APS Manager
Manufacturing & Production · Production & Assembly · Production Management · Manufacturing Engineering
In short
The APS Manager will lead the continuous improvement and operational excellence strategy for Autoliv Canada Cushions (ACA), focusing on sustainable cost savings, productivity increases, and margin improvement. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering, Lean certification, and over 8 years of automotive or manufacturing experience, with expertise in implementing Lean across multiple sites.
Responsibilities
- Lead and drive the overall Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence strategy.
- Develop and execute Lean Manufacturing strategy, standardizing training methodologies and integrating Lean principles.
- Lead initiatives focused on OEE improvement, lead time reduction, labor productivity, process standardization, and waste elimination.
- Define and execute the annual and multi-year cost savings roadmap, identifying opportunities in conversion costs, labor, scrap, and inventory.
- Strengthen and institutionalize the Lean Management System.
- Apply Lean tools to improve training flow and effectiveness, reduce certification lead times, and enhance knowledge transfer.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
- Lean Certification (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred).
- 8+ years in automotive or manufacturing environment with strong shop floor exposure.
- Experience implementing Lean across multiple sites.
- Regional leadership experience preferred.
Benefits
- Salary range: $125,000 - $140,000 annually.
#Production#Lean#Continuous Improvement#Operational Excellence#Cost Savings#Productivity#Lean Manufacturing#Automotive#Manufacturing
Company
Autoliv
Job Posted
2 weeks ago
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
On Site
Experience Level
Senior
Locations
Canada
Qualification
Bachelor
Applicants
Be an early applicant