Job Overview

TE Connectivity is seeking a MGR II MFG & PROCESS DVL AUTOMATION for Data & Device BU with location in Thailand. The MPDE Automation Manager will lead a team of automation engineers tasked with developing assembly processes for high-speed cable assemblies and coordinating with the Thailand manufacturing engineering team on the transition to mass production.

Job Requirements

Allocate and balance the allocation of work across direct reports; review and provide timely performance feedback to direct reports; mentor, develop and motivate them; help resolve people/functional issues in the team to achieve targeted performance and retain key talent.

• Lead a team of engineers who will:

• • • Develop cable assembly automation lines in accordance with LEANPD product development
    • Drive for excellence in existing automation technologies and methods
    • Strive to implement new automation technologies to provide improved process and tolerance control
    • Support Product Development in the optimization designs (DFM) and piece parts for automation manufacturability; realize proof of concept tooling, product samples and prototypes.
    • Design, develop, and qualify tooling and processes to meet TE Data and Devices quality and production standards.
    • Support supply chain to verify supplier compliance and capability.
  • Act as the binding element between product development and automation engineering, ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of this critical interface.
  • Maintain communication with project management team to understand current and future strategic business needs
  • Prioritize and time manage a portfolio of projects/work efforts based on criticality and business need
  • Provide readouts to Director and VP level cross function management as necessary
  • Work with Thailand operations team to assign resources necessary for the successful execution of new automation development
  • Facilitate and coordinate cross-function communication across globally matrixed organization

What your background should look like

1. Bachelor or above degree with mechanical/electric related majors;

2. At least 5 years related experience managerial level in multinational manufacturing site;

3. Familiar with Lean, Six Sigma. etc. industrial methods/tools;

4. With 5 years or above work experience in cable assembly automation is preferred;

5. Fluent in English and good presentation skills.

6. Familiar with MS software.

7. Familiar with industrial specification (i.e. IPC 620

Competencies