JOB ID 25333

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
Mechanical, Production Engineer, Production Management, Program・Project Management

Fukuoka
¥7,000,000～¥11,000,000

A French automotive technology leader specializing in interior systems, sustainable mobility, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), offering innovative solutions to enhance vehicle efficiency, safety, and user experience. With a focus on areas like seating, interior components, and zero-emissions technologies, they partner with global automakers to drive advancements in sustainable and connected automotive systems. With a focus on areas like seating, interior components, and zero-emissions technologies, they partner with global automakers to drive advancements in sustainable and connected automotive systems.

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager is responsible for leading new product launches, ensuring production readiness, and aligning manufacturing This role oversees cross-functional coordination, supports equipment and process implementation, and drives continuous improvement initiatives across the plant. This role oversees cross-functional coordination, supports equipment and process implementation, and drives continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.

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Job Description

Responsibilities

Ensure effective application of internal program management systems and drive collaboration across program teams.
Support smooth program transfers from Development Centre to Production Plant, ensuring alignment with customer and project goals.
Lead product definition in coordination with design teams and customers; support industrialization and technical integration of new products.
Provide cross-functional technical support and manage engineering changes (ECR/ECO) to maintain production quality and efficiency.
Develop and manage annual CAPEX plans and oversee layout design for new product launches and SOP readiness.
Lead equipment/tooling selection, installation, and validation; improve production processes and material flow.
Promote HSE compliance, implement HOSHIN for safety/environmental improvements, and optimize plant logistics.
Communicate transparently with management; coach and train engineering and ME teams.
Support departmental continuity by stepping in for team members as needed; complete tasks assigned by leadership.
Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field
Business-level English (TOEIC 600+) and Japanese proficiency
3-5 years' industrial/ product experience, including 2+ years in project management
Knowledge of Faurecia PMS, audits, KPIs (Helios, PRC), and program launch processes processes
Proficient in problem-solving (QRCI, 8D), DOE, D/P-FMEA, and continuous improvement (Hoshin, Kaizen)
Understanding of JIT, assembly, product/process flows, and ISO/TS16943 product/process flows, and ISO/drawing standards
Skilled in MS Office (Excel, Word, Project)
Strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and team development skills and team development skills
Customer-focused, results-driven, and able to navigate complexity and ambiguity
Location

Fukuoka
Work Style

In-office work only
Salary

¥7,000,000～¥11,000,000
Attractive
Points

Foreign capital company, Overseas communication, Make use of languages