Manager - Operations Engineering

Holman is a family-owned, global automotive services organization anchored by our deeply rooted core values and principles that have enabled us to continue Driving What's Right throughout the last century. Our teams deliver the Holman Experience by treating our customers and each other as we would like to be treated, and creating positive, rewarding relationships all around.

The automotive markets Holman serves include fleet management and leasing; vehicle fabrication and upfitting; component manufacturing and productivity solutions; powertrain distribution and logistics services; commercial and personal insurance and risk management; and retail automotive sales as one of the largest privately owned dealership groups in the United States.

Holman is currently accepting applications for the position of Manager- Operations Engineering.

Primary Tasks:

• Serve as the lead interface to achieve organizational excellence and directs operations and deliverables within Engineering Department.
• Develop and implement departmental planned short and long-term goals and objectives.
• Serve as the lead interface to achieve organizational excellence and directs operations and deliverables within Engineering Department.
• Develop and implement departmental planned short and long-term goals and objectives.
• Utilize standard tools for solid modeling, FEA analysis, and Auto CAD design.
• Manage multiple project life cycles effectively and efficiently.
• Segregate and assign costs to projects.
• Collaborate with other functional areas to initiate product development, establish project priorities, schedules, and budget parameters.
• Lead product design from design to execution.
• Recommends methods, materials, and layouts for improvement based on manufacturing needs and capabilities.
• Develop and leads engineering procedures and methods to ensure quality standards are met and maintained.
• Provides engineering expertise in the areas of tooling, prints, specifications, product maintenance, and raw materials.
• Responsible for mentorship, evaluations, conflict resolution and recognition of the staff to maintain highly motivated and engaged employees.
• Ensure products meet regulating agency approvals and requirements.
• Keep abreast of technological changes and developments in the field.
• Ensure the Engineering Department meets and exceeds business goals while employing industry best practices and ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of organizational commitments.
• Participate in major customer reviews, program discussions, and technical evaluations.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Education and/or Training:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience
• Project Management training or certification is a plus
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement training is a plus
• Proficient in various desktop tools including MS Office Programs (i.e. Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, SharePoint etc.)
• Experience using Solid Works and Auto Cad required

Relevant Work Experience:

• 5 years' experience in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Operations roles
• Demonstrated prior success as a leader of technical teams
• Cross-functional Project Management experience
• 2 years' experience in a dynamic, fast paced work environment
• Experience in automotive (OEM or aftermarket) manufacturing, design, or installation is a plus
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement work experience is a plus
• Experience working with metal or steel fabrication/hydraulics/electrical strongly preferred

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At Holman, we exist to provide rewarding careers and better lives for employees and their families. We hire, train, empower, and reward exceptional people. Our journey is guided by our desire to get it right every time and the acknowledgement that we have an opportunity to be better. To be better, we have to do better, and to do better we must know better. That's why we are listening, open to learning new things - about ourselves and each other. We will never stop striving for improved diversity, equity, and inclusion because we are successful together when we feel trusted and supported. It's The Holman Way.

At Holman, your total compensation goes beyond your paycheck. To position you for success and provide a rewarding career and better life for you and your family, Holman is proud to offer you the benefits you deserve; including protection against illness, disability, loss of work, or preparation for retirement. Below is a brief overview of the programs available to full-time employees (programs may vary by country or worker type):

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays, Bereavement, and Jury Duty
• Paid Pregnancy/Parental leave
• Paid Military Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

Benefits:

Regular Full-Time

We offer excellent benefits including health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance, and 401(k) with company match. Our time off benefits include Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, bereavement, and jury duty. In addition, we offer paid pregnancy and parental leave, and supplemental paid military leave to eligible employees.

Temporary or Part-Time

In geographic areas with statutory paid sick leave, part-time and temporary employees will receive a paid sick leave benefit that meets the mandated requirements.

Pay:

We offer competitive wages that are commensurate with job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and geographic location, starting in the range of $120,730.00 - $187,130.00 USD annually for full time employees. The annual compensation range is comprised of base pay and bonus earnings.

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