Reliably delivering what’s needed today
There are few challenges as important today as creating solutions that support a cleaner, more energy-efficient world. This requires a commitment to constantly improve the transportation of people and things. We, at BorgWarner, made that commitment decades ago and have since been creating technologies to improve efficiency, emissions and performance in all types of vehicles.
Constantly pursuing what’s next
Our proven track record has made us industry leader in clean, energy-efficient propulsion system solutions for combustion, hybrid and electric vehicles. We uncover strong trends and use smart science and technology to address a future based on varying regulations, consumer demands and automaker requirements.
Product leadership that’s changing the world
Our employees have earned trusted partnerships with customers and suppliers around the world. We leverage these relationships to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges at hand and then do what it takes to develop the next solution. Our strong operations and commercialization expertise result in high volume availability of competitive, efficient products that truly drive change.
BorgWarner PowerDrive Systems is currently looking for “dynamic, results driven” individual to join as Manufacturing Engineer Supervisor at our new production plant in Viana, Portugal.
Key responsibilities
* Manufacturing engineer developing and optimizing large volume production manufacturing solutions for new electrification products.
* Ensure that manufacturing best practices and lessons learned are implemented into new designs.
* Lead process standard development, definition, documentation and deployment.
* Work within Manufacturing Engineering teams: multi-regional Global team and plant team.
* Lead production Equipment specifications definition and the associated sourcing process.
* Follow up machine projects with external suppliers, from design to qualification. Bring new Equipment in plant according to specification, time and budget.
* Lead/Support production plant for problem solving in manufacturing
* Lead in process documentation release: PFD's, PFMEA's & PCP's
* Lead new business pursuit by providing guidance and estimates for manufacturing process and cost.
* Owns manufacturing solution from initial business case to production
* Lead and develop flexible manufacturing systems specifications to meet internal & customer requirements
* Lead the equipment sourcing process and Machine Specifications
* Lead manufacturing equipment development in accordance to project timing and business case assumptions
* Work with Build Technicians on initial customer & validation samples
* Assist in training of production operators and maintenance personnel on production equipment
* Focus on quality of products produced in the production systems
* Work in team environment with Quality and Application Engineers on current production issues and future customer programs.
* Streamlining the assembly process to reduce bottlenecks, ensuring a smooth transition from assembly to final quality checks at the EOL., including flash and FAZIT processes.
* Upholding the highest standards of quality by overseeing rigorous inspections and coordinating with the EOL team for final approvals.
* Implementing continuous training programs to elevate the skill set of our workforce, directly impacting productivity and reducing error rates
* Acting as the key liaison between the production floor and upper management, ensuring that both strategic objectives and ground-level feedback are effectively communicated
* Identify safety equipment and provide safety training on production processes.
* Travel to suppliers to monitor development activities
* Comply with safety, quality, productivity, hygiene and environmental prevention standards
* Comply with the organization's rules and internal regulations: Code of Ethics, Practice and Schedule
* Respect workplace safety and cleanliness rules
* Respect and comply with environmental policy rules
Education & Experience
* Master of Sciences in Mechanical, Eletronics or Automation Engineering.
* Minimum of 5 years’ experience of Manufacturing Engineering in automotive or mass production environment
* Ability to develop most effective teams
* Experiences in leading teams (plus)
* Analytical and problem-solving skills (8D, Shainin or Six Sigma training a plus)
* Solid understanding of Engineering financials (Cap-Ex Planning and equipment costing)
* Experience in high volume manufacturing
* Excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with all levels of the Organization
* Multi-site or multi-customer experience highly preferred.
* Strong organizational, time management, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to communicate effectively at all levels, both verbal and written.
* Analytical, technical, and statistical skills
* Good problem solving capabilities
* Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate with all levels of the Organization
* Results oriented
* Fluent in English
* Fluent in Portuguese
* Availability for international Business travels
EEO Statement
BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin or disability.