What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Manager, Manufacturing Equipment Engineering position at Honda?
Job Purpose
Manage and Lead Assembly Systems Group which contains the Global Automated Line Control (GALC), Line End Tester (LET) and Torque Groups in order to achieve and improve the impact these groups have on plant’s Safety Quality Cost Delivery Morale Environment (SQCDME) metrics.
Key Accountabilities
- Systems Group Lead - Monitor GALC, LET, and Torque Group SQCDME impact and report daily trigger items to Department and Plant management. Oversee countermeasure implementations for each root cause.
- Project Management - Execute & manage the plan (SAP) - Lead activity (weekend & shutdown) with all projects (both internal & external) to allocate appropriate resources, minimize interferences, maximize efficiency, and track project progress to achieve results.
- Associate Development – Takes action to build effective working relationships between individuals from different cultures, backgrounds, viewpoints & experiences. Ensure Process staff has the correct level of training. Deploy formal training, “On the Job Training”, and close associate knowledge gaps. Mentor to ensure technical knowledge of associates meets requirements to be successful.
- Program Lead – Understand all downstream systems and threats of Assembly Systems (LET, DC Tools, GALC, etc.), and guide Systems Engineering team(s) to remain compliant with policy and procedure. Set expectations for the Systems Team and hold contributors accountable for completion of countermeasures and implementations.
- Budget Management – Maintain team budget for expense. Set and maintain annual overtime budget for Systems staff. Fill open positions and stay within budget set by Department Leadership. Oversee Capital Investment projects driven by Systems Group. Ensuring projects stay on schedule and serve the intended purpose. Budget responsibilities include formulating requests, tracking expenditures, and adjusting budgets to address business needs.
Qualifications, Experience, and Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or related Engineering field, related discipline, or equivalent experience
8-10 years of related work experience
Knowledge/Experience Required: Strong leadership skills. Subject matter knowledge of manufacturing engineering tools and best practices for automobile assembly and systems. Peripheral knowledge of network and systems contribution to production metrics including overall associate safety, product quality, delivery capability, cost impact, and morale.
Knowledge/Experience Preferred: People leadership, presentation skills, project planning/leadership, team budgeting/Overtime planning, Part Traceability, Automotive/Manufacturing Fastener Control, Vehicle Electronics, Automotive New Model Flow, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, Genba, etc.
Skills Required: Leadership focus (motivator, team development); project leadership (deliver on targets); effective oral and written communication and presentation skills; Microsoft Suite (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Demonstrated Abilities: Effective communication of ideas to gain consensus from individuals or teams. Technical proficiency with expertise on some of the topics within area of expertise. Balancing multiple projects simultaneously. Comprehending technical drawings and specifications. Planning and executing complex projects and reporting to division managers. Working well in a collaborative environment.
Honda Factors: Ability to balance the wants / needs of the customer with AF operational requirements. Project tracking and reporting (specifically cost, schedules, and results).
8-10 years of related work experience
Knowledge/Experience Required: Strong leadership skills. Subject matter knowledge of manufacturing engineering tools and best practices for automobile assembly and systems. Peripheral knowledge of network and systems contribution to production metrics including overall associate safety, product quality, delivery capability, cost impact, and morale.
Knowledge/Experience Preferred: People leadership, presentation skills, project planning/leadership, team budgeting/Overtime planning, Part Traceability, Automotive/Manufacturing Fastener Control, Vehicle Electronics, Automotive New Model Flow, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, Genba, etc.
Skills Required: Leadership focus (motivator, team development); project leadership (deliver on targets); effective oral and written communication and presentation skills; Microsoft Suite (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Demonstrated Abilities: Effective communication of ideas to gain consensus from individuals or teams. Technical proficiency with expertise on some of the topics within area of expertise. Balancing multiple projects simultaneously. Comprehending technical drawings and specifications. Planning and executing complex projects and reporting to division managers. Working well in a collaborative environment.
Honda Factors: Ability to balance the wants / needs of the customer with AF operational requirements. Project tracking and reporting (specifically cost, schedules, and results).
Working Conditions
- Mixture of office and assembly floor environments
- Flexibility to work different shifts
- Ability to work overtime, appropriate weekends, or shutdowns to manage projects and meet operational needs
- Willingness to travel for benchmarking or business planning events
What differentiates Honda and makes us an employer of choice?
Total Rewards:
- Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
- Regional Bonus (when applicable)
- Manager Lease Car Program (No Cost - Car, Maintenance, and Insurance included)
- Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
- Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
- Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401K Plan with company match additional contribution
- Relocation assistance (if eligible)
Career Growth:
- Advancement Opportunities
- Career Mobility
- Education Reimbursement for Continued learning
- Training and Development Programs
Additional Offerings:
- Lifestyle Account
- Childcare Reimbursement Account
- Elder Care Support
- Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
- Wellbeing Program
- Community Service and Engagement Programs
- Product Programs
- Free Drinks Onsite
Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.
