TIMPL

Timpl has partnered with a 1 tier supplier for a global automobile manufacture and is seeking for a Production Management Specialist.


Key Responsibilities:

1. Cultural Liaison: Facilitate communication and understanding of cultural differences among team members.
2. Translation Support: Assist the Production Manager with translating documents, both written and verbal.
3. Inventory Management: Oversee and maintain inventory of semi-finished and completed parts.
4. Process Analysis: Evaluate production processes, results, and downtimes to improve efficiency.
5. Operational Support: Contribute to the efficiency of production operations.

Essential Functions:

1. Inventory Tracking: Create and manage daily inventory status reports.
2. Performance Review: Monitor and analyze daily/monthly operation and efficiency rates.
3. Equipment Management: Manage and procure equipment needed on the production floor (e.g., welding electrodes, air-powered tools).
4. Collaboration: Work closely with both Korean and the USA Supervisors to meet production needs.
5. Production Planning: Prepare and distribute daily production plans, and review daily results.
6. Engineering Changes: Manage and implement Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) as needed.
7. Corrective Actions: Address recurring manufacturing issues affecting quality and efficiency.
8. Training: Develop and deliver training materials for new production personnel.
9. Process Improvement: Participate in and implement productivity improvement initiatives.
10. Personnel Allocation: Oversee and optimize the allocation of production personnel.
11. Cycle Time Analysis: Analyze cycle times, downtimes, and productivity for each line.
12. New Model Trials: Conduct and follow up on new model trials and FIFO control for ECOs.
13. Layout Optimization: Modify production line layouts to enhance productivity.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Supervise production team leaders and members in the Supervisor's absence.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Less than 2 years of experience as a Production Specialist.

Personal Characteristics:

• High energy, able to manage multiple projects and day-to-day activities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Organized, resourceful, and able to prioritize effectively.
• Team-oriented with a participative management style.
• Results-driven with sound judgment and the ability to balance business needs.

Reporting Structure:

• Reports directly to the Production Manager.
• Coordinates with Production Floor Supervisors, team leaders, and members.