Line Manager/Value Stream Manager

Job Description

The Automotive Line Manager will be responsible for the complete coordination and output of an automotive production line, including the communication with the customer whose products are produced on the line.

Job Responsibilities

• Management and leadership of the supervisor and the production staff (appr. 80 employees)
• Ensuring the further development/promotion of employees (IDP, People Review)
• Proactive planning of production utilization and prioritization of production orders
• Responsibility for the output of the production quantities in relation to personnel deployment and the resulting production costs
• Creation and presentation of production-relevant key figures
• Creation of budget plan for staff growth
• Ensuring DBS methods in production (Factory Board, PMS, RCPS)
• Focus on shop floor activities (Gemba/waste walk)
• Support for lean projects within production (DBS)
• Maintenance and monitoring of health and personnel statistics
• Projects related to production optimization (productivity, yield, throughput)
• Implementation of measures to obtain the certifications (e.g.: IATF 16949)
• Support for Complain Handling when determining the causes of errors
• Interface with the customer to provide updates on output and line status
• Budgeting of the annual need for temporary workers, including the ordering process 

Background & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field  
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in the production of automotive or electronics industry
• Familiarity with industry standards   
• Knowledge Leadership, Lean Management, SAP and IATF 16949  
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills  
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills  
• Self-motivated with a passion for continuous improvement  
• Will to travel within the United States and to other countries as needed  

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Flexible working hours
• Personal insurance
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Compensation Data

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $95,000-$119,000/year. Base salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Semikron Danfoss

Semikron Danfoss unites two companies that complement each other through shared values such as enthusiasm for technology that enable a sustainable future. We believe in a modern and dynamic leadership culture to unleash the full potential of our teams.

Innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives. We strive to create an inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are.

The success of our employees is our success. That is why we offer a wide range of development opportunities and assign great importance to the health and well-being of our employees. The foundation of our joint work is our family-like corporate culture, which is characterized by trust, commitment and genuine teamwork.