We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i- ** TAHN** )

AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based family of automotive companies 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:

· Provide key input into the development of the Plant’s strategic business plan and identify and track key measurable to support plant business plan goals.

· Develop and drive the development of departmental strategy goals and identify and track key measurable to support the department goals.

· Provide direction and leadership consistent with plant business plan goals.

· Responsible for tool and die department safety, quality, production, and delivery objectives.

· Responsible for leading all tool and die activities in the plant.

· Track, monitor, and implement required improvement activities related to business plan, goals, issues, etc.

· Assist, as required, plant activities to achieve customer cost reductions goals.

· Provide active leadership role in meeting / exceeding customer expectations in all related areas.

· Utilize teamwork to develop plant synergy.

· Develop and manage die preventive maintenance schedules.

· Responsible for ensuring accountability and discipline.

· Responsible for maintaining maximum levels of production utilization and efficiency.

· Responsible for driving the work team to assure timely and efficient repair of dies in order to achieve maximum throughput.

· Drive department manning levels and utilization to assure compliance to budget.

· Provide leadership and promote positive moral and ensure a total team concept.

· Provide the proactive leadership necessary to achieve and maintain a continuous improvement mind set for the team.

· Coordinate and assess required training and team building.

· Provide colleagues with the necessary training to be successful in their roles.

· Assure work orders are prioritized appropriately.

· Champion assigned engineering changes, communicate and coordinate accordingly to all departments.

· Provide input into quoting and business development activities (pricing, program management, plant capacity, etc.)

· Direct, drive and participate in problem solving methods for related plant and customer issues.

· Responsible for overall department coordination and communication.

· Communicate key information to the organization through the daily “shift to shift” communication plan.

· Drive and support plant activities towards achieving customer awards and quality registrations (ex. TS 16949, ISO 14001, etc.)

· Assure all direct reports are aware of their Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) responsibilities and hold all direct reports accountable.

· Responsible for ensuring the entire team has the necessary tools and materials to properly perform their roles safely and efficiently.

· Assure all safety devices are properly in place and utilized and verify individual usage of personal protection equipment (PPE) by the work team.

· Responsible for following all internal and OSHA required safety procedures in performing all daily work activities.

· Maintain a positive working relationship with all levels of the organization.

· Maintain high level of housekeeping in the work area.

· Adherence to all company policies and procedures (ex. Quality Policy Manual, Colleague Handbook, Level II procedures, etc.)

Required Skills

Required Experience

This a full-time salary role in the Tool Room Department and reports to the Plant Manager. Interfaces on a frequent basis with the Production, Quality, Maintenance, Materials, Human Resources and Engineering Departments. Also interfaces on an as needed basis with the Information Technologies and Accounting Departments.

LEADERSHIP/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Provides direct leadership to Tool and Die Supervisors and hourly colleagues.

· Ability to identify, select, train, and coach management talent.

· Provides model behavior to demonstrate corporate values.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Science in Manufacturing, Engineering or Industrial Technology Master degree preferred.

· Minimum of eight (8) years experience as a maintenance supervisor and/or Journeyman Tool & Die Maker preferred, and two (2) years of management experience.

· Knowledge of manufacturing, stamping, and/or assembly processes as required for the position.

· Strong knowledge of TS 16949 and ISO 14001 regulations.

· Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills.

· Ability to prioritize responsibilities in a fast paced environment.

· Ability to mentor and teach the team in effective problem solving methods.

· Demonstrated experience in applying lean manufacturing concepts.

· Proven leadership ability and excellent interpersonal skills.

· Experience as a training facilitator preferred.

· Ability to work well with others in a team environment.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office software.

· Ability to read and write in English and perform mathematical calculations.

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 Detroit, MI Euclid plant. Our plant has close proximity to downtown Detroit events and sporting activities. Be a part of Detroit's comeback!

Community features:

· Comerica Park home of the Detroit Tigers.

· Ford Field home of the Detroit Lions.

· Eastern Market (fresh food marketplace).

· Restaurants, concerts, and broadway shows at Fisher Theatre.

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.