Job Introduction Direct the daily engineering activities for the advanced engineering, current engineering and quoting activities.
Major Responsibilities Able to direct the day to day activities of engineering department associates to ensure effectiveness and timeliness Processing and reviewing quotes for current business and engineering changes Interact effectively with customers and suppliers Review proposed processes for tools, checking fixtures and weld lines ensuring that customer quality requirements are maintained while achieving quoted cycle times Ensure all customer dates for new programs and engineering changes are met Mentor engineering staff to ensure proper development within their given disciplines Commitment to continuous improvement and work place safety Warranty Management Team Player TS16949 awareness and adherence ISO14001 awareness and adherence Lean Manufacturing and 5S concepts awareness and adherence Enforce company and safety rules, document violations and propose necessary disciplinary actions Perform regular workplace inspections Conduct safety talks,
staff meetings and department/line meetings Be involved in accident/incident investigation programs Ensure that new employees are trained on department hazards and safe operation of equipment Correct or commend health and safety performance Conduct performance appraisals for workers safety performance Commitment to continuous improvement and work place safety Work within the guidelines of the Employee Handbook Any other requests deemed reasonable by Automotive management Knowledge and Education Engineering Degree - focus in mechanical engineering preferred Extensive knowledge in the processing of tools, dies and integrated flexible assembly cells in the production Stamping, CNC Bending, Hydroforming, Laser, CNC Machining, E Coating, Steel and Aluminum Assembly Work Experience 7 to 10 years work related experience Experience working for in a Tier1 automotive company Skills and Competencies Excellent program management and organizational skills