IPS Manager

Grade LL6, local Nitra

Salary:  From 2680 eur monthly, 0-15% yearly bonus, other benefits according JLR rules

OPPORTUNITY

Manufacturing Excellence is a core pillar of the Manufacturing function, the successful candidate will be responsible for the implementation of Integrated Production System (IPS) and Lean Manufacturing principles in Nitra plant.

IPS Manager will be expected to create and drive implementation of Lean Manufacturing strategy in complex manufacturing environment to improve operational performance of Nitra plant.

Occasional International travel to JLR’s global Manufacturing facilities will be required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish, develop and grow the Integrated Production system.
• Coordination and alignment with global Manufacturing Excellence team and Tata Business Excellence Model.
• Provide operational delivery teams with the tools and resources required to successfully deploy and manage the IPS and Continues improvement – this includes training and deployment activities.
• Set the standards and ensure the standards are met and maintained across the Nitra site.
• Define and deploy Lean manufacturing Strategy for Nitra plant through Integrated Business Plan.
• Drive a continues improvement philosophy to achieve improvement in special focus areas (example: productivity, quality, safety, ergonomics…)
• Organize and lead “Lean manufacturing” workshops to identify improvement’s opportunities and support their implementation to production.
• Develop “Lean manufacturing” projects aligned with plant priorities with all steps and actions. Coordinating cross-functional team to drive completion of the projects.
• Build organisational capability by developing the continuous improvement team.
• Develop and build a culture of engagement at all levels of the business to provide a highly energised team which is flexible to meet the changing needs of the business.
• Provide technical expertise (Lean principles and tools) to the team.
• Set-up and analyse the performance indicators. Benchmark and standardize the best practice. 
• Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential:

• Extensive experience and knowledge within a manufacturing environment, with a particular emphasis on lean manufacturing operations (Integrated Production System, Global Manufacturing System, Shingo model)
• Knowledge and experience of Lean Manufacturing principles and tools.
• Strong safety awareness
• Presentation skills, appropriate to all levels of the organisation and applicable to different cultures; the ability to produce professional presentations with appropriate and carefully targeted messaging.
• Managing within a quality operating system and the requirements of TS16949 / ISO 9001
• Significant leadership experience to be able to lead direct reports and cross-functional teams to meet key objectives.
• Demonstrated experience on leading change projects.
• Strong Problem-Solving skills.
• Competent in all Microsoft office products.
• Fluent English Languages abilities

Desirable:

• Relevant manufacturing/engineering degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Experience in innovation manufacturing practices, processes and layout.

CANDIDATE 

• Demonstrates our Creators' Code behaviours of Customer Love, Unity, Integrity, Growth and Impact.
  Continually working hard to deliver a modern luxury experience to earn and keep our customers’ trust and loyalty. Embracing differences, being empathetic, welcoming challenges together empowering each other to deliver. Building trust by speaking openly and honestly, listening attentively, and treating others respectfully.Taking initiative and using failure as an opportunity to learn. We develop by giving + seeking honest feedback. Making a difference through our results. We innovate and never lose sight of what we want to achieve.
• A determined individual, highly driven, committed and results-orientated who works with pace, energy and confidence.
• An individual who is able to apply analytical rigour to develop and drive well thought out operational plans, collaborate across functions and combine a short term, pragmatic focus with strategic vision
• An individual who is resilient, energetic and enthusiastic, responds constructively to new ideas and input in a changing business environment
• An individual who is able to challenge existing thinking in a positive way whilst building credibility and trust through experience and personal style
• A sophisticated communicator who is able to communicate directly, clearly and openly 
• An individual who can demonstrate good capability in leadership and management skills, who can motivate, develop and lead functional and cross-functional teams
• An individual who is comfortable challenging all stakeholders with strong influencing and engagement skills