Senior Manager Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Project Management)

Yanfeng Automotive Interiors (YFAI) is the global leader in automotive interiors. YFAI is redefining how people relax, work and play in their vehicle interiors today and decades from now. Headquartered in Shanghai, the company has 114 manufacturing plants and technical centers in 20 countries and more than 33,000 employees globally. They design, develop and manufacture interior components for all automakers. Established in 2015, Yanfeng Automotive Interiors is a joint venture between Yanfeng Automotive Trim Systems Co., Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Huayu Automotive Systems Co., Ltd. (HASCO), the component group of SAIC Motor Corporation Limited (SAIC Motor), and Adient, the global leader in automotive seating. For more information, please visit www.YFAI.com.

Main Responsibilities

• Provides support resources on new product launch programs, providing the manufacturing input for development of new process and improvements to existing processes and equipment
• Directly supervises the duties of the AME as specified in the Product Realization Process (PRP).
• Responsible for Tooling Process AME related continuous improvement (e.g., cycle times, scrap, quality, material cost reduction, etc.) through the launch cycle.
• Develops plans for process improvement and will have specific areas of accountability in its execution 
• Oversees the successful hand-off of processes, Tooling, and documentation from launch team to SOP
• Participates in the creation of competency goals
• Manages a portion of the AME budget as it relates to their teams (Headcount, Travel Costs, Training, Tools, etc)
• Conducts regular reviews of performance and development goal achievements
• Ability to plan, organize, communicate, and motivate employees.  Must be able to prioritize own workday schedule
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to understand necessary safety procedures and precautions
• MSO compliance to schedules including accuracy of the information and sign off at all gates

Specific Requirements

Required Education:   Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Industrial or Mechanical Engineering

*Equivalent work experience may also be considered for this position.  This would include 8-12 years tool maker and 5+ years in Management position

Required Qualifications

• 5-9 years or more with Automotive Manufacturing company
• Thorough understanding of equipment design concepts
• Mechanical Aptitude for problem solving 
• Experience with various manufacturing technologies (injection molding)
• Experience with supplier and customer communication

Preferred Qualifications

• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Trained
• Assembly processing skills: Line balance, Automation, Design Feasibility, PLC programming, etc
• Experience with various manufacturing technologies (sonic / hot plate/ IR welding, mechanical fastening, packaging, foam, FIP and Slush)

Physical Ability Requirements

Stationary Position (Sitting or Standing):                            Frequently

Movement (Walking):                                                           Frequently

Carry Weight (Lifting up to 30 lbs):                                     Occasionally

Communication (Seeing/Talking/Hearing):                         Constantly

Use Hands/Fingers (Operate computer, printer, phone):    Constantly

Work Environment

• Travel Required 25-50%
• Office Environment
• Works closely with others, perhaps within a foot of another person
• Work is indoor in a manufacturing setting that may not be temperature controlled.
• May frequent manufacturing plants and must follow all rules while visiting locations.