General Manager I – Automation

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER.

With over 260,000 diverse, talented and dedicated employees across 100 locations in 30 countries, our vision is to be the most technologically advanced and trusted manufacturing solutions provider.

We combine an unmatched breadth and depth of end-market experience, technical and design capabilities, manufacturing know-how, supply chain insights and global product management expertise to enable success for the world’s leading brands.

We are driven by a common purpose to make a positive impact for each other, our communities, and the environment.

JOB SUMMARY

Direct and manage the day-to-day automation operations of a given facility, assuming overall responsibility for financial success, staffing, production, quality and customer satisfaction.

Establish business plans that aim towards improving competitive edge, profitability, and quality.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directs the overall operation of an automation facility.
• Manage and give direction to the Automation teams – Engineering (Software, Controls and Mechanical), Sales and Production.
• Assesses a variety of situations and provide clarity to team and stakeholders.
• Anticipates and tracks operational and tactical risks and providing strategic solutions.
• Establish business plans aimed towards continued quality, safety, and cost improvement.
• Determine price structure for produced parts.
• Oversee management review of systems and encourage continues improvement, proactive management and teamwork.
• Ensure that facility is properly staffed and trained.
• Represents facility to potential customers, clients, and at corporate meetings.
• Financial decision maker regarding orders accepted, purchase of equipment, tools, materials, and staffing.
• Bears overall responsibility for housekeeping of facility and safety awareness.
• Communicate plant financial & operational condition to Corporate as required.
• Manage the operations cost to enhance profitability while staying within legal guidelines and company policies and procedures.
• Responsible for the strategy and long-term planning of the operations to ensure continued success in meeting customer expectations.
• Encourage team members to maintain an in-depth field of experience and knowledge regarding emerging electronic, manufacturing and materials management technologies.
• Offer new ideas and suggestions for improvement.

  Identify and implement new practices and processes that are “best in field.”

• Coordinating different teams to foster exchange of ideas and provide cross-team learning opportunities
• Identifying potential problems and points of friction and working to find solutions in order to maximize efficiency and revenue
• Identifying opportunities to expand or shift course in order to take advantage of changes in the market
• Oversees and reports weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual metrics.
• Actively pursue strategic and operational objectives.
• Solicits and responds to feedback while gaining commitment and support.
• Ensure all sensitive and confidential information is handled appropriately.
• Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

· In depth knowledge of GMP and quality systems.

· Experienced in using the following software packages;
– Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Microsoft Project .

· Ability to build and leverage partnerships, implement change and manage projects;.

· Ability to read, analyze, interpret and communicate regarding common scientific and/or technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.

· Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.

· Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

· Strong knowledge of global and regional logistics operations and industry.

· Strong proficiency in determining logistics requirements to enable company’s business goals and objectives with ability to devise and implement strategy to achieve targets.

· Strong financial and analytical ability.

Proficiency in managing business analytics to determine optimum company footprint.

· Strong knowledge of international direct and indirect taxes as well as global customs regimes.

· Proven track record of successful change management accomplishments, implementing and management continuous productivity and cost reduction programs.

· Strong and convincing communication skills

· Proficiency in use of personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and e-mail skills required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required

· 10 years experience

· Minimum 5 years previous experience managing in a manufacturing environment, preferably in plastics

· Previous experience with price structuring and job costing.

· Or a combination of education, experience and/or training.

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