As a manager of the center of excellence, you will lead the department to provide best practices, research, support and/or training for a focus area. The COE is an organization that works across business units (BUs) or product lines within a BU and has a leading-edge knowledge and competency in that area. It is comprised of highly skilled individuals and experts, who disseminate knowledge in an organization and share best practices from development to implementation.
This role will hold broad responsibility for developing and implementing the proper manufacturing plant layout matching describing the ERP systems including the SCM set ups and parameters needed plus work centers, product families, validating the drawings, developing the routings with all proper cycle times using the most advance lean manufacturing tools such 5S, standardized work Kaizen and immediately providing feedback for the findings during the initial validation stage. As a result of the above-described activities the organization will be able to report the standard cost and have a full perpetual inventory.
What are we looking for?
Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field of study
8+ years of Management experience
8 + years of Manufacturing experience
ERP system implementation active participation
Extensive knowledge and experience with MRP and ERP systems.
Must be able to analyze and interpret complex technical procedures, business periodicals, and journals as well as write reports and procedure manuals.
Degree in Business or equivalent field. MBA preferred though not required. APICS Certification preferred though not required.
In-depth knowledge of computerized integrated information systems (manufacturing, materials management, production planning, procurement, finance and distribution) and a superior understanding of manufacturing material flow in a plant.
High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access)
Must be a proactive change agent and possess leadership skills to build and maintain a team-oriented environment.
Must have solid interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate staff and to interact with various departments throughout the organization.
Understanding of manufacturing operations and supporting business processes and the ability to effectively communicate and drive change in a manufacturing environment, across levels in the organization and extending to internal and external partners, is critical.
Ability to understand and clarify business needs and develop processes that achieve business objectives is a must.
Extended knowledge of ERP business systems and experience as business analyst helping to design and document processes, including implementing supporting IT tools, preferred. SAP experience.
What do we offer?
Comprehensive benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Supportive and inclusive work environment.
Commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being.
Engagement in meaningful projects that make a difference.
Johnson Controls does not request pregnancy or HIV testing as a condition for hiring, continued employment, or promotion, in accordance with its commitment to labor equality and non-discrimination.
