Operations Kautex Development Program

Job Description - Operations Kautex Development Program (328123)

Job Number:

328123

Kautex is a global company with over 30 plants in 13 countries. As a Tier One automotive supplier, we navigate and accelerate throughout the automotive industry with ideas being put into motion by those who are driving the future. A pioneer in the design and manufacturing of plastic fuel systems for light vehicles - including hybrid vehicle applications - Kautex is expanding our portfolio to offer smart products. From battery systems for use in hybrid and full battery electric vehicle applications to autonomous vehicle cleaning systems, Kautex is committed to pioneering solutions for the era of new mobility. We also know that sustainability is not just a word for us – because our planet isn’t better unless we can be better.

We offer an international, family-friendly, and diverse work environment in which you can help shape the mobility of tomorrow, with some positions offering flexibility in some remote work. Additionally, we have great career development opportunities in the field of new mobility with interesting and challenging projects, as well as various personal and professional trainings.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. 12-month minimum program duration with the purpose of preparing you for progression in the Operations function(s).
2. Operations Pathway for program includes areas of skill building in: Automation / IIoT, Materials Management, Quality, AME / ME.
3. Complete 3 distinct and meaningful operational sub-functional assignments aligned to your developmental goals and strengths assessment.
4. Program completion will include assessment for readiness to the next level of Operational responsibility, including your application to roles which meet your career aspirations.
5. Gain expert knowledge of the operational environment and all interfaces and organization structure of the company, processes, and methods.
6. Performance coaching and rewards model applies annually through Performance Management Process.
7. Coaching on functional/technical, as well as professional development offers through Mentoring, Program Sponsor, and Functional Leader(s).
8. Technical skill development, and specialized training will be offered through annual training plans, and development assessments.
9. Create and maintain a community with all Kautex Development Program participants across the globe, with the purpose to share knowledge and experiences and build on future relationships in the company.
10. Provide continuous feedback to program Sponsors to continually improve program experience.
11. Complete projects defined by Management and documented in performance management system during the program.
12. Career owner: Is responsible for own development and having a meaningful career file. Asking for feedback, seeking for Learning and career opportunities.
13. Support common tasks within the Team (location / global) e.g., best-practice sharing, organize social Team or Networking Events, and Trainee Newsletter.
14. Communication of Career Aspirations - follow the repatriation process and discuss with managers & HR.
15. Work in line with all EHS Standards and Textron Ethics and Values and comply with all ITAF 16949/ISO and ISHA standards.

Operations:

1. Have a complete understanding of daily operational tasks and processes of the functions / areas within the Operations pathway.
2. Understanding of Operational Key Performance Indicators driving towards 0-0-0.
3. Provide operations expertise in a professional manner during customer visits and audits, with the team as well as in collaboration with other departments (e.g., Quality/Engineering, etc.).
4. Gain knowledge of, and compliance to, the customer specific requirements.
5. Understand and apply customer OEM standards.
6. Application of VAVE (Value Analysis, Value Engineering) process during development of Kautex products.
7. Support EHS activities within the department to ensure both a safe work place and adoption of safe working practices.
8. A requirement to follow IATF 16949 standards together with following the Kautex and Customer guidelines.
9. Understand the technical link between Kautex development teams and the customer.
10. Application of Continuous Improvement / Lean tools and techniques to drive Operational Performance Improvement (6S, Practical Problem Solving and Reoccurrence Prevention, Value Stream Mapping, Elimination of Waste, TPM).

Material Management:

1. Support Logistics concepts (internal, supplier, customer) for new programs coming to the plant.
2. Gain knowledge of Customer Demand plan, Production plan, Supplier Scheduling, and Inventory Management (accuracy, right safety stock, risk management, etc.).
3. Special freight organisation, root cause analyses, preventive actions to avoid reoccurrence.

Manufacturing Engineer:

1. Lead projects relating to analysis and implementation of the manufacturing process using the most appropriate technology and ensuring process capability with respect to the total manufacturing system.
2. Motivated to continuous improvement in the process to maintain optimum operation conditions and plant productivity (including scrap management).
3. Respond to requests for repairs and troubleshooting support of production equipment and processes and analyse all new processes for improvement opportunities.

Quality:

1. Lead, and support, projects relating to process and product quality during the sampling, development, trials, and series production phases.
2. Support the Quality team with the quality performance and maintaining customer quality targets, whilst gaining knowledge of customer specific quality requirements and portals.
3. Support all audits activities within the location.
4. Gain knowledge of GD&T, CAD, RPS, MSA, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and SPC.
5. Support as required any claim management (including warranty) using 8D or A3 tools.

Minimum Requirements:

1. University degree in Engineering, with focus on a preferred area of study: Mechatronics, Big Data / Data Analytics, or comparable education.
2. Internships or extra-curricular volunteering would be an advantage.
3. International experience by studying or working in foreign countries is desired.
4. Fluent English language skills are required, and an additional language would be an advantage.
5. Plastics design and process knowledge is an advantage.
6. Blow molding, injection molding and compression molding product design knowledge including welding and assembly is an advantage.
7. Geographic mobility.
8. Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.