Harman

About the Role

The HPS Manager will lead the implementation and administering of the HPS-Model driving a culture of Continuous Improvement in order to improve the entire manufacturing operation performance, including but not limited to: production, engineering, quality, logistics, materials, AME, new product introduction, HR and other support functions.

Your Team
HPS Coordinator
HPS Engineer
HPS Leader

What You Will Do

• Lead the HPS organization and interact directly with senior leaders, both internally and externally.
• Set the manufacturing site HPS strategic direction and roadmap aligned to global strategy and execute on critical projects.
• Provide strategic direction and mentoring to local leaders and HPS teams.
• Establish, apply, and maintain a common HPS-Model across the manufacturing site ecosystem (logistics, materials, AME, new product introduction, HR and other support functions) based on the global standard.
• Set-up and enforce standardization of HPS related methods, processes, procedures and tools in the manufacturing site (i.e. Standardized Work including the development of Work Balance, STW Chart, Work Combination Table etc.)
• Plan, initiate and coordinate Kaizen and Productivity/Cost Improvement workshops aligned to manufacturing sites strategy and targets.
• Collaborate with the manufacturing organization to drive continual improvement in all aspects of manufacturing through advanced methodologies and processes.
• Plan and execute HPS maturity assessments/audits in the manufacturing site.
• Attract, lead, coach, develop and retaining high-performance and competent HPS team.
• Deploy and drive a best-in-class operational excellence culture based on HPS understanding, industry experience and insights into future direction
• Be in charge of the Certification Program for Team Leaders.
• Authorized and Update documents and standards that belong to the HPS department.
• Keep the 5S’s standards and KPI updated.
• Plan budget and manages costs related to operational excellence initiatives
• Participates and provides support related with quality and EHSS systems management, objectives, targets and programs.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 management system

What You Need

• Integrity, Innovation, Inclusion, Excellence, Team Work and Respect.
• Leadership, Change Oriented, Collaboration, Judgment and Result Driven.
• Bachelor's degree (Engineering, B.A., B.S.) or equivalent.
• Experience: 7+ years of experience related to continuous improvement or similar project management.
• Proven track record in Lean manufacturing deployment and success in implementation of redesigned processes
• Knowledge of lean concepts including Toyota Production System principles required
• Problem Solving experience
• Bilingual: Spanish- English
• Background in manufacturing and/or engineering environments
• Background in people management and project management
• Specific Skills: MS Office, Outlook, SAP, Minitab

What is Nice to Have

• Lean Six Sigma certification
• Problem Solving Certification
• Train the trainers
• First Time Leader
• Finance for non-financial

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to travel.
• Willingness to work in an office.

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location
• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
• Competitive wellness benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development