Focus Factory Manager

Job Overview

TE Connectivity's Focus Factory Managers are responsible for the day-to-day operations and short/long-term planning for the Value Streams they manage. They manage manufacturing, production control, engineering, inventory control, EH&S, shipping/receiving, etc. focusing on the development of technologies and continuous improvement and translating customer. 
requirements into state-of-the-art manufacturing strategies and processes.

•    Health and Safety: Ensure plant objectives for safety are met, with a focus on accident reduction and 5S+1 program success.
•    Quality: Drive complaint reduction, enhance GMP compliance, and foster a culture of right-first-time and problem-solving.
•    Service: Meet customer expectations by delivering products on time, understanding needs, and creating opportunities for Exceptional Customer Experience (ECE).
•    Continuous Improvement: Lead projects for annual productivity improvements aligned with budget targets (efficiency, unit cost, COPQ).
•    TEOA: Implement tools to achieve star ratings, driving performance improvements throughout the business.
•    People: Manage staff selection, performance, reviews, 1:1 meetings, and development planning for consistency in these areas.
•    KPIs: Utilize KPIs to manage and improve output, efficiency, and cost goals, including regular reporting and issue escalation for timely resolution.
•    Communication: Lead Plant communications for the Focus Factory in alignment with the process.
•    S&OP and Budgeting: Support the processes, ensuring capacity aligns with budget and costs are in line.
•    NPD Support: Integrate new products to meet plant and customer expectations, putting recovery plans in place for line ramps or changes.
•    Key Business Responsibilities: Handle other key business tasks as needed.
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What your background should look like:

•    Minimum 7-10 years relevant experience in business/manufacturing.
•    Bachelor’s degree qualified in a related discipline.
•    Experience/qualification in lean discipline with process improvement and problem-solving experience is advantageous.

•    Proven leadership ability, motivating individuals and cross-functional teams.
•    Excellent communication skills at all organizational levels.
•    Demonstrated decision-making ability and a willingness to accept responsibility.
•    Knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Project Management, or NPI.
•    Drive organizational change and support business decisions/initiatives.
•    Other responsibilities as assigned.

Competencies