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Head of Industrialization
Astemo Ltd.. Establish and lead the industrialization function for SHOWA Performance Group .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive experience in industrialization and manufacturing engineering, with a strong focus on APQP, DFM, and DFA methodologies. Proven ability to lead cross-site manufacturing programs and drive product launches within cost and quality targets.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Industrialization Strategy DevelopmentAPQP, PPAP, PFMEA ExpertiseLean Manufacturing ImplementationCross-Site Manufacturing LeadershipSuspension Systems Knowledge
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Hard Skills
Manufacturing EngineeringDesign For ManufacturabilityDesign For AssemblyProcess ValidationCapacity PlanningCycle Time ReductionYield ImprovementTooling Strategy DevelopmentAutomation StrategyProduct Launch Management
Soft Skills
Stakeholder ManagementStrategic ThinkingChange LeadershipResults-Driven AccountabilityInfluence Across Levels
Tools & Technologies
ERP SystemsMES SystemsPLM SystemsIndustry 4.0 Technologies
Industry Keywords
Automotive ManufacturingComplex Mechanical SystemsGlobal Quality StandardsNew Product IntroductionStage-Gate Process
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesAssemblyERP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Establish and lead the industrialization function for SHOWA Performance Group
- Translate innovative suspension designs into robust, scalable manufacturing solutions
- Define and execute a scalable industrialization strategy aligned with divisional goals and corporate manufacturing standards
- Establish processes, KPIs, and governance aligned with enterprise frameworks
- Lead industrialization from design freeze through Start of Production (SOP)
- Ensure compliance with corporate stage-gate and APQP processes
- Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) integration
- Oversee APQP deliverables, including PFMEA, control plans, and validation builds
- Define production strategy across internal plants, greenfield operations, or external suppliers
- Lead plant readiness, line setup, and launch coordination across locations
- Develop manufacturing processes for shocks, struts, and suspension assemblies
- Define tooling, equipment, and automation strategies
- Oversee process validation, capacity planning, and ramp-up execution
- Deliver industrialization within cost and capex targets
- Apply lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
- Drive cycle time reduction, yield improvement, and productivity gains
- Ensure alignment with corporate quality management systems and regulatory standards
- Implement validation, inspection, and testing processes with Quality
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions during product launches
- Bridge R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, and corporate functions
- Report progress, risks, and launch readiness to senior leadership
Requirements
What you’ll need- 12–15+ years of experience in industrialization, manufacturing engineering, or operations within a global organization
- Proven success launching new products or divisions within an established company
- Experience working within structured corporate systems, including APQP, stage-gate, and global quality standards
- Automotive or complex mechanical systems experience strongly preferred
- Suspension expertise highly desirable
- Experience leading cross-site or global manufacturing programs
- Deep knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, and NPI processes
- Strong understanding of machining, welding, assembly, and testing processes
- Experience with ERP, MES, and PLM systems
- Familiarity with automation and Industry 4.0 technologies
- Ability to build new capabilities within an established enterprise structure
- Strong stakeholder management and influence across all levels
- Strategic thinking with disciplined execution
- Proven change leadership and ability to drive adoption of new processes
- Results-driven with accountability for performance, quality, and launch success
Benefits
Comp & perks- Equal opportunity employment consideration
- Inclusive work environment celebrating diversity, inclusion, and collaboration
- Reasonable accommodation available for applicants with disabilities