We Are AUTOKINITON
AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based automotive company delivering 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.
To help us drive excellence, you’ll get to:
- Provides leadership in all continuous improvement programs and processes including the development, coordination, implementation, and maintenance of continuous improvement programs, processes and services including policy development and compliance
- Develop, lead and implement process improvement initiatives and activities throughout the plant to improve competitiveness and operational excellence
- Review and measure manufacturing methods, technology application and workflow processes and apply lean/continuous improvement application skills
- Responsible for working with the various departments to plan, execute, monitor and continuously improve plant and corporate objectives
- Provide supported guidance to all departments in the application of lean/continuous improvement manufacturing techniques
- Develop, implement and monitor verification methods to ensure team members are gaining knowledge from the training and that the continuous improvement activities are sustainable long term
- Track, monitor and implement required improvement activities related to business plan, goals, issues, etc.
- Guide the research, development and implementation of programs and best practices to maximize cost savings through implementation of proactive and innovative programs
- Review and manage all plant continuous improvement management system functions and activities. Maintain communications with Plant Managers and continuous improvement associates
- Initiate and drive continuous improvement workshops throughout the organization to establish best practices and eliminate waste
- Champions the AUTOKINITON Operating System monthly report out, and monitoring and maintaining all metrics at the plant
- Facilitate Kaizen workshops and meetings at the plant in preparation for monthly report out
- Responsible for implementation and facilitation for year over year cost saving targets and initiatives at the plant
- Direct and drive the utilization of problem-solving methods for related plant and customer issues
This full-time, salary role is a part of our Engineering team and reports to the Engineering Manager.
Required experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in business related field or relevant experience
- Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a manufacturing environment with experience in automotive environment preferred
- Demonstrated experience in applying lean manufacturing concepts
Working conditions:
- We’ll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
Where you’ll be:
This position is located at our Jaytec facility, in Milan, Mi, offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.
Community features:
- The Hack House Museum
- Milan Dragway
- Historic downtown area and many beautiful parks
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.
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