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Manufacturing Operations Manager – General Assembly

Position Overview:

The Navistar San Antonio Manufacturing Plant is a benchmark facility that builds leading-edge commercial vehicles to meet the needs of today’s – and tomorrow’s – customers. By using proven engineering and leading technology and manufacturing principles, Navistar takes mobility and transport to a new level of impact. This facility has the flexibility to build Class 6-8 trucks along with Electric Vehicles that allow Navistar to add capacity to support anticipated industry growth. Using the Internet of Things (IoT) and connected manufacturing principles, Navistar's newest manufacturing facility will continue growing our market share gains, optimizing our supplier network and improving quality.

We are currently seeking a Business Unit Manager - General Assembly that would Directs the development and implementation of activities in production area(s) to meet production goals, quality, and cost objectives. Prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply.

Responsibilities:

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Directs the development and implementation of activities in production area(s) to meet production goals, quality, and cost objectives.
Prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, materials supply and other business needs. Plans and administers procedures and budgets.
Makes budgetary recommendations and may control capital expenditures and direct/indirect labor.
Develops schedules and manpower requirements for assigned areas. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.
Lead and facilitate daily/weekly/monthly safety meetings and lead/assist in the resolution of safety items
Lead and Accountable on Business Team meetings
Responsible for leading and managing the organization and ensuring achievement of safety, quality, delivery and cost objectives
Responsible for interfacing with internal customers and developing operation/business plan
Responsible for achievement of daily production requirements for all customers
Responsible for continuous improvement initiatives
Responsible for cultivating a healthy high-performance culture through-out the organization, including both management and hourly paid personnel

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree
At least 8 years of product manufacturing experience
At least 2 years of management experience

Master’s degree
At least 6 years of product manufacturing experience
At least 2 years of management experience

At least 10 years of product manufacturing experience
At least 2 years of management experience

Additional Requirements:

Qualified candidates, excluding current Navistar employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. Navistar does not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Desired Skills:

Demonstrated understanding in the compliance of Company Safety and Environmental Policies
Experience in the development and implementation of strategic business planning
Demonstrated knowledge in lean manufacturing and automation in the manufacturing environment
Demonstrated experience in leading an organization based on achievement of business goals
Proven ability to drive cultural changes from the top down, through all organizational levels
Demonstrated knowledge of quality and material systems in a manufacturing environment
Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
Ability to coach employees at all levels
Ability to learn in a fast-paced environment
Ability and willingness to work any shift
Ability to work in outdoor environment

Company Overview:

Navistar, Inc. (“Navistar”) is a purpose-driven company, reimagining how to deliver what matters to create more cohesive relationships, build higher-performing teams and find solutions where others don’t.

Based in Lisle, Illinois, Navistar or its subsidiaries and affiliates produce International® brand commercial trucks and engines, IC Bus® brand school and commercial buses, all-makes OnCommand® Connection advanced connectivity services, and Fleetrite®, ReNEWeD® and Diamond Advantage® brand aftermarket parts.

With a history of innovation dating back to 1831, Navistar has more than 14,500 employees worldwide and is part of TRATON SE, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. Additional information is available at www.Navistar.com.

Accelerating the Impact of Sustainable Mobility:

Visit us at www.Navistar.com to discover more about our organization

Navistar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

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Hybrid, based in Lisle, IL

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