Head of Technical Planning (Automotive)

TL;DR

Head of Technical Planning (Automotive): Leading technical planning and industrial engineering for automotive manufacturing operations with an accent on process optimization, equipment implementation, and new program industrialization. Focus on improving productivity, OEE, quality, material flow, and cost performance while developing technical teams and implementing manufacturing standards.

Location: Onsite in Duncan, South Carolina, United States

Company

hirify.global is a global automotive manufacturer specializing in wire harness systems and vehicle interiors.

What you will do

• Lead and develop Technical Planning and Industrial Engineering teams, including personnel planning, performance management, training, and development.
• Oversee the planning, procurement, launch, and implementation of production equipment and manufacturing processes.
• Support new product launches and the efficient industrialization of new automotive programs.
• Drive continuous improvement in productivity, OEE, quality, scrap reduction, and cost optimization.
• Support manufacturing plants with line balancing, material flow, layout design, and process optimization.
• Manage engineering change requests and production documentation while collaborating with global and cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing, industrial engineering, or technical planning within the automotive industry.
• At least 2 years of experience leading engineering or technical teams.
• Strong knowledge of industrial engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with new product launches, capital equipment, and project management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to influence strategic manufacturing initiatives across North American operations.
• Global collaboration with cross-functional and international teams.
• Focus on developing high-performing technical teams and operational excellence.
• Full-time position with an unlimited contract.