Manufacturing Engineering Manager at Yanfeng US Automotive Interior Systems I LLC in Riverside, Missouri

Job Description:

Yanfeng Automotive Interiors (YFAI) is the global leader in automotive interiors. YFAI is redefining how people relax, work and play in their vehicle interiors today and decades from now. Headquartered in Shanghai, the company has 114 manufacturing plants and technical centers in 20 countries and more than 33,000 employees globally. They design, develop and manufacture interior components for all automakers. Established in 2015, Yanfeng Automotive Interiors is a joint venture between Yanfeng Automotive Trim Systems Co., Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Huayu Automotive Systems Co., Ltd. (HASCO), the component group of SAIC Motor Corporation Limited (SAIC Motor), and Adient, the global leader in automotive seating. For more information, please visit www.YFAI.com.

Global. Collaborative. Innovative. That’s who we are. Yanfeng is an exciting, fast-paced environment where you will be challenged every day and have opportunities to push yourself to expand your skill set and grow both personally and professionally. We are the global leader in automotive interiors and we're redefining how people relax, work and play in their vehicle interiors today and decades from now. We design, develop and manufacture interior components for all automakers and our company is in full growth mode. We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to join our team in Riverside, Missouri.

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager We Need:

Change Leader | Energetic & Collaborative in Leadership | Champion of Culture | Highly Motivated | Excellent Communicator | Outside of the Box Thinker | Innovative Problem Solver | Continuous Improvement Mindset

Why Choose Yanfeng:

Positive Team Culture | Competitive Salary with Bonus Opportunities | Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance effective on Day One | 401k with company match at 100% on the first 6% of employee contributions (immediate vesting on company match) | Paid Vacation and Company Holidays | Employee Discount Programs on vehicle purchases as well as other industries

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager is responsible for driving activities of the technical team to achieve continuous improvement of injection molding and manufacturing processes.  The individual will work with production management, quality control and maintenance reports to plan and modify process activities to support customer requirements.  The individual will implement new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs and effect greater utilization of labor and materials.  This individual is responsible for participating in the development of all new products that are received by the plant.

Supervisor Capacity: 6-10 Direct Reports

Essential Job Duties:

• Responsible for all plant engineering functions including manufacturing engineering, process engineering, tooling, facility and equipment maintenance


• Leads and drives activities related to continuous improvement (e.g., cycle times, scrap, quality, material cost reduction, regrind implementation, etc.)


• Reviews and establishes contingencies / justifications for Capital Appropriation Requests, department budgets, and personnel salary plans


• Develops plans for process improvement and will have specific areas of accountability in its execution


• Provides support on new product launch tooling, providing the manufacturing input for development of new process and improvements to existing processes and tooling


• Ensures new tools and processes from launch team are ready for production and ensures smooth execution in operations


• Direct all engineering and maintenance functions in the plant, assigns responsibilities and ensure compliance to expectations of performance


• Develop personnel in technical execution, planning, and decision making to positively impact business financials


• Mentoring/Coaching through group communication and 1on1’s


• Influences supporting groups and operations


• Enforce safety rules daily and actively intervenes to correct unsafe actions and conditions


• Conducts daily observations of PPE use and safe work practices adherence and coach employees as needed


• Any and all other duties as assigned by manager

Basic Minimum Requirements:

• Authorized to work in the United States


• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or similar


• 7+ years experience leading engineering and maintenance teams in a manufacturing environment


• 5+ years experience in the automotive industry


• Willingness to travel and work at other Yanfeng sites as well as customer locations


• 5+ years supervisory/management experience effectively leading technical and engineering teams to drive operations efficiency and improvements


• Superior problem solving (including a mechanical aptitude) and decision making ability


• Strong knowledge and experience with electrical, pneumatics and hydraulic systems


• Demonstrated skills in organization, planning, prioritizing, follow, delegation and holding people accountable in a fast-paced manufacturing environment


• Demonstrated ability of driving process controls, change management and the use of data to drive decisions


• Proficiency using the internet and computer based applications to record, analyze and report information


• Ability to handle extended hours as needed, specifically during equipment downtime or reacting to customer requirements


• Ability to multitask, interact politely and professionally with customers, suppliers, vendors and work cooperatively with employees at all levels