Manager, Mfg. Operations

Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions.

Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer in the world, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 83-year history. Today, we're on the lookout for energetic people with the potential to perform, as well as the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.

Location: St. Louis, [[filter2]], USA

The Manager -Distribution Services Manages, mentors, coaches and guides the Distribution Services core group and multiple project Teams using continuous improvement methods; analyzes data and determines appropriate metrics to assist Distribution groups with process improvements. Provides support to management and other distribution centers

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversees and manages the Distribution Services core group

• Develops and administers training

• Designs and develops processes and procedures

• Develops, plans, and coordinates resources to meet departmental objectives

• Promotes and performs process improvements

• Purchases fixed assets when necessary

• Approves work instructions

• Provides mentoring and coaching to staff and project teams

• Analyzes data and determines appropriate metrics

• Conducts IPS management responsibilities

• Plans and manages multiple projects

• Facilitates Team meetings

• Coaches and guides Kaizen Teams

• Develops policies

• Manages budget

• Interfaces, influences and builds relationships with all levels of associates and management

• Assists management in meeting corporate and departmental goals and objectives

• Supports corporate policies and departmental policies

• Supports EMS/QMS policies and procedures

• Supports health and safety policies

• Associate must be able to relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions

Experience with the following systems:

o Visio

o Microsoft Office applications

o Sharepoint

o PKMS

o JDE

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Degree Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent experience in project

planning and/or Operations Distribution

Certification Requirements: Lean Office or equivalent

Previous Experience: 5 years experience managing people; experience working with

teams

Travel Requirements: As Required

On Call Requirements: As Required

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift a minimum of 30 lbs.

Yazaki North America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, veteran status, or other legally protected status or characteristic. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship. Yazaki North America complies with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and strives to keep the workplace free from all forms of harassment.