Manufacturing Manager BiW/T&F

Description

Company Overview

Fisker Inc. is a design led pioneering mobility technology company researching, developing and producing next generation electrically powered vehicles. As the electrification revolution begins to infiltrate the automotive industry, Fisker are focused on delivering advanced smart solutions across the electrification ecosystem from charging, to battery technology, powertrain and connected vehicle functionality. Strong product design is at our core where distinctive emotional yet cost effective style meet the latest in cutting edge technology.

Role Overview

As Fisker returns to market, manufacturing operations need to be established to support the global distribution of its new products from bases initially in Europe.  As the Design and Engineering of our new products are developed, we must simultaneously ensure that the engineering and manufacturing feasibility are fully compatible at all stages through the development process. The equipment to manufacture must provide the basis to meet all requirements of cost, quality, sustainability and timing. 

Responsibilities

  • Advanced Manufacturing feasibility delivery – confirmation of Design Solution entitlement to deliver Hours per Car, Takt time targets etc.
  • Challenge and add specialist knowledge to support facilities delivery to cost, time and quality targets
  • Key input to Plant facility and tool manufacturing engineering.
  • Equipment and tooling selection, deployment, project & supplier management.
  • Program gateway delivery and reporting.
  • Ramp execution to deliver volume Rate capability, Right First Time, Quality output & Warranty.
  • Ensure that operations and production are carried out in an ethical, responsible manner.
  • Experience commissioning equipment from install, loop checks through to power up and handover.
  • Experience creating process documentation and standardised work including PFMEA.
  • Knowledgeable of production quality metrics is advantageous
  • Experience with design for manufacturability
  • Proven written and verbal communication at all levels within the organization with good negotiation skills
  • Proven design & implementation of Continuous Improvement 
  • Experience in process layout and optimization incorporating asset utilization (preferred)
  • Travel is expected – e.g. for vendor visits, equipment installation and commissioning.
  • Develop engineering improvement plan; support and/or lead continuous improvement activities.
  • English – Required, German - Preferred

Basic Qualifications / Knowledge / Experience

  • Degree or equivalent in a relevant Engineering discipline. 
  • Min 5 years in the automotive industry.
  • Completed full facility installation. 
  • Ability to challenge on Equipment cost and labour and assess VFM.
  • Experience in leading collaborative teams towards achievement of both department and wider business goals.
  • Knowledge of ERP, MRP, MES, MOM systems and suppliers.
  • Knowledge of vehicle development processes, milestones and deliverables.

Equipment Design, Development and Installation

  • Evaluate data and write reports to validate or indicate deviations from standards.
  • Evaluate design, installation plan and physical, operations, maintenance of equipment, systems, and processes to meet requirements, applying knowledge of engineering principles.
  • Develop with the supplier initial manufacturing strategies for new projects by performing detailed feasibility, project timing and cost estimate studies.
  • Evaluate manufacturing line / cell / station design and launch – bid package development, vendor selection, front-end engineering design, design reviews, fabrication, acceptance testing, construction, installation, commissioning and handover to operations.
  • Participate in engineering activities with the product design team ensuring that flexible, cost effective, robust and sustainable processes and equipment are implemented.
  • Provide technical support for the assessment of different manufacturing scenarios.
  • Identify, investigate, test and validate new innovative technology and work methods for future implementation (e.g. virtual manufacturing environment, product feasibility simulation, throughput simulation).
  • Support sourcing activities including identification of potential suppliers and technical evaluations of quotations.
  • Work with the supplier to Install, commission and start-up equipment balancing speed and safety.
  • Ensure manufacturing lines meet uptime, availability, and reliability metrics – OEE, cycle time, quality and first time through.
  • Ensure that all equipment, processes and methodologies comply with applicable standards, company policy and all Health and Safety Laws, Acts, Regulations and Codes.
  • Interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, or formulas and confer with management or engineering staff to determine quality and reliability standards. 

Requirements

Preferred Skills / Experience / Competences

  • Communication Skills:  Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the business from shop floor to senior leadership.
  • Drive for Results: Drive for high performance, takes responsibility and works towards planning targets, overcoming obstacles, setbacks and uncertainty.
  • Business Acumen: Contribute to the company strategy and aligns the strategic priorities of own area with the direction and strategic priorities of the broader organization.
  • Customer Centricity: Anticipates evolving customer needs and how to address them, doing the right thing in the right way.
  • Decision Making: Makes timely, informed decisions that consider the facts, goals, constraints, and risks.
  • Analytical Thinking: Gather relevant information, identify key issues, compare data from different sources; draw appropriate conclusions to arrive at appropriate solutions.
  • TeamwManufacturing Manager BiW/T&F (Graz, Austria)ork & Collaboration: Facilitates Collaboration, actively engaging and to make joint decision and share best practices.
  • Displays Global Perspective: Conveys an understanding of the organization's global market position, opportunities, capabilities, and competitive threats and takes cultural issues and geographic differences into account when making plans and decisions.
  • A Passion for the industry:  Enthusiasm for adopting new technologies and invocation that improve products and productivity.

Additional Requirements

Fisker Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment at Fisker Inc. is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of Fisker Inc.’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at info@fiskerinc.com.

Unternehmen / Organisation: 
Fisker Inc