Director of Manufacturing Systems
Canton, MI

Director of Manufacturing Systems & Continuous Improvement Summary:

The Director of Manufacturing Systems will coordinate and lead the imolementation of the manufacturing operating system and continuous improvement initiatives for 2 plants in Michigan. They are responsible for establishing best business practives and implementing the elements of a World Class Manufacturing sytem. They will also drive waste identification and elimination across the plants and have the ability to work cross functionally with other departments.

Director of Manufacturing Systems & Continuous Improvement Job Responsibilities:

• Priortize and implement operating system and drive the key elements with demonstrated improvements quarter to quarter
• Responsible for driving continuous Improvement and delivering manufacturing improvements.
• Building project plan to CI projects, including resources, timeline, critical paths, etc.
• Ability to work with and/or manage cross-functional teams to define and plan scope for projects from initiation through implementation and operational transition.
• Capable of developing and documenting new business processes and/or optimizing existing processes as required.
• Strong focus on process improvement for Operations.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify process improvement opportunities and quantify their costs and benefits.
• Utilize Six Sigma, Lean and other process improvement tools.
• Provides training and mentorship to employees utilizing Lean Six Sigma tools and techniques.
• Performing gap analysis to identify deficiencies in business processes and recommending adjustments.
• Linking process deficiencies directly to bottom line impact.
• Driving resolution of process deficiencies using statistical and financial justification.
• Follows safety regulations and enforces compliance with company safety rules and regulations.

Director of Manufacturing Systems & Continuous Improvement Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (BS or BA) is required.
• Must have recent experience in a Manufacturing facility. Prefer to have Automotive Industry experience.
• Solid understanding of Continuous Improvement and Lean-Tools and proven track record of implementation.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through skills.
• Experience with Lean / Six Sigma Systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills and decision making ability.
• Effective and professional communication and organization skills.
• Hands-on experience using Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement methods (LEAN, TPM, Six Sigma, TQM).