project execution to achieve monthly, quarterly and annual savings according to the plant operating plan.
• Report project progress to management team and other appropriate leadership levels in a monthly basis.
• Prepare detailed plans to track project performance and assure timely completion and achievement of savings goals. Identify and implement recovery plans when projects are not executed on time.
• Apply Benchmark tools (globally) to identify best business practices and execute projects to implement.
• Align plant annual operating plan with corporate requirements for Continuous Improvement savings to improve profitability and reduce the gap in cost / EQU.
• Promote Six Sigma, Lean and Kepner Trego in the organization and drive culture change.