iDEA Project Manager

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Lear’s iDEA Strategy – Innovation, Digitalization

iDEA within Lear Corporation is underpinned through the integration of intelligent digital technologies and analytical systems into manufacturing and industrial processes. Lear Corporation’s iDEA strategy is primarily divided into 2 key operating functions. Firstly, the successful project management and execution of iDEA initiatives into our manufacturing operations. Secondly, the digital analysis and data gleaned from visual management systems ensuring Lear takes informed decisions across its wider business maximizing our operational efficiency whilst upholding the highest quality standards ensuring that Lear’s operational and financial objectives can be achieved. 

Position Scope

As part of the EU iDEA Team, the iDEA Project Manager is tasked with supporting the execution of the iDEA projects within the fields of Robotics, Automation, Maintenance, Digital Twin, Vision Systems and EOL Systems with the aim of operationalizing them into EU & Africa JIT, Trim and Structures Plants, as part of the EU I4.0 strategy. Working as part of the Integration Team, this includes managing and delivering key aspects of each project, reporting out to Project and Plant Management whilst supporting communication with designated suppliers and collaborating with plant teams to develop iDEA business cases.  

SCOPE OF THE POSITION

• Supports the forecast project spend profile ensuring coherence where possible and escalation where risk is identified
• Supports the development of equipment, automation, controls and process standards
• Supports the creation of Industry iDEA playbook aligned to corporate direction, as required.
• Supports creation of all RFQs as required in the system, ensuring conformance to Lear Standards
• Works with plant and central AME teams to validate / prepare business cases for PAR development
• Ensures all Lear EHS standard and local authority regulations are complied with, during all projects
• Ensures user guide training is effectively provided for key stakeholders within the given plant
• Tracks project savings and populates within report creation, as required.

REQUIRED TECHNICAL / PERSONNEL SKILLS

• University Degree ascertained in Mechanical / Industrial Engineering or comparable discipline
• 3-5 years’ work experience in a related field or position
• Fluency in English language both written and verbal.
• Experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role, Continuous Improvement role or a Project Management role.
• Experience in supporting execution of advanced manufacturing project into operational environment
• Strong analytical skills / problem solving skills with accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstrates clear understanding of ergonomic requirements with ability to provide solutions to problems
• Showcases understanding for LEAR IT systems and logistics concept.
• Confidence in presenting to peers and team leaders from plant and central organization
• Intermediate level of Microsoft Office including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel within the role.
• Ensures a safe working environment, follow, support, and maintain working practices, comply with all relevant HSE legislation and local policies and procedures.