Advanced Manufacturing Production Project Manager, Terex Construction

This role will define the materials flow methodology to be applied within Greenfield manufacturing sites for Terex Construction, a $2.0 billion Global Manufacturing and distribution business. Duties include training and coaching production management and direct team members to operate continuous flow production systems based on the 3 elements of standard work and immediate response to variation (Andon). Additional duties include training management and direct team members on TWI methodology, as well as coaching on daily continuous improvement. The work will be accomplished within the context of several new plant start-up projects, with tight time constraints and cost targets. The role will lead the initial material flow process at start up, and will then transition the work to the local management team. Success will be achieved when the plant teams are independently capable of on-going self management. This position will also contribute to the creation of the culture of the new Construction manufacturing plants. Key Tasks: • Define vision of ideal People flow process for application within new Terex Construction manufacturing sites. • Create systems and standard work to be applied by new factory HR and management teams, to address the following issues: o Scheduling and build coordination o Mentoring others on daily Kaizen, production system methodology, and system design o Experience with implementing and operating fab, weld, paint, and assembly line systems o Consistency in meeting or exceeding agreed upon performance targets o Experience with ECN implementation into production o Transfer of the BOM from the mother facility to the daughter facility o Material and information flow mapping (Value Stream Mapping) o Demonstrated experience with on boarding team members (management & direct) o All internal production material signaling, coordination and auditing o Experience with Single piece flow production systems o Use of 5S as manufacturing improvement tool o Experience with TWI / JI as a training methodology for standard work sequence o Experience with 3P methodology • Support hiring process for daughter plants (interviewing and staff selection). • Train, lead, coach and mentor new management and direct team members at new production facilities to bring to full competence. • Project manage, the management and direct manufacturing staffing function startup for each new plant. Report on status of projects at each Terex Construction Gate review. • Continually monitor and improve the quality, efficiency and responsiveness of all business activities in the area of responsibility in order to ensure total internal and external customer satisfaction.   Initial Challenges • Perform detailed analysis and baseline of existing Mother Plant staffing & training systems and status. Prepare recommendations for modification in application at Daughter Plant. • Referencing existing TBS source material, create templates and standard work to enable fast startup of Daughter Plant Material Flow function. • Start specific preparation work for new lines at planned initial projects.   Education • Although a bachelor degree in a relevant subject is preferred, strong offsetting experience will be considered.   Language Requirements English is essential and a second language would be an advantage. Travel Estimated travel is 30% to 50%. Experience: 1. A minimum of five years' experience of manufacturing management in a continuous flow manufacturing environment. 2. Thorough understanding of TBS / TPS / lean concepts gained through application and improvement in actual manufacturing leadership positions. 3. Track record of high-level problem solving skills and management experience in a highly dynamic manufacturing environment. 4. Sense of humor and ability to work at a high level under pressure is desired.   Skills The candidate should be a proven change agent, who has high intellect, is results-oriented and leads an organization through his/her own inspiration and example. In addition, the candidate must create a very open and transparent environment. Key skills include: • Transparency • Integrity and Trust • Leadership Skills • Operational expertise • Listening Skills • Influencing Skills; internal and external • Process management   If interested, please apply online at http://track.jobviper.com/ViewJob.asp?id=494619-3-223