Senior Manager Operations

Job Number: 67460

Group: Magna Steyr

Division: Magna Complete Vehicles Mesa

Job Type: Permanent/Regular

Location:

Mesa, ARIZONA, US, 85212

Work Style: On-Site

About us

We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That’s why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.

Forward. For all.

Group Summary

As an engineering and manufacturing partner, Magna’s Complete Vehicle group helps traditional OEMs and new entrants to bring their automotive visions to life. At Magna, you will work in an innovative, international and dynamic team, always pursuing the goal of delivering high-quality products. We work in a diverse environment with global development opportunities. Together with our employees we constantly strive to create a better world of mobility.

About the Role

The Senior Manager of Operations will lead a cross-functional team and will be responsible for the People, Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost & Innovation performance while delivering product to our customer. The Senior Operations Manager ensures all requirements associated with the successful assembly of vehicles for the plant’s customer. This is facilitated through Managers and Supervisors of Production, Quality, Engineering, and Facilities.

In this role, there will be regular interaction with the plant’s cross-functional teams, executive leadership, and regulatory agencies. This position requires strong leadership and people skills, the ability to problem solve, proactively identify issues, and develop and communicate action plans.

Your Responsibilities

• Manages employees and first-level managers and supervisors performing activities within multiple operations disciplines.

• Develops and executes integrated departmental plans , policies and procedures and provides input on departmental business and technical strategies, goals and objectives .

• Responsible for the safe and efficient operations of the Production, Quality, Engineering, and Facilities departments. Acquires resources for department activities, provides technical management and leads process improvements.

• Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports.

• Coordinates shift and production run changes to ensure on-time delivery of good quality products.

• Participates in manpower requirements planning and overtime scheduling . Integrates all operations engineering changes into production. Develops ramp-up plans for launching programs.

• Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes.

• Leads, develops and motivates employees and first-level managers and supervisors .

Who we are looking for

• Technical or business degree

• Minimum 15 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment with a minimum of 10 years of experience in a leadership role

• Minimum of 7 years of experience coaching, guiding and mentoring cross-functional teams

• Minimum of 7 year of experience with Quality Management Systems and or Shop Floor Control Systems

• Minimum of 7 years of experience advising and influencing managers or non-managers to meet schedules or resolve technical or operational problems

• Minimum of 5 years of experience using lean manufacturing and/or continuous improvement practices and tools in the workplace

• Ability to work variable shifts, including weekends and overtime

• Able to multi-task on several fronts to meet Business Plan objectives. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and manufacturing operation systems (ERP, MES, etc.). Strong math skills with the ability to apply to costs and analyze data

• Strong listening, communication (verbal and written), and presentation skills. Attention to detail and exceptional planning and organizational skills. Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and with a variable workload (flexible hours)

Your preferred qualifications

• Several years of experience effectively communicating with employees, peers and senior leadership. Experience in building a culture of safety and quality. Emotional intelligence and resilience

• Knowledge of Customer Specific Requirements (ISO 9000/ ISO 14001) and industry standards

• Knowledge and execution experience as it relates to APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans and Process Flow

• Proven ability to create and execute project plans that have achieved the identified targets. Ability to create and manage autonomous work groups with defined expectations and deliverables

• Knowledge and proven skills in World Class Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen

• Highly motivated, self-directed, creative, innovative, and people-oriented person

You are driven by your passion for mobility, you learn continuously and make sure you never settle. We highly value collaborative, dedicated personalities who enjoy taking responsibility and share their profound technical knowledge proactively. We are convinced that together is the best way to achieve goals. Dream big. With us.

What we offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Site Benefits

• Details on our benefits package will be provided during the recruitment process.

And now: It´s Your turn! We are looking forward to receiving your online application.

Please include your CV. As we are excited to learn more about you, please also submit a motivational letter including your salary expectation.

Awareness. Unity. Empowerment.

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.