The Adler Pelzer Group is a worldwide leader in the design, engineering and manufacturing of acoustic and thermal components and systems for the automotive sector.
With more than 15,000 employees and approximately 100 manufacturing and RD facilities, we deliver to all major car brands globally.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Production Manager for our location in Desio.
Main objective: Oversee the entire plant production both in terms of process and people management Responsible for planning budgeting, understanding and presentation of financial data Note: it is envisaged that this position holder will have potential to become a Plant Manager.
We are looking for experienced senior-level candidates with ability to understand and interpret financial data, PL experience as well as operations experience – a wider scope than regular production management.
Main Activities: Lead, coordinate, coach and grow the production team leaders, shift leaders and operators.
Verify execution of production schedules, implement corrections as necessary.
Ensure production activities meet goals in terms of adherence to cycle time, scrap and waste.
Support the production planning, taking into account resources (labour and equipment).
Communicate with the OEM customers on regular basis, participate in escalations, review, audits, and other customer-related activities.
Decide with the maintenance manager on any activities to be added to the preventive maintenance plan to improve departmental capacity and performance.
Maintain constant relationship with other company functions, such as: Logistics, Quality, Maintenance, Technical Services.
Develop team performance and skills through training and motivation.
Ensure that quality standards are in accordance with APG policy and local regulations.
Ensure that production activities are organized in accordance with occupational health and safety regulations.
Actively cooperate with the Plant Manager on all HSE-related activities.
Promote Continuous Improvement through the application of lean production.
Requirements: University Degree in Engineering, Management Engineering or similar Minimum 5-7 years experience in a similar role managing production departments and related functions (e.g.
operations management) Excellent leadership and team development skills JIT and/or JIS production experience mandatory Solid understanding of financial data, PL exposure and good user of MS Excel Automotive supplier manufacturing experience Good knowledge in health and safety issues Good knowledge of Lean Production principles Fluent Italian and English #J-18808-Ljbffr
