Manager, Foam COE
Core
Develops and updates foam machine technical specifications, TPM standards, and automation solutions to support joint venture (JV) foam plants in achieving >93% machine utilization and product quality stabilization.
Role type
Manager, Foam Center of Excellence (COE)
Builds
Foam production lines and machine automation systems for automotive seating joint ventures
Domain
Automotive seating manufacturing / High-pressure foaming technology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
High-pressure foaming machine expertise, machine automation, program management, multi-project handling, supplier development, training course creation
Preferred skills
Krauss Maffei and Hennecke machine familiarity, hydraulic/electrical/mechanical component knowledge, robot programming, Intouch/Visual Basic/Java
Technologies
Intouch, Visual Basic, Java, Solid, robot systems
Responsibilities
Develops and updates foam machine technical specifications and TPM procedures; provides on-site/remote technical support for troubleshooting; leads supplier development with JVs; establishes Asia foam line machine database; supports new foam line launches; develops training courses on machine design and maintenance.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on IC with strategic oversight
