Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Production department to deliver daily operational execution and stable performance.
- Define, deploy, and regularly review operating plans and work strategies aligned with plant and PHINIA business priorities.
- Own departmental KPIs and drive measurable improvements through performance monitoring, problem-solving, and structured continuous improvement (e.g., quarterly projects, Shainin, Kaizen).
- Build and embed a Lean culture, including 5S, standardized work, daily management, and workplace organization across all subordinate areas.
- Plan and secure resources (headcount, skills, materials, and equipment) to ensure effective production operation; monitor current state and define/execute budget assumptions.
- Collaborate effectively with other departments, functions, and supporting locations to resolve constraints and deliver shared objectives.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives for the plant processes and performance.
- Oversee the successful launch of new projects, product introductions, and engineering/process changes within the department, ensuring readiness and controlled implementation.
- Ensure compliance with legal, functional, and management system requirements as well as customer-specific requirements, including disciplined adherence to documented procedures.
- Ensure on-time fulfillment of customer requirements by maintaining schedule adherence, capacity alignment, and escalation/containment for risks to delivery.
- Define direction for employee development; coach, assess performance, and build organizational capability within the production organization.
- Maintain personal development and continuous learning, striving for excellence and role-modeling expected standards and behaviors.
- Know and comply with all requirements applicable to the role arising from certified management systems and other implemented standards.
What we’re looking for
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in an engineering/technical discipline.
- Min 5 years’ experience in a Manufacturing Operational supervisory role
- English proficiency at minimum C1 level (spoken and written).
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing with demonstrated hands-on experience (e.g., 5S, standard work, Kaizen).
- Strategic mindset with the ability to translate strategy into executable plans.
- Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills.
- Results-driven with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
- Proven leadership: organize and prioritize work, plan resources, motivate teams, delegate effectively, and follow up on execution.
- Strong teamwork and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
- High personal effectiveness, with a focus on efficiency and continuous improvement.
PHINIA is a diversified industrial supplier and global leader in the development of fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket solutions, with a strong portfolio of trusted brands that includes DELPHI®, DELCO REMY® and HARTRIDGE TM. PHINIA designs systems to keep combustion engines operating at peak performance across a variety of applications, including light passenger vehicle, commercial vehicle, and off-highway, industrial and other applications, while investing in alternative fuels to support lower carbon mobility.
SEM AB är en del av PHINIA Inc sedan 1 augusti 2025.