APU Manager
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Job DescriptionWould you like to work in an international, innovative organization, where we produce high-quality solutions and are constantly looking to enhance existing and develop new offerings? Are you eager to join a professional team and work directly with our products? Then we have an interesting position in Grundfos for you.Grundfos is seeking an Autonomous Production Unit (APU) Manager. The APU Manager is responsible for organizing and carrying out the production of GCB’s products in the designated Autonomous Production Unit. The APU Manager is responsible for the inception, development, and successful implementation of programs to improve safety, quality, on-time delivery, cost reduction, and employee development. This position is responsible for developing and implementing company-wide policies and procedures in conjunction with other department managers. This position calls for a high level of leadership and accompanying skills. This position reports directly to the Regional Operations Director and will operate daily out of the Brookshire, Texas facility.Relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must have authorization to work in the USA without support. Sponsorship is not available for applicants for US Work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa.Your main responsibilities:
Create a safe working environment and ensure through on-going training that employees actively place safety as their highest priority, and we comply with state and federal regulations and group standards
Cultivate a high-performance work culture through facility management activities, communications and positive employee relations.
Coach, empower, motivate, and manage team, including making hiring and termination decisions, performance evaluations, training matrices, succession and development plans
Lead and manage production supervisors and assembly teams
Accountable for SQDICP of APU, in terms of targets achievement
Develop and work with others to create ways of improving product quality. Ensure that each employee is fully trained and performs all work according to work and control instructions.
Utilize QRQC to resolve nonconformances and complete process audits on corrective actions
Actively participate in SIOP process, validate MPS, and organize staff to meet forecasted sales
Responsible for increasing the productivity of employees, ensuring production targets are met, and costs are aligned to the budget.
Lead daily APU DAM, according to group standards
Establish work practices that minimize the environmental impact of the processes associated with the department, reduce the consumption of resources, and reduce waste streams.
Develop and implement changes to reduce APU costs through use of continuous improvement techniques and practices (lean mfg., 5S, factory physics, etc.).
Champion improvements in production, eliminate waste, reduce WIP, and improve bottleneck work centers in manufacturing process
Actively participate and/or lead Kaizen events to improve standards towards benchmarks
Your background:We imagine that you have:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business with a minimum of 10 years’ experience in a manufacturing production environment, and 5+ years managing teams
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt preferred
Experienced in the Management of ISO quality system
Automotive Industry experience highly preferred
Extensive experience using MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint), SAP, ERP and other relevant computer software and systems effectively
Proven experience in managing teams, overseeing production processes, and driving operational excellence is essential.
Previous experience/broad understanding of safety systems and implementation of safety rules and policies
Demonstrated ability to work in a diverse team environment through all levels of the organization
What’s in it for you?Whether it’s developing leadership skills or advancing your expertise even further, we’ll support you with continuous learning and development opportunities, to help discuss and steer your long-term Grundfos career path. You’ll be welcomed from day one into an inclusive, trusting environment guided by six core values. (https://www.grundfos.com/about-us/our-purpose-and-values)In addition, your day-to-day benefits include:
On top of it, flexible working hours; 5 paid holidays; paid time off for volunteering; up to 20 paid vacation days. Vacation hours are accrued on a prorated basis, based on your hire date within the calendar year.
Competitive medical insurance rates through medical, dental, and vision plans; and a 401(k)-match program.
Annual bonuses, parental support, internal well-being consultants and programs.
Access to the modern Grundfos Academy to pursue further both personal and professional development.
Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly.
Do you want to learn more?If this job sounds interesting, please send your resume and cover letter by clicking “Apply”.To dig deeper into the Grundfos universe, follow us on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/grundfos/) or YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/grundfos) . Check out Meet our people (https://www.grundfos.com/careers/life-with-us/meet-our-people) to get to know some of your future colleagues and why they enjoy working at Grundfos.Grundfos needs and welcomes professional people from all corners and backgrounds by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Employment decisions at Grundfos are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Learn more about your rights as an applicant (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088EEOCKnowYourRights.pdf) and pay transparency. (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp%20EnglishformattedESQA508c.pdf) Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.We look forward to hearing from you.
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Information at a GlanceJob detailsApplication deadline: ASAPWorkplace: Onsite PositionJob Location: Brookshire, Texas, United States | Houston, Texas, United States | Katy, Texas, United StatesContract Type: Full-TimeEmployment Type: Regular