Hyundai Rotem is a global heavy industry company that specializes in manufacturing rolling stock, military equipment and plant engineering. It is able to produce all types of rolling stock, including electric multiple units (EMUs), high-speed trains, engine locomotives, wireless trams and magnetic levitation (maglev) trains. In addition, it is ushering in the new era of eco-friendly hydrogen fuel by developing trains powered by hydrogen fuel cells along with hydrogen infrastructure and hydrogen markets.
Job Title: General Manager, Traction Assembly Facility
Location: Riverside, California
Job Overview
The General Manager (GM) will oversee the establishment and operational management of a new traction assembly facility for railway vehicle components in Riverside, California. This role requires a dynamic leader with proven experience in manufacturing, production management, and team leadership. The GM will be responsible for all aspects of the facility's operations, including the setup of assembly processes, quality control, safety management, hiring and training of personnel, and ensuring smooth coordination with the mother company. The GM will also be tasked with maintaining a positive and safe workplace culture.
Key Responsibilities
1. Facility Setup and Management:
- Lead the establishment of the new assembly facility, including setup of production lines, technology transfer, and implementation of manufacturing processes.
- Coordinate with Korean engineering and technical teams to ensure seamless technology transfer and process setup.
- Manage procurement of equipment, materials, and tooling required for the facility.
2. Production and Operations Management:
- Oversee all production activities to ensure on-time delivery and quality of traction and propulsion systems.
- Develop and implement production schedules, operational procedures, and standards.
- Optimize production efficiency and ensure that the facility meets its operational targets.
3. Team Leadership and HR Management:
- Hire, train, and develop a team of approximately 15 members, including production staff engineers, and technicians.
- Provide leadership, guidance, and performance management to all facility staff.
- Create and implement policies to prevent unionization while maintaining a positive work environment.
4. Safety and Quality Assurance:
- Develop and enforce safety protocols and standards to maintain a safe working environment.
- Establish quality assurance processes to ensure the highest standards of production quality.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and production efficiency.
5. Coordination with Parent Company:
- Serve as the primary liaison with the parent company, Hyundai Rotem USA, ensuring alignment on production goals, technical requirements, and timelines.
- Report regularly on facility performance, production updates, and any operational challenges.
6. Compliance and Risk Management:
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA and environmental standards.
- Identify and mitigate potential risks to operations, safety, and quality.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Management, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in manufacturing or production management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Experience in the railway or automotive industry is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of production processes, quality assurance, and safety management.
- Proven ability to manage and develop a team in a non-unionized environment.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $145,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Shift:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Ability to Relocate:
- Riverside, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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