Blue Bird Fort Valley
402 Blue Bird Blvd
Fort Valley, GA 31030, USA
Blue Bird (NASDAQ: BLBD) is recognized as a technology leader and innovator of school buses since its founding in 1927. Our dedicated team members design, engineer and manufacture school buses with a singular focus on safety, reliability, and durability. School buses carry the most precious cargo in the world – 25 million children twice a day – making them the most trusted mode of student transportation. The company is the proven leader in low- and zero-emission school buses with more than 20,000 propane, natural gas, and electric powered buses in operation today. Blue Bird is transforming the student transportation industry through cleaner energy solutions. For more information on Blue Bird's complete product and service portfolio, visit www.blue-bird.com. JOB SUMMARY Reporting to the Sr. VP, Lean Transformation & Quality; this role is responsible for leading a team of Chassis Manufacturing Engineers & Manufacturing Engineering Techs, who work to solve problems confronting manufacturing performance, manage our annual CapEx and safety efforts. The Director shall assure that product designs, specifications, and labor are maximized to improve the manufacturability at the lowest cost for all products. The Director will work within the Manufacturing Operations organization and cross functionally across the organization to meet production schedules and maximize internal and external customer satisfaction.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Supervise the activities of the Manufacturing Engineers & Manufacturing Engineering Techs on Chassis linesPlay a pivotal role in the establishment of launching new process for any potential future productsUnderstand complexity drivers on the lines & implement tools to eliminate operator decision pointsWork closely with Design Engineering and solve chronic DFM issues as identified from quality/manufacturingDirect the Chassis Manufacturing Engineering group in optimizing production support, cost reduction, line presentation of material, lean manufacturing improvements, process development and corrective action supportAssure that resources are available to provide necessary tooling, routers, labor standards, process instructions, and technical support for the timely implementation of engineering changesEstablish accountabilities and goals for the Chassis Manufacturing Engineering group to be used in annual performance appraisalsHold employees and support functions accountable for achieving objectivesUtilize fiscal responsibility in manufacturing process, equipment/tooling procurement, and project managementWork within an ISO 9000 quality system and produce documentation acceptable to the customerEvaluate projects for performance, safety and reliabilityProvide technical assistance for prototype, pilot, and production supportReview PFMEA, DVP&R, 8D analyses on product designsOwn the capital spending manufacturing plan spendingParticipate in the budgeting process to include recommending capital improvements and preparing justification data as requiredPerform other related duties as assignedKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Analytical, balanced, dynamic, methodical approach to problem solving; good work ethic, integrity, and professional conductMust be able to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyMust demonstrate leadership, conflict resolution skills; assertiveness, motivational and positive attitudeAble to develop budgets, and engage in financial planning and cost analysis by estimating production labor and equipment costsExcellent organizational skills and a focus on timely delivery of specified deliverables' goals and objectivesGood team and interpersonal skills required, along with ability to work with cross-functional teams at all levels of the organization and foster teamworkStrong written and oral communication skills and ability to organize and present ideas concisely and clearly are requiredExperience in the transition and maintenance of error proofing torque tooling.Experience in CapEx management (including construction management knowledge)Experience in process development and line balancing techniquesCompetent user of MS Office products including ProjectEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor's in Engineering required (MS Engineering preferred)Minimum 15 years of manufacturing engineering experience requiredMinimum 5, preferably 7+ years of relevant professional leadership experiencePast experience in Production Supervision requiredKnowledge of World Class Manufacturing(WCM) principles preferredPMP Certification and recognized process improvement training (Lean, Six Sigma) preferredWORK CONDITIONS (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Office and manufacturing facility environmentOccasional periods of standing or sitting for extended periods of timeRequired wearing of appropriate PPEFrequent computer and telephone useFrequent communication with people throughout the day*The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Blue Bird's winning culture is fueled by our ability to respect, encourage, celebrate and embrace the unique perspectives of all of our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer who is committed to providing all of our employees with a work environment free of discrimination or harassment. We base our employment decisions on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, national, social or ethnic origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, past or present military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.
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