Job Description

Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?

Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.

Contract Details :

• Job Title : Manufacturing Assembly Area Manager
• Location : Fairfax Site - Kansas City
• Type of contract : Long-term At-will

Responsibilities :

• Ensures compliance with Corporate and BG HSE objectives and requirements. 

• Ensures parts are produced according to customer specifications and requirements. 

• Takes part in the implementation of the plant progress plan encouraging staff involvement, through the implementation of specific follow-up activities. 

• Leads a daily production meeting, adjust the resources according to the changes, implements and makes sure of the efficiency of the corrective actions. 

• Participates in the monthly meetings of his/her production unit, defines the plans for short and medium term organization including new product launch. 

• Manages the assembly area internal organization. 

• Manages the team (organization, objectives, discipline and mindset, people development) according to department and projects requirements. 

• Is required to maintain a high level of maintenance and cleanliness in the assembly area. 
• Proposes the operating budget and then deliver the agreed budget. 
• Provides appropriate support on new programs development in relation with Program development team. 
• Puts in place visual management. 

• Participates in the team selection and development. 

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Engineering Degree level education.  
• Industrial or Mechanical Engineer  would be a plus
• Knowledge of quality, supply chain/flows management best practices. 
• Good command of English. 

• Experience: minimum 5 years. 

• Fields of experience: Industry with demanding customers regarding quality and delivery; Sequenced in-line supply/Just in-time supply (SILS/JIT); Large production equipment management (production programs, standard operating procedures creation, process improvements, process failures analysis); Lean manufacturing.

At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.

Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.

With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.