Torreon Operations Leader

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who will you be working with?

As a member of Wabtec’s Operations team, the Torreon Operations Leader will be reporting to the Senior Operations Manager and work closely with the Guadalajara team.

How will you make a difference?

The Torreon Operations Leader demonstrates leadership in communicating business goals, programs, and processes for an area or business segment. In this role you will utilize your experience or expertise to solve problems, develop and execute objectives for self and others, and have the ability to effect short-term and some long-term business goals.

What will your typical day look like?

· Responsible for resource planning and execution to meet customer and business metrics

· Direct process / product improvement programs and provide process method excellence throughout the organization.

· Interface with the Customer Service Center 7X24 Hr for flow escalation

· Develop long range forecast for site resource needs

· Develop and execute short and long-range resource plans based on resource forecasts and account business commitments including recruitment, skills reviews, and resource development through advance level training

· Ensure compliance with company policies

· Control office and field expenses

· Responsible for meeting all established cost, quality, and delivery commitments

· Ensure assigned employees are aware / comply with all Wabtec, customer and applicable policies, procedures, rules and regulations

· Work tight and together with EHS, Quality, Materials and Lean leading the accomplishments of the business plans.

· Create an atmosphere of trust and people development at all levels of the organization.

· Manage local finance budget.

· Customer main point of contact locally.

What do we want to know about you?

Qualifications / Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college. (Industrial engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Mechatronics Engineer).

· Fluent in English (80%).

· At least 3 additional years of field/operations experience in Industrial Systems Installation and Maintenance.

Desired Characteristics

· Strong customer service mindset.

· Ability to lead in a global environment.

· Knowledge of I&FS industrial information systems.

· Knowledge of industrial products (Drives and Controls, PLC’s/Automation, or Power Delivery).

· Six Sigma training is preferred.

· Strong oral and written communication skills.

· Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

· Experience in LEAN Manufacturing

What about the physical demands of the job?

· Exposure to shop floor requires wearing PPE

· Walking, climbing, stooping, stooping, bending, lifting is all part of the hands-on learning process

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.