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PROJECT LEAD 

LOCATION: Acuna / Coahuila (MX-COA),  Mexico | BRAND: Bendix | REQUISITION ID: 3357 | JOB GRADE: 15 

 

Want to help shape tomorrow?  At Bendix we’ve been doing it for 90 years…setting the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety.  We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. Innovation is part of our DNA. Achievement drives our culture. Learn more today! www.bendix.com/careers

 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position Summary:

Position is key support function to coordinate and represent Acuna as the interface/Project coordinator regarding new processes, process changes, and local Bendix initiatives.  Project management professional responsible for leading and implementing assigned projects in a matrix organization.

 

Essential Functions:

  • Project Manages Acuna portion if external initiative for Mexico (new lines, upgrades, new processes, etc.)
  • Project Manages Internal Initiatives.
  • Facilitates team assigned to project
  • Performs required Analysis and makes recommendation
  • Sets target dates (start and finish), breaks roadblocks, maintains, and tracks progress
  • Coordinates selection of team with area Manager
  • Contacts and works with outside participants relative to Acuna requirements
  • Reports to Leadership regarding progress and roadblocks
  • Facilitates introduction for new technologies (Additive Manufacturing, IOT, ESD Control, etc.)
  • Support PSA activities and procedures with team members.
  • Performs all those activities that by the nature of the position are required.

 

 

Management & Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Position reports to Central Manager for WPO/EE. May report to plant engineering manager.
  • MEDP’s, Temporal Engineers, co-op’s may report to the projects lead.

 

 Knowledge:

 

Experience:

  • 3-5 years working in the engineering and maintenance field.
  • Relevant Project management or project coordination experience.
  • Relevant Supervision experience and hands-on problem solving.
  • Relevant exposure to adoption of new technologies.

 

Skills:

      Priorities, identifying risks and opportunities, managing resources, milestones, and costs in a

matrix/cross-functional organization.  Must have:

  • Strong organizational, interpersonal and written communication skills
  • Ability to multi-task in a high-paced environment
  • Ability to influence peers and lead cross-functional teams
  • Self-starter, self-learner; possessing high degree of self-motivation and bias for action
  • Hands on individual able to flow from admin to hands on activities.

 

Education/Certifications:

BS Degree in Engineering, Mechatronics preferred.

What does Bendix have to offer you?
- Work-life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off
- Vacation Premium
- Major medical expenses
- Christmas Bonus
- Life insurance
- Educational assistance program
- Wellness program
- Saving Fund
- Pantry Vouchers
- Personal Days Paid
- Permits paid for: Marriage or Death of a direct relative
- Attendance Bonuses
- Cafeteria Subsidy
- Subsidy for prescription glasses
- Medical service in plant
- Recognition Programs
- Gym

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