AUTOKINITON delivers operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.
We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.
LEADERSHIP/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides leadership and mentoring to plant continuous improvement managers and analysts.
- Ability to identify, select, train and coach management talent.
- Provides model behavior to demonstrate corporate values.
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s Degree in business related field, prefer manufacturing, engineering or quality, Master’s Degree preferred.
- Minimum ten (10) or more years’ experience in a manufacturing environment with experience in a metals environment preferred, or a combination of degree and experience, and six (6) years of management experience.
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Six sigma black belt.
- Possess knowledge of plant department functions and corresponding roles and interactions to facilitate overall plant synergy.
- Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills.
- Ability to interpret financial and performance data.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software.
- Experience in quality and environmental measurables such as IATF 16949 and.
- Ability to read and write in English and perform mathematical calculations.
- Demonstrated experience in applying lean manufacturing concepts.
PREFERRED ADDITIONAL SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Vision and ability to translate progressive operating techniques into applications and results.
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
- Ability to mentor and teach the team effective problem solving methods.
- Proven leadership ability and excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
Where you’ll be:
This position is located at our Belleville – Plant 2 facility in Belleville, MI., offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.
Community features:
- Ford Field, home of the Detroit Lions.
- Near coffee shops and restaurants.
Why you’ll enjoy working here:
- Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.
- Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.
- Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.
- Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.
AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.
AUTOKINITON is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
