Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
SMI Composites is at the forefront of incorporating innovative composite technologies into the automotive industry. We build jewelry for our Automotive customers and lead the industry in the production of parts that are lightweight, cost-effective, and finished to the highest degree of quality.
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for achieving profitable revenue growth while managing and executing the current and future growth within the SMI manufacturing facility. A key part of the role is drive manufacturing efficiencies and at the same time integrating the future growth of the facility as we execute new programs over the next 2-3 years. The Plant Manager will be expected to demonstrate leadership at the shop floor level and motivate the new and evolving workforce. The Plant Manager will be required to establish a hands-on can-do attitude as that DNA cascades throughout the facility. A key part of the role will be to manage the facility to hit the plant contribution goals, that includes managing the labor and the labor budgets in a very labor-intensive process. A leader that is a motivator will be key to the success of the operation. A key part of the role will also include a detailed understanding of lean manufacturing principles and the implementation of these principles across all areas of the facility with a laser focus on housekeeping, best industry practices and a heightened sense of Continuous Improvement initiatives. Reporting directly to the Corporate Manufacturing Manager, the Plant Manager will be empowered to direct and manage all SMI resources to ensure the business goals and objectives are met.
Responsibilities:
•\tDirect and Work with the 3 group area managers and the Mayco Corporate WCM team to implement and execute World Class Manufacturing across the facility.
•\tDirect and Work with the PM/PE and the PM (Detroit Based) to ensure new programs are understood and integrated into the facility per the Program milestone requirements. With a focus on 5S.
•\tDirect and provide guidance to the existing SMI Management team.
•\tStreamline the shop floor labor and develop a series of tools to look for manufacturing efficiency and identify and measure the savings.
•\tMeasure the facility based on the monthly plant contribution results and make improvements to improve monthly plant contribution.
•\tProvide an environment that supports and integrates new programs while current programs are in production. The objective is to ensure a seamless launch as new programs are added.
•\tWork on plant layouts and optimize the one-piece flow.
•\tWork with the PM/PE and provide oversight to ensure a timely execution of new and advanced programs.
•\tReview new quotes and future business estimates from the PM/PE and the Business Development team to ensure it meets that plant business objectives.
•\tReview headcount and ensure cross training is taking place in support of the growth curve.
•\tWork within the customer specific data bases to provide timely updates to changes, RFQ’s, Change notices, packaging, delivery requests, supplier quality updates etc.
•\tReview and provide input on update project timelines in support of the customer requirements.
•\tReview and understand program open issues and support internal and external PDT’s reporting out status and collecting action items, while driving open issues to a successful timely closure.
•\tReview the plan for every part and provide direction toward the plant Area Group Managers and the PM/PE to fine tune both the input and outputs to better represent the SMI process.
•\tReview all tool tracking around a centralized SMI job file to streamline the tool reporting process, from both financial contribution goals, timely completion, and final invoicing / progressive payment.
Minimum Requirements:
•\tMinimum, Bachelor’s degree in a technical field: engineering or materials technology
•\tExperience with manufacturing, molding, and finishing products.
•\tExperience with Composite molding and finishing would be advantageous.
•\tProven sales/PM/Engineer track record in the materials, composites, chemicals, or plastics industry
•\tExperience with major Automotive OEMs would be advantageous.
•\tMinimum 15-20 years relevant sales/PM/Eng. experience
•\tStrong understanding of automotive and aerospace industry
•\tStrong experience with running and coordinating a manufacturing facility and tracking such issues to closure
•\tAbility to negotiate and close on contracts, has an entrepreneurial approach to commercial related issues
•\tAbility to communicate technical and commercial concepts to engineering, supply chain and senior management personnel
•\tAbility to work independently as well as be a motivational team member
•\tWritten and spoken fluency in English
•\tAbility to travel within assigned geographic and potential market region(s); must possess a valid driver’s license for the state of residency and have an acceptable driving record.
•\tStrong organizational and planning skills
•\tProficient in MS Office & MS Project
•\tAbility to work remotely and focus on the development of new customers / new account / new programs
•\tSelf-starter that demonstrates initiative and follow up with new and existing customers
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
•\tCompetitive Compensation Plan
•\tMedical Benefit Plan
•\tDental Plan
•\tVision Plan
•\tLife Insurance Plan
•\tShort- and Long-Term Disability Plans
•\tMedical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plans Company Description
Mayco International and Affiliate Companies is a fast growing, technologically driven manufacturing company. Our culture is built upon our values of vision, integrity, pride, and family. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are looking for awesome individuals to join our growing team at SMI Composites!
SMI Composites is at the forefront of incorporating innovative composite technologies into the automotive industry. We work with our customers to explore and develop the best possible composite solutions for their new and existing programs, with multiple quality assurance checkpoints and on-time delivery.
Company Description
Mayco International and Affiliate Companies is a fast growing, technologically driven manufacturing company. Our culture is built upon our values of vision, integrity, pride, and family. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are looking for awesome individuals to join our growing team at SMI Composites!\r\n\r\nSMI Composites is at the forefront of incorporating innovative composite technologies into the automotive industry. We work with our customers to explore and develop the best possible composite solutions for their new and existing programs, with multiple quality assurance checkpoints and on-time delivery.
Job Tags
Remote work, Flexible hours,