Location: San Diego,CA, USA
We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.
WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:
Operations Leadership
* Assures a clean and safe working environment for all employees, emphasizing prevention of potential problems and hazardous conditions.
* Lead and handle all production resources to ensure the achievement of all committed Key Performances Indices (KPI's).
* Establish manufacturing strategy that supports overall strategic initiatives.
* Define manufacturing improvement goals and supporting programs to reduce setup, improve productivity and quality, reduce manufacturing cycle time, lower conversion costs, minimize machine downtime and achieve on time delivery.
* Implement cost reduction programs and reengineer existing processes to reduce the manufacturing cost of sales.
* Develop and maintain a highly motivated workforce through training and employee development programs in each of the assigned areas of responsibility to elevate the skill level of employees, as well as provide flexibility in a multi-functional workforce environment.
Lean/Manufacturing
* Actively participate in process Improvement activities via Lean as well as root cause analysis of Safety, Quality, Delivery, and/or Cost abnormalities.
* Identify, design, & Implement process improvements including machine, die, and tooling design & fabrication/acquisition.
* Evaluate process for automation opportunities.
* Work directly with the site Lean Leader as well as other site leadership in implementing lean enterprise principles consistent with SPARK.
* Develops, writes, and implements capital equipment requests.
* Leads the execution of the Total Productive Maintenance process, ensuring the workforce follows TPM process, while advising on improvement opportunities.
Compliance
* Assures a clean and safe working environment for all employees, emphasizing Risk Identification for the prevention of potential problems and hazardous conditions.
* Maintains compliance with site environmental permits as well as hazardous waste disposal.
General
* Directly supervises, coaches and develops Production Supervisors in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws assuring a safe and productive environment.
* May be required to perform additional duties as assigned.
YOU HAVE:
* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related. MBA is a plus.
* 7 + years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment (Metal Mechanic).
* 7 + years of direct leadership experience is required.
* Fully bilingual - C2.
* Knowledge in manufacturing practices including Lean principles, inventory management, production scheduling and control, resource planning, budgeting and cost control.
* Knowledge of process improvement concepts and methods along with the flexibility and adaptability to accept, support, and deploy new processes in a changing business environment.
* Skill to create and implement plans aligned with the division's strategic vision.
* Skilled at effective communications at both technical and leadership levels. Skills must include good interpersonal skills, as well as written and verbal communication skills, and ability to understand information and ideas as presented.
* Skill in developing and delivering effective presentations.
* Skill in conflict resolution including the ability to address difference of opinions or facts and use the most appropriate method to reach an effective solution.
* Ability to build and maintain effective work relationships, both internal and external, and establish credibility with business partners.
* Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize time/workload and delegate work in order to accomplish tasks and meet deadlines.
* Ability to effectively coach and foster staff growth and development.
* Able to adjust work schedule to accommodate operational needs.
* Good interpersonal, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills.
* Excellent project management and organizational skills.
* Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
* Ability to adapt to constantly evolving business environment.
WE HAVE:
* A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
* At nVent, we believe safer systems ensure a more secure world. We connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high-performance products and solutions for mission-critical equipment, buildings and essential processes. Our solutions are helping build a more sustainable and electrified world.
* We are a $3.3B company with a dedicated team of more than 11,000 employees around the globe. Our comprehensive portfolio of enclosures, electrical and fastening, and thermal management solutions dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, RAYCHEM and SCHROFF.
* Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
* We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
* Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money
* Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We're known for being:
* Innovative & adaptable
* Dedicated to absolute integrity
* Focused on the customer first
* Respectful and team oriented
* Optimistic and energizing
* Accountable for performance
* Benefits to support the lives of our employees
At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other's authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.
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