Coupler Hub Director (a) 100%
Apply locations: Schaffhausen, Switzerland
Time type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago
Job requisition id: R0090838
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.
Product Line Overview
The product line couplers represents a global project driven product organization with related entities and teams in Europe, APAC, India and US. It conducts a business to develop and supply railway equipment and products for all kinds of trains (e.g. Mainline, Metro, Light Rail (LRV), Special Vehicles, Automated People Mover (APM), etc.) and locomotives.
How will you make a difference?
As the Coupler Hub Director, you will ensure to reach excellence in Couplers Platform in Faiveley Transport Czech and to deliver products and services at the right quality, lead time, and cost. You will build a real team spirit focused on customers, accountability, and mutual trust.
What do we want to know about you?
The successful candidate is likely to have a minimum of 7+ years of professional experience in the railway industry (best case) or similar industry profile. The following skills and characteristics are searched for this position:
* Deep knowledge of Car Builder Expectations in the Railway sector
* Experience in a leadership role in industrial and international environment, with a very good business understanding
* Demonstrated deep knowledge and leadership in manufacturing, sourcing, quality and other operations main processes
* Proven skills in successfully leading a multidisciplinary and multicultural global team
* Fluent in English, German and Czech, any other language a plus
* Interpersonal and supervisory skills, such as emotional competency, coaching and providing feedback
* Excellent communication skills (from General Management to Blue Collars)
* Capable of planning and organizing work and processes; ability to self-direct multiple projects and meet deadlines
* Analytical and reasoning ability and good judgment for complex business decisions and strategic planning
* Ability to travel as required, regular stays in Czech are part of the position
What will your typical day look like?
* Organize the new Coupler Hub set up, including preparation and execution
* Define a regular Governance for the Platform Couplers with local functions
* Coordinate all functions present to improve QCD
* Be the point of contact for Couplers on Site in our location in Czech Republic
* Interface site OPS during preparation and execution of Production (from Methods, Sourcing, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing…)
* Be the link in Plzen for the Product Line Coupler stakeholders of the different departments
A strong candidate has been identified, but all interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
Successful applicants will be employed under local employment conditions and must already meet local employment/work permit and residency requirements. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
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.
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