Manager/Director, Production & Manufacturing Lead

Autonomous Vehicle
Navigation 160-195k + benefits

Company in Houston, TX

Description

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  Oversee and optimize retrofitting
  and manufacturing processes for autonomous vehicles.
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  Define, implement, and manage
  end-to-end manufacturing workflows to ensure efficiency, quality, and
  scalability.
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  Develop and optimize workflows,
  work instructions, and quality standards.
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  Manage production schedules,
  resource allocation, and team coordination.
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  Collaborate with engineering,
  supply chain, and operations teams for continuous improvement.
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  Oversee vendor and supplier
  coordination for materials, tools, and equipment.
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  Establish process control
  mechanisms and KPIs to track production efficiency and quality.
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  Lead troubleshooting and
  problem-solving initiatives.
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  Ensure adherence to safety,
  regulatory, and compliance standards.
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  Provide technical leadership in
  vehicle modification, assembly, and validation.
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  Support new product introduction
  with scalable manufacturing strategies.

Requirements

Qualifications

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  Bachelor's or master’s degree in Mechanical
  Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Automotive
  Engineering, or a related field.
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  5+ years of experience in vehicle
  retrofitting, prototype development, production, or manufacturing within
  the automotive, commercial vehicles, or mobility industry.
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  Strong understanding of
  retrofitting processes, vehicle assembly, quality control, and lean
  manufacturing principles.
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  Experience in designing and
  optimizing production workflows.
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  Proven ability to manage
  production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
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  Hands-on experience in supplier
  and vendor management and IQC process.
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  Good understanding of PFMEA and
  problem-solving skills.
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  Proficiency in manufacturing
  software/tools such as ERP/MES systems.
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  Ability to create training plans
  and lead technician training.
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  Excellent leadership,
  communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Benefits

Benefits

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  Opportunity to work on building
  autonomous vehicles that transform transportation.
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  Be part of a seasoned team with a
  start-up spirit and long-established experience.
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  Contribute to world-first
  innovations in the field.