This is a remote position.
Manager/Director Production & Manufacturing Lead
Autonomous Vehicle Navigation 160195k benefits
Remote possible. Company in Houston TX
Description
- Oversee and optimize retrofitting and manufacturing processes for autonomous vehicles.
- Define implement and manage endtoend manufacturing workflows to ensure efficiency quality and scalability.
- Develop and optimize workflows work instructions and quality standards.
- Manage production schedules resource allocation and team coordination.
- Collaborate with engineering supply chain and operations teams for continuous improvement.
- Oversee vendor and supplier coordination for materials tools and equipment.
- Establish process control mechanisms and KPIs to track production efficiency and quality.
- Lead troubleshooting and problemsolving initiatives.
- Ensure adherence to safety regulatory and compliance standards.
- Provide technical leadership in vehicle modification assembly and validation.
- Support new product introduction with scalable manufacturing strategies.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelors or master s degree in Mechanical Engineering Industrial Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Automotive Engineering or a related field.
- 5 years of experience in vehicle retrofitting prototype development production or manufacturing within the automotive commercial vehicles or mobility industry.
- Strong understanding of retrofitting processes vehicle assembly quality control and lean manufacturing principles.
- Experience in designing and optimizing production workflows.
- Proven ability to manage production planning scheduling and resource allocation.
- Handson experience in supplier and vendor management and IQC process.
- Good understanding of PFMEA and problemsolving skills.
- Proficiency in manufacturing software/tools such as ERP/MES systems.
- Ability to create training plans and lead technician training.
- Excellent leadership communication and crossfunctional collaboration skills.
Benefits
Benefits
- Opportunity to work on building autonomous vehicles that transform transportation.
- Be part of a seasoned team with a startup spirit and longestablished experience.
- Contribute to worldfirst innovations in the field.
High School Diploma, AS or BA preferred Experience providing administrative assistance in a fast-paced environment Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Proven history of managing multiple projects simultaneously Ability to learn