PROCESS TEAM LEADER

Company Description

Bosch was founded in Stuttgart in 1886 by Robert Bosch (1861-1942) and for more than 130 years has been distinguished by a unique corporate culture based on solid values that drive us to improve every day. Our products, present in a wide variety of fields, that contribute to improve the quality of life of millions of people.

Job Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

• Leader of process/test engineering and technician groups.
• Leader of definition and follow-up of competence development strategies for process/test engineering and technician groups.
• Main owner / promoter of business metrics focused on safety, cost, quality, and delivery.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible to define, coach, and sponsor problem solving and continuous improvement projects based on regular analysis of TOP contributors to ensure the compliance of the business metrics.
• Responsible to establish a systematic approach for the follow-up of day-to-day topics related to the main business metrics.
• Hiring, coaching, and mentoring to personnel (Engineers/Technicians).
• Technical and human resources planning.
• Owner or co-owner of the maintenance strategy within the assigned areas, including machines, tooling, racks/carts, spare parts, and SW back-ups.
• Provide support to process/test engineering and technician groups to eliminate roadblocks and to ensure the availability of the necessary internal and/or external support that may be needed.
• Leader of the definition, procurement, installation, and validation of new machinery and tooling.
• Act and serve as a technical resource for process/test engineering and technician groups.
• Responsible to build up and ensure the necessary networking for the activities performed by own team.
• Responsible to coordinate technical topics within the international production network of assigned areas.
• Owner of implementation of Bosch standards among the technical areas.
• Ensure the follow-up of Bosch standards among engineering group.
• Ensure that procedures and instructions are followed.
• Ensure manufacturing process compliance with engineering principles, customer requirements, Bosch standards, and process specifications.

Qualifications

EDUCATION & ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Electromechanical, Mechatronics, Digital Systems and Communications Engineering or related.
• Bilingual (Advanced English & Spanish).

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• 3 years of experience in Manufacturing Process Engineering positions.
• Deep Knowledge in Core tools (APQP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, PPAP).
• Leadership skills: Empowerment, ability to work in a diverse group, ability to create team structures and to coach/mentor/sponsor, ability to delegate, proactive, analytic.
• Uncertainty risk, and complexity management.
• Effective moderation, communication, negotiation skills: contact with suppliers/customers, partners, and subordinates.
• Knowledge in project management tools.
• Strong knowledge in control and automation (e.g. PLC programming, robots).
• Strong knowledge in problem solving techniques, such as: 8D, IS/IS NOT, 5 Whys with focus on managerial aspects, 6 Sigma/Shainin.
• Strong knowledge in TPM.
• Knowledge in budget planning and administration.
• Strong knowledge in some (if not all) of the following processes: Electrical testing (e.g. ICT), functional testing (CCS technologies), vision systems, press-in, dispensing, laser welding.
• Strong experience in analyzing data to draw trends (focused on statistics).
• Experience in traceability systems.
• Experience in new launches (especially focused on technical topics related to process and product).
• In-depth knowledge of internal/external business processes and procedures (especially in automotive electronics field).
• Experience in manufacturing: Bosch production system or equivalent.

Additional Information

Bosch is constantly expanding its international presence, since for us cultural diversity represents one of our greatest strengths. We are continuously promoting the growth of our more than 17,000 associates, who develop their full potential in one of the highest quality companies in technology. We value the balance between personal and work life as one of the main tools to improve the creativity and productivity of our associates. Do you want beneficial technologies being shaped by your ideas? Whether in the areas of mobility solutions, consumer goods, industrial technology or energy and building technology – with us, you will have the chance to improve quality of life all across the globe. Welcome to Bosch.

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