At AAM, the POWER is in our people. We believe that an equitable and inclusive workplace benefits everyone and that the diversity of our Associates drives creativity and innovation.  Our global team of associates is made of dreamers, doers and innovators who are Bringing the Future Faster by Delivering POWER for a safer, brighter and more sustainable tomorrow.

As a member of #TeamAAM, you’ll get to make a difference on day one. 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.

Job Posting Title

Operations Manager

Job Description Summary

• The Operations Manager has overall responsibility for production, product quality and personnel and contributes to cost management and efficiency improvement initiatives at the site
• This includes handling operations, meeting deadlines/performance requirements and ensuring efficient use of resources
• In addition, the Operations Manager collaborates with the sales team and engineering, determines the required services and ensures their implementation

Job Description

• Handles all production areas, is responsible for quality, adherence to deadlines and productivity
• Leads the production team, consisting of 3 group leaders, 4 team leaders and approximately 70 production Associates
• Responsible for optimizing production processes, workflow and support
• Works closely with technical development, quality assurance, logistics and maintenance departments
• Achieves product and operational goals by participating in strategic development, setting up action plans and implementing standards in production
• Conducts audits and develops/realises improvements
• Leads and develops the team throughout the HR lifecycle, from hiring new Associates, onboarding and agreeing goals, to workforce planning, coaching and conducting performance reviews, planning compensation changes and implementing disciplinary actions (as needed)
• Plans further development measures for Associates in the team
• All other tasks as instructed

Required Skills and Education

• Completed technical or business degree, completed vocational training as Engineer, or a comparable qualification
• At least 7 years of professional experience in the automotive supplier industry as Production Manager or a comparable function
• Experience in leadership
• Knowledge of Lean Management and Continuous Improvement (CIP)
• Negotiation skills, strong communication skills, assertiveness
• Very good computer skills (MS-Office, ERP)
• Very good spoken and written English

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About American Axle & Manufacturing

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM (NYSE: AXL) 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, AAM is bringing the future faster for a safer and more sustainable future.We work together to support our customers on global and regional platforms with a focus on quality, operational excellence and technology leadership.

With our global footprint, we are committed to building an equitable and inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the unique voices of our diverse workforce.Be part of the future with #TeamAAM.

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