Automotive Manufacturing, Business Plan, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Funding, Inventory Management, Machine Tool, Maintenance Services, Mentoring, Problem Solving Skills, Productivity Management, Resolve Customer Issues, Return on Investment (ROI), Strategic Planning, Team Player, Tool and Die Manufacturing
A global leader in the design and manufacturing of automotive seating systems and interior components. The company is recognized for its commitment to quality, innovation, and operational excellence, offering a stable and collaborative work environment where employees are valued and supported to achieve their full potential.
***This position does not come with a sponsorship. Please do not apply if you need sponsorship or are on OPT. Thank you.***
Position Summary:
The Senior Engineer has overall responsible for the control of all tooling / dies in the Stamping Department (design, development, maintenance, repair & utilization).
Essential Functions:
- Confers with company officials to plan business objectives, develop tooling strategies, and coordinate design & development of tooling with domestic & Japanese suppliers.
- Reviews tooling records to determine overall tooling utilization & efficiencies vs. the plan and analyzes data to ensure goals and objectives are set & met.
- Directs and coordinates programs to determine funding for new (new model or replacement of current model) tooling to maximize ROI and increase productivity.
- Directs the overall operations & activity of the die maintenance associates in regards to PM & repair of tooling as required.
- Carries out duties in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
- Remain current on saving opportunities and take full advantage of applicable programs.
- Ensure inventory control and purchase processes are in place and operating properly.
- Help resolve customer and team issues.
- Perform special projects as assigned.
- Evaluate job performance of subordinates (Tool & Die Maintenance associates) and identify improvement & potential promotional opportunities.
- Mentor team members and maintain order and discipline among associates.
- Follow company directives.
Perform other duties as required and assigned.