Manufacturing Business Unit Manager

Position Summary:

Responsible for the operation of assigned Business Unit including workplace safety, machinery and equipment, quality, cost, productivity, delivery, and the culture of continuous improvement.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Works under the direction of the Plant Manager

• Manages directly and indirectly all Business Unit Team Members. The Business Unit Manager evaluates, trains, disciplines and determines remuneration of staff

• Responsible for safety performance and improvement within business unit

• Develops Business Unit goals and specific plant objectives

• Responsible for equipment/process/tooling capacity planning for business unit

• Responsible for establishing business unit manpower requirements and adjusting manpower based on sales forecasting, turnover, productivity improvements, etc.

• Lead, support or participate in standard lean events and continuous improvement activities

• Lead, support or participate in formal root cause analysis/problem-solving efforts related to safety, quality and delivery incidents

• Develop and implements business unit specific procedures and work instructions

• Lead or assist in efforts to meet/exceed safe launch requirements

• Ensure 6S initiatives are implemented and the 6S process is maintained within business unit

• Review and approve production schedules to meet the demand of the customers without expedited deliveries

• Responsible for meeting or exceeding annual budget requirements including direct and indirect labor, scrap, cost of quality, and overtime

• Encourages Team Member engagement activities

• Complies with policies and procedures pertaining to the location, corporate, and customer standards such as IATF16949 and ISO14001

• May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description

Education and Qualifications:

• Four year degree in Industrial Management or related field

• Five years- experience in manufacturing supervision, automotive experience preferred

• Problem solving and strong analytical skills, strong self- motivation, and decision making skills

• Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary

Work Environment/Work Conditions:

• Professional Office Environment

• Must wear proper personal protection equipment while on manufacturing floor

• Travel to manufacturing facilities or customer locations when required

• Equipment used requires proper training on the potential for and avoidance of injury

Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, age, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers.

Because we recognize and value the range of ways in which people acquire experiences, whether via personal, professional, education, or volunteerism, we invite interested applicants to evaluate the key duties and requirements and apply for any opportunities that fit your experience and qualifications.

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