Manager Assembly Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC, Charleston, SC

Tasks

Shape the future today.

The world is changing. The question is, what will be our contribution to the outcome? We have set the pace in the field of mobility from the very beginning, and we will continue to do so. At Mercedes-Benz Vans, interdisciplinary teams are developing the mobility of tomorrow. Our goal is to make mobility safer, simpler, and more sustainable for people across the globe.

Put your pioneering spirit to good use:
This is your opportunity to make a contribution that extends far beyond your job title.

At Mercedes-Benz Vans, we offer you the perfect environment for your professional and personal growth. Cutting-edge training and promising career opportunities will help you to foster and expand your professional skill set as well as your individual strengths. Think, try, and thrive with us in collaborative work environments that spark game-changing concepts.

Leads the development and implementation of manual and automated production systems. Takes ownership of their area of responsibility by insuring volume and costs goals, high quality standards are met, while providing a safe working environment for all employees. Assists with implementation of new production technologies. Responsible for analyzing and strategic planning of technical and process developments.

• Defines budgets and scheduling; tracks budget achievement and costs
• Contributes to the development of implementation strategies
• Oversees the development and implementation of new production technologies and ensures continued process improvements
• Manages personnel, machinery, and materials efficiently to guarantee on time delivery and compliance of budget
• Works closely with different departments on the development and implementation of production processes
• Managing Projects as well as collaborates with project managers on optimization of plant utilization
• Ensures that the expected level of safety, quality, quantity, and deadlines of the production process are met. Implements lean manufacturing concepts to achieve goals
• Considers and ensures compliance of product-specific and plant-specific environmental concerns and government regulations
• Ensures compliance with relevant regulations, directives, and work agreements
• Leads regularly scheduled area of responsibility team meetings
• Participates in regularly scheduled Assembly meetings
• Will perform other duties as assigned

2-3 Group leaders as direct reports 150 - 250 indirect reports;
Leads employees in line with organizational culture, values and guidelines; defines performance goals, conducts performance reviews; effectively communicates and engages employees to meet objectives;
Responsible for employee development and qualification.

Plan and manage the budget for the associated area;
Manages budget and personnel allocation efficiently. Conveys budget distribution and cost saving processes to colleagues.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree. Minimum of 5-8 years of relevant experience in planning, development, and implementation of production processes and technologies. Experience in a leadership role preferred;
• Internal candidates require completed PV-44.

• Extensive knowledge in Assembly shop systems.
• Excellent knowledge in LEAN manufacturing and how to apply it in a modern work environment.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well in an intercultural, fast paced, changing, and growing environment.

We are all in for change. Are you too?

If you have experience in the above and are interested in joining an outstanding company The division Mercedes-Benz Vans is world renown for quality and innovative products.

EXCELLENT COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PLAN WITH 401k MATCHING

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that appreciates and leverages the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation),age, national origin, religion, marital status, veteran status, physical or other disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.