Job Details


Electrical


Manufacturing Plant GM  Riverside, CA  Posted: 4/10/2025
Job Description

Job ID#:

15072

Discipline:

Electrical

Position Type:

Permanent

Language:

English


Our client  is looking for a dynamic leader with proven experience in manufacturing, production management, and team leadership. The GM will be responsible for all aspects of the facility's operations, including the setup of assembly processes, quality control, safety management, hiring and training of personnel, and ensuring smooth coordination with the mother company. The GM will also be tasked with maintaining a positive and safe workplace culture.

Lead the establishment of the new assembly facility, including setup of production lines, technology transfer, and implementation of manufacturing processes.
1. Coordinate with Korean engineering and technical teams to ensure seamless technology transfer and process setup.
2. Manage procurement of equipment, materials, and tooling required for the facility.
3. Oversee all production activities to ensure on-time delivery and quality of traction and propulsion systems.
4. Develop and implement production schedules, operational procedures, and standards.
5. Optimize production efficiency and ensure that the facility meets its operational targets.
 
Team Leadership and HR Management:
- Hire, train, and develop a team of approximately 15 members, including production staff engineers, and technicians.
- Provide leadership, guidance, and performance management to all facility staff.
- Create and implement policies to prevent unionization while maintaining a positive work environment.
 
Safety and Quality Assurance:
- Develop and enforce safety protocols and standards to maintain a safe working environment.
- Establish quality assurance processes to ensure the highest standards of production quality.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and production efficiency.
 
Safety and Quality Assurance:
- Develop and enforce safety protocols and standards to maintain a safe working environment.
- Establish quality assurance processes to ensure the highest standards of production quality.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and production efficiency.
 
Coordination with Parent Company:
- Serve as the primary liaison with the parent company, Hyundai Rotem USA, ensuring alignment on production goals, technical requirements, and timelines.
- Report regularly on facility performance, production updates, and any operational challenges.

Compliance and Risk Management:
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA and environmental standards.

 
Job Requirements

 

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Management, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in manufacturing or production management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Experience in the railway or automotive industry is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of production processes, quality assurance, and safety management.
- Proven ability to manage and develop a team in a non-unionized environment.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.




 

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