What are the responsibilities and job description for the Regional Bill of Materials Analyst position at Honda?
Job Purpose
Applies broad theoretical knowledge in Regional Specification Control Operations. Manage and administer North America Regional and Global engineering drawings and manufacturing design revision issuance to all North American and Global plants as needed. Development, configuration, management, and verification of the technical data in the Manufacturing Bill of Material (BOM) thru execution of Engineering Design Changes and revisions from North America manufacturing plants from Manufacturing Instructions. Contribute to the stable production start of New Models and products in mass production by focusing on quality & efficiency in execution of the engineering change management process.
Key Accountabilities
- Design Change Delivery - BEAM Bill of Material System Setting: Handling engineering technical records and project information for individual design changes or full BOM design changes - Design drawing review, part hierarchy/ structure change point confirmation, understand Inter / Intra company part supply relationships. Interpret regional and global parts supply/install agreements to ensure data is sent to correct plants. Understand each models feature and application list change points. Understanding and configuration of Frame/Engine/Transmission /Differential combination set up and combination changepoint reconversions, apply reason codes by change point to support supplier/factory instruction sheet issuance. Reason code application to ensure VIN capture through IPP tag, quantities confirmation and splitting, maker layout setting / request, accuracy verification, Part to; model, type, & application setting, Part begin and end dates at model, type, application levels. DC Approval, Ensuring sequential design change delivery. Managing the work prioritization of multiple models & volume. Verification of accurate Product Engineering apply timing and comments. Run and analyse various verification reports to ensure accuracy of BEAM updates and attachments for approver analysis and customer information. Ensure design change and manufacturing BOM change points are issued in a timely manner for New Model event readiness and Mass Production.
- Manufacturing Instruction Delivery - BEAM Bill of Material setting: Handling engineering technical data by configuration of Part Drawing Manufacturing Change Points, confirmation of part hierarchy, quantity, application accuracy, understand Inter / Intra company part supply relationships, understanding of in-house delivery set up, interpret regional and global parts supply / install agreements to ensure data is sent to correct plants, understanding of feature and application list change points, understanding and configuration of Frame / Engine / Transmission / Differential combination set up and combination changepoint reconversions, apply reason codes by change point to support instruction sheet issuance and VIN capture, determine need to request supplier or plant supply setting, quantities confirmation and splitting, confirmation of application at multiple plants, verification of originating department content / objective. Part beginning and end dates at model, type, application levels. Technical drawing & attachment review to ensure accuracy, need of changepoints, and compliance with operational rules / standards prior to the manipulation of the factory BOM. MI approval flow, ensure the MI has been routed through proper plants / departments, prioritization setting for multiple models, run and analyse various verification reports to ensure accuracy of change points and attach for
approval purposes & customer information. Ensure manufacturing BOM change points are issued in a timely manner for event readiness and Mass Production.
Key Accountabilities continued
- Export Bill of Material – Management of parts supplied from North America to the world: Communication with multiple regions for application timing, part color setting, model build process kick-off & execution. Address customer inquiries / concerns promptly and professionally to ensure customer satisfaction. Build customer relationships and teamwork. Attend and support BOM and New Model meetings with North America International Operations Office (NAIOO) as needed. Understand and identify part numbers, structures, and application change points to deliver and confirm an accurate BOM. Support daily priority and identify areas of improvements. Identify and understand impact to design change and manufacturing instructions to the plants. Understand and confirm the effective date timing (Set Lot / Part by Part) in BEAM.
- Communication & Coordination: Facilitate or support all North America plants / departments with design and engineering Bill of Material clarification & configuration information per Operational Rules and support New Model meetings as needed.
- Business Plan Themes: Leading or participating in a team that will execute strategic business initiatives. Theme work may include: process maps, calculations of benefits/ efficiency, time studies, or multi department collaboration. Teams report status monthly/quarterly to management to communicate/share progress on theme.
Qualifications, Experience, and Skills
- BAS Degree, or equivalent relevant experience
- 0–4 years of experience with Part Drawing Control or Engineering Change Management, Supplement Experience in Supply Chain, Production Control or Manufacturing Engineering is a plus.
- Recognize and demonstrate knowledge of Bill of Materials (BOM)/Parts List Check procedure.
- Recognize and demonstrate knowledge of Specification Notice Procedures issuance/ management. (D/C and MI)
- Recognize & demonstrate Honda Engineering Standards Knowledge
- Recognize & demonstrate CATIA Knowledge
- Recognize & demonstrate new model development flow knowledge
- Recognize & demonstrate data modelling knowledge
- Recognize & demonstrate product maker layout flow knowledge
- Understand importance of technical data quality accuracy and integration
- Excel (macro knowledge a ), PowerPoint
Working Conditions
- Virtual (Work from Home) 60%, 40% in an open office environment.
- Job on a infrequent basis does require travel to North America Operations and sometimes Japan (rare).
- Overtime is required as the workload dictates.
What differentiates Honda and make 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.)
- Paid Overtime
- Regional Bonus (when applicable)
- 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:
- Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
- Lifestyle Account
- Childcare Reimbursement Account
- Elder Care Support
- 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.
