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Job Posting Title

AOS Leader

Job Description Summary

#TeamAAM is looking for an AOS Leader to join our Driveline team in Three Rivers, Michigan. This is a fully onsite role.

The AOS Leader owns the administration of continuous improvement system (APEX), driving and tracking actions to reduce overall cost and alignment with performance metrics. This person monitors and supports implementation of cost-reduction initiatives and validates savings. They will also ensure compliance with AOS operating system (O4), promote and support the Production Improvement Team (PIT) process. They will coach others on and apply the use of AOS tools & structured problem solving. This person will work with others to optimize flow through facility contributing to established market structure, delivery methods, & material presentation.

The ideal candidate has excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with others. They should also have strong computer skills, such as proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Ready to join the team that is Bringing the Future Faster? Apply today!

Job Description

• Leads administration of CI system (APEX) with timely entry and updates.
• Provides follow-up to initiatives,ensures progress through IL’s per the process.
• Verifies that completed initiatives have the correct documentation and savings calculations before the initiative is due for review with chain of approvals.
• Supports and prepares necessary information to make the correct decisions in the system and support weekly and monthly meetings and reviews.
• Administers the CI Challenge program in the facility following Corporate Guidelines on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis.
• Leads O4 system deployment, compliance, and reporting.
• Promotes and supports the PIT process (Production Improvement Team).
• Coaches on the use of AOS (AAM Operating System) tools when needed for PIT’s and other performance improvements as they apply.
• Coaches and supports the use of Structured Problem Solving.
• Contributes to optimizing product and resource flow within the facility.
• Supports material market sizing, location, and structure.
• Supports material delivery methods and routes through the plant.
• Leads improvements for material presentation to production associates (ergo, safety, quality), packaging, racks, flow racks, trees, lift assists, and carts, limiting and best distributing non-cyclical elements.
• Supports production and other departments (SCM, maintenance, IE/ME, controls, etc.) with AOS tools, workshops, problem-solving, and process improvements.
• Promotes the AOS System at the Three Rivers Manufacturing Facility (TRMF) and satellite plants.
• Leads other associates within the work group, and communicates and collaborates with others inside and outside of the work group.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or other relevant field.
• 3-5+ years of relevant work experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, preferably within the automotive field.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes.

About AAM:

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, we are Bringing the Future Faster for a safer and more sustainable tomorrow. To learn more, visit AAM.com.

Why Join #TeamAAM:

As a member of #TeamAAM, you’ll get to make a difference on day one. From your first day with us, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills, and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM…and the world.

AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail TalentAcquisition@aam.com. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.