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General information

Location:
Queretaro - Querétaro, Mexico - 501/502 Avenida Indust Minera
Job Family:
Manufacturing
Worker Type Reference:
Regular - Permanent
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
Career Level:
M1
Job ID:
R-53016-2026

Description & Requirements

A Career at HARMAN Automotive

We're a global, multi-disciplinary team that's putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming

tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.

  • Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience

  • Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence

  • Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment

About the Role

Responsible for supervising and ensuring proper management of scrap generated in electronic manufacturing processes, ensuring control, traceability, safe disposal, and compliance with corporate policies, quality standards, and environmental regulations, while promoting waste reduction and value recovery. You will lead the development of ongoing scrap reduction projects and track metrics. In this role, you will report to the different department managers. Develop ideas to achieve process optimization, increase capacity, and cost inventory reduction through continuous improvement and innovative strategies for deployment, applying Harman Production System philosophy.

What You Will Do

  • Manage scrap inventory (electronic and other material) from its generation to its final disposal.

  • Register, classify, and document scrap by type, cause, generating area, and economic value.

  • Analyze scrap trends to identify root causes and reduction opportunities.

  • Coordinate the segregation, storage, and safe handling of scrap.

  • Prepare monthly scrap reports: volume, cost, top offenders, recovery, and savings.

  • Provide support with internal and external audits (quality, environmental, and client).

  • Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Finance to reduce waste and improve processes.

  • Authorize movements and dispositions of scrap under the established guidelines. 

  • Request corrective actions related to excessive scrap generation. 

  • Support for manufacturing areas.

  • Keep areas focused on the philosophy 5S’s.

  • Maintain documentation updated.

  • Personal payroll.

  • KPI, IKPI, and Scorecard metrics.

  • Attendance of meetings (5S’s, Yield, SQDC, etc.).

  • Planning for support to manufacturing areas.

What You Need to Be Successful

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechatronics, Electronics Engineering or related career.

  • 1 to 3 years in manufacturing.

  • Experience in the electronics industry is desirable.

  • ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, similar).

  • Safety, environmental, and quality standards.

  • Data analysis and report preparation.

  • Teamwork & Respect.

  • Advanced English level 80% (reading and writing).

  • Risk-oriented analysis.

  • Core Tools knowledge (At least FMEA, CP, MSA, SPC).

  • Problem-solving and Continuous improvement skills.

  • Conflict Management.

  • Basic usage of the Microsoft Office suite.

Bonus Points if You Have

  • Organization and administrative control.

  • Attention to detail and discipline in records.

  • Data analysis and focus on continuous improvement.

  • Effective communication and teamwork.

  • Integrity and handling of confidential information.

  • Ability to handle a variety of projects simultaneously without compromising delivery dates.

What Makes You Eligible

  • Willingness to travel.

  • Willingness to work in an office or on the production floor.

  • Ability to work with multinational teams.

What We Offer

  • 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

  • “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program

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About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology 
Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.  

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other. 

If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!  

Important Notice: Recruitment Scams
Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com', ‘@careers.harman.com’ or ‘@harmanglobal.avature.net’ email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn/email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in one of the above email domains about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: harmancareers@harman.com.

You Belong Here 
HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.  

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job-related performance.(www.harman.com) 

HARMAN is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at harmancareers@harman.com. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.