About Forvia FaureciaForvia Faurecia products and systems are in one out of three vehicles on the road today, including vehicles manufactured by the biggest and most well-known automotive brands in every region of the world.Our comprehensive offer for SUSTAINABLE MOBILITY includes zero-emission hydrogen solutions, ultra-low emissions solutions, systems for advanced driver assistance and products made with a range of optimized and sustainable materials.With our COCKPIT OF THE FUTURE, we create value for brands and connected experiences for consumers with our expertise in seating, interiors, lighting, body electronics, sensors, actuators and other display technologies and cockpit electronics.But Forvia Faurecia is also so much more than a top-7 global automotive and technology leader. We inspire safer, more comfortable, more personalized and more sustainable mobility. We create advanced solutions to accelerate the transition towards CO2 neutrality.We believe people matter. We work on challenges that matter. If you join us, you'll take a journey that matters.We're hiring a Deputy Plant Manager!Our Interior Systems Division is looking for aDeputy Plant Manager for its manufacturing facility inBlue Springs, MOwho is responsible for FES and plant operational improvement and can have a management delegation responsibility from the plant manager for specific areas and/or functions within the plant (for ex UAPs, maintenance, PC&L, engineering, new programs, etc.).You'll work on challenges that matter!This job will require you to:Drive continuous and breakthrough improvement through plant priorities and resources defined by the PIP (plant improvement plan) and aligned with Strategic Plan business targets using the FES (Faurecia Excellence System) tools and methodologies to support executionBe available to intervene in neighboring Plants requiring assistanceTake over Plant Manager's responsibilities when the MP General Manager is out of the Plant (for instance when MP GM is actively supporting another Plant)In his area (according to the delegation given by the plant manager), contribute or be accountable on the generic plant management missions:Ensure safety of employeesEnsure permanent customer satisfaction and intimacy: quality and deliveriesManage variable margin: direct labor efficiency and productivity/ material cost consumption/ Scrap and rework reductionManage fixed cost: indirect labor/ manufacturing costs/ inventory variancesManage inventories: appropriate information management and physical flow in the plant.Set plant lay out for optimal flow and efficient use of equipment's: capacity, reliability, operating costs, CAPEX controlSupport sales department for customer claims negotiationAct within program team as early as acquisition, to create best conditions for production, secure launches and ensure competitiveness/ profitability of the new programs.Drive supplier performance improvement, and material consumption reduction with purchasing departmentRespect for the environment and security of the plantParticipate in Strategic plan construction to confirm plant mid-term vision and futureFulfill legal responsibilities and interface with local authoritiesSecure internal control with the support of financial controller and finance networkEnsure staffing, induction, training, empowerment and development of all plant employees including managers & professionals, and develop his team to prepare successionManage labor relationsManage social climateSupport commitments established in the ISO 14001 Environmental Policy.Follow requirements established in ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS) procedures and work instructions.Ensure full respect of HSE rules and regulations.Assist with any additional tasks as assigned by the company.Commitment to the highest ethical standards and willingness to adhere to Faurecia's Code of Ethics and Code of Management.Position Specifications:Authority:Recruitment of salary and hourly positionsTermination of employment, for different reasons included but not limited to performance, organizational re-structure, attachment to plant policies and rules.Issue disciplinary actions to operators / GAP Leaders based on company rules and policies; including, but not limited to suspending employeesEnter updates/changes in the payroll and people management systemsMinimum Qualifications:Minimum education level: Bachelor's degree (US) in Engineering with a specialization in ProductionExperience in production in an industrial environmentProven experience in production management and lean manufacturing / FES production system/ Toyota production systemProven experience in team management with leadership and coaching skillsAbility to build and manage a P&L budgetKnowledge in FinanceResults orientedEnglish fluentThe Employee is aware and ensures the respect of the Internal Rules, Code of Ethics and Management Code applicable in the establishment to which she/he is assigned.As a manager, you are also required to:Secure internal control with the support of financial controller and finance networkAbide by the Faurecia Code of Management. This code is summarised as below:Business planning – Setting both short and long-term objectives, conduct business with an entrepreneurial mind-set and taking initiatives for business development and value creation in order to become the industry benchmark.Business execution – Acting with autonomy and accountability, empowered to act within the scope of responsibility whilst respecting the Company rules, taking ownership for performance and behaving with transparency.Performance management and people development – Treating people fairly and with respect whilst developing them toward their full potentialBusiness ethics – doing business ethicallyAbide by the Faurecia Code of Ethics. The code is summarised as below:Respect for fundamental rightsDevelopment of economic and social dialogueDevelopment of skillsEthics and business conductAs an employee, you are also required toSecure internal control with the support of financial controller and finance networkAbide by the Faurecia Code of Ethics. The code is summarised as below:Respect for fundamental rightsDevelopment of economic and social dialogueDevelopment of skillsEthics and business conductLeadership Competencies – Individual Contributor/Team Leader:The ideal candidate will have the ability to:Lead ChangeCultivate InnovationManage AmbiguityDrive PerformanceManage ComplexityCustomer FocusDrive ResultsOptimize Work ProcessesBeing ResilientDevelop PeopleLearning AgilityPolitical SavvyDemonstrates Self-AwarenessDevelops PeopleFoster CollaborationCollaborates with OthersInstills TrustBuilds Effective and Diverse TeamsForvia Faurecia is anequal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Join us, and take a journey that matters!#Forvia2024
