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BorgWarner PowerDrive Systems is currently looking for “dynamic, results driven” individual to join as Production Manager at our new production plant in Viana, Portugal.

Key responsibilities

Plan, schedule, facilitate and supervise the daily activities of the production team(s), ensuring that quality, safety, cost efficiency and on-time delivery goals are metDirect responsibility to cover delivery scheduleIdentify potential improvements (together with production teams) that reduce COPQ costs annually, improve quality and maximize customer satisfactionEnsure the maximum safety, quality, capacity and use of equipment and manufacturing/processing processesParticipates in the development and implementation of the Strategic Plan for Manufacturing EngineeringCoordinate with other functional departments plans and programs in order to keep all aligned.  Facilitate efficient and open communication within the department and with other departments in the organization.Participate in the introduction of new products and/or modifications to current products (support with production resourcing)Ensure development, usage and maintenance of documentation systemsSupport the implementation of new equipment and processes, together with the manufacturing engineer.Support launch department to implement new projects.Ability to monitor and establish a production schedule that meets the requirements defined in existing programs and designed by customersResponsible to present solutions related to production manufacturing to customers  Drive and give priority to support departments for continuous improvement (e.g. SPQVC)Team Leaders management (hiring, development, performance management and succession planning processes)Participate in problem-solving activities (example: 8D's, 6M's and 5W's) related to safety and quality mattersManage daily production inventory & workforce efficiency including continuous improvement planResponsible to identify and implement plans to reduce scrap and rework.Establish continuous improvement plans that lead to a more efficient organizationResponsible for 5S’s of the area under his/her responsibility.       Continuously ensure the improvement of health, safety and environmental conditionsParticipate in the definition, implementation and maintenance of the organization's policiesParticipate in the definition of objectives of the Environmental Management Policy, Health and Safety at WorkPerform other tasks not included in the activity for which he was hired, when needs or service convenience so justify, for the period necessary for the aforementioned service needs or convenienceActively participate in the continuous improvement of the Environmental Management Policy, Health and Safety at WorkEnsure compliance with environmental, health and safety at work standards, policies and practices in accordance with their level of responsibilityDevelop a culture characterized by good professional ethics and involvement in the process among employees in all areasComply with environmental, health and safety, quality and productivity standardsComply with the organization's rules and internal regulations: Code of Ethics, practice and working periodRespect workplace safety and cleanliness rulesPerform other tasks not included in the activity for which they were hired, when the needs or convenience of service so warrant, for the period necessary for the aforementioned needs or convenience of service

Education & Experience

Degree in Engineering or in a related technical areaMinimum 3 years of experience related to production management (preferable)Experience with automotive industry standardsPrevious experience in production launches/programs or equivalent (preferable)Available to travel with minimal notification in urgent situationsKnowledge of quality tools and Lean methodsPrevious experience leading & developing production teamsSkills in the following domains: 5Why’s, FMEA, SPC, Time and Motion Analysis, basic financial and cost analysisCommunication skills, both written and verbalBasic problem-solving skillsKnowledge of effective health, safety and ergonomics practices and conceptsFluent in PortugueseFluent in English (mandatory)

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