Job Description

HITACHI RAIL is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Wayside Case & House Wiring Manufacturing Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Batesburg, SC.

About us:

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organization to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for the Wires and Cables' business unit’s operations, capacity planning, resources and management.
• Support business unit growth while continuing to build the skill sets and lead a strong team of people with cross-functional responsibilities, including training matrix.
• Coordination of Manufacturing/Production efficiency.
• Manages and monitors quality of work
• Manage production scheduling, resource planning and development, and total manufacturing cost.
• Work with Director of Manufacturing Operations on establishing an annual manufacturing budget.
• Responsible for aspects of the business unit’s operational performance results including the achievement of Safety target, Defective Parts, On Time Delivery, and other KPI’s.
• Coach team members and continue to support the company Core Values while developing a strong culture.
• Provide support for key customer accounts including developing relationships with some customer representatives, Project Manager, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Design teams and resolving customer issues.
• Serve as a member of the Business Unit’s Leadership Team and play a key role in the achievement of the Company’s Vision and Strategy within the business unit.
• Collaborate with other Functional teams in the establishment of procedures as required by the appropriate standards and customer requirements, in ensuring our continuing compliance.
• Manage the Health and Safety and Environmental functions to drive best practices within the Business Unit.
• Support other areas of the company with respect to joint initiatives

Required Skills/Experience:

• At least 5 years’ experience managing direct report employees
• Strong technical acumen, communication and problem-solving skills
• Minimum 5 years electro-mechanical manufacturing experience.
• Experience with operating and capital budgeting oversite and tracking.
• Understanding of Lean, continuous improvement, quality and related topics with relevant work experience
• Proficiency of SAP Enterprise Resource Planning software
• +3 years of project management experience
• Proficient user of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Experience working in Power BI or other similar data visualization platforms
• Knowledge of Rail Control Systems

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering OR degree equivalency OR Associate's Degree plus extra 2 years job-related work experience (for a total of 7 years of required work experience) OR 9 years of job-related work experience.

Benefits:

Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

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It is our commitment at Hitachi Rail to create a diverse environment and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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