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Manager/Director, Production & Manufacturing Lead

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$160,000 - 195,000 yearly

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Job Description - Manager/Director, Production & Manufacturing Lead



Manager/Director, Production & Manufacturing Lead

Autonomous Vehicle Navigation 160-195k + benefits

Company in Houston, TX

 

Description



  • Oversee and optimize retrofitting and manufacturing processes for autonomous vehicles.

  • Define, implement, and manage end-to-end manufacturing workflows to ensure efficiency, quality, and scalability.

  • Develop and optimize workflows, work instructions, and quality standards.

  • Manage production schedules, resource allocation, and team coordination.

  • Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and operations teams for continuous improvement.

  • Oversee vendor and supplier coordination for materials, tools, and equipment.

  • Establish process control mechanisms and KPIs to track production efficiency and quality.

  • Lead troubleshooting and problem-solving initiatives.

  • Ensure adherence to safety, regulatory, and compliance standards.

  • Provide technical leadership in vehicle modification, assembly, and validation.

  • Support new product introduction with scalable manufacturing strategies.






Requirements

Qualifications



  • Bachelor's or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.

  • 5+ years of experience in vehicle retrofitting, prototype development, production, or manufacturing within the automotive, commercial vehicles, or mobility industry.

  • Strong understanding of retrofitting processes, vehicle assembly, quality control, and lean manufacturing principles.

  • Experience in designing and optimizing production workflows.

  • Proven ability to manage production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.

  • Hands-on experience in supplier and vendor management and IQC process.

  • Good understanding of PFMEA and problem-solving skills.

  • Proficiency in manufacturing software/tools such as ERP/MES systems.

  • Ability to create training plans and lead technician training.

  • Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.






Benefits

Benefits



  • Opportunity to work on building autonomous vehicles that transform transportation.

  • Be part of a seasoned team with a start-up spirit and long-established experience.

  • Contribute to world-first innovations in the field.







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