Assembly Manager (Huf NA, Greeneville (TN), Huf NA, Greeneville (TN), US)

Huf NA, Greeneville (TN) I United States (US) Assembly ManagerWe are a leading developer and manufacturer of mechanical and electronic locking systems as well as car access and authorization systems for the global automotive industry. Founded in 1908 in Velbert, Germany, we are an independent, family-owned company with around 7,500 employees at locations in Europe, America and Asia and achieved sales of more than EUR 1.2 billion in the financial year 2023.Your RoleAs Assembly Manager, you are responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and continuous improvement of the assembly area. The most critical responsibility of this role is managing and stabilizing daily operations through effective general task management, rooted in Toyota Production System (TPS) principles. You will ensure safe, stable, and efficient operations while driving sustainable performance improvements across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale.Full responsibility for general task management in assembly, including daily management routines, tier meetings, shop floor control, and escalation disciplineLead, coach, and develop supervisors and team leaders in Toyota Production System (TPS) fundamentals (standard work, 5S, visual management, Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA), problem solving)Ensure stable production flow by managing manpower, skills, materials, equipment availability, and takt adherenceDrive continuous improvement activities using TPS / Huf Production System (HPS) tools (A3, Kaizen, problem solving based on root cause)Own assembly Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Productivity and ensure transparency through visual managementCollaborate cross-functionally with Plastics, Paint, Quality, Supply Chain Management (SCM), Maintenance, Engineering, and Human Resources (HR) to resolve operational issuesEnsure compliance with safety, quality, and company standardsActively contribute to plant targets and strategic initiativesYour SkillsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related fieldStrong, hands-on experience with Toyota Production System (TPS) or equivalent Lean production systems is requiredProven experience in managing shopfloor operations with a strong focus on daily management and standard workSeveral years of leadership experience in assembly or manufacturing environments, preferably automotiveStrong coaching and leadership skills with a shopfloor-oriented mindsetStructured, data-driven problem-solving skills (PDCA, A3, 6M)Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced production environmentExcellent communication skills and ability to lead changeWhat we offerCompetitive pay with performance bonus potentialFull comprehensive health insurance, dental, vision, flexible spending accountDisability insurance401(k) with company matchPaid Time OffA key leadership role with high impact on plant performance and cultureOpportunities for professional development within an international organizationHuf celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an equal opportunity employer.Huf North America Automotive Parts Manufacturing, Corp.