A Career at HARMAN
As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

The role will lead the implementation and administering of the HPS-Model for all Hungarian Manufacturing Sites in order to improve the entire manufacturing operation performance, including but not limited to: production, engineering, quality, logistics, materials, AME, new product introduction, HR and other support functions.

What You Will Do

Lead the HPS (Harman Production System) organization and interact directly with senior leaders, both internally and externally.Set the manufacturing site HPS strategic direction and roadmap aligned to global strategy and execute on critical projects.Provide strategic direction and mentoring to local leaders and HPS teams.Establish, apply, and maintain a common HPS-Model across the manufacturing site ecosystem (logistics, materials, AME, new product introduction, HR and other support functions) based on the global standard.Set-up and enforce standardization of HPS related methods, processes, procedures and tools in the manufacturing site (i.e. Standardized Work including the development of Work Balance, STW Chart, Work Combination Table etc.)Plan, initiate and coordinate Kaizen and Productivity/Cost Improvement workshops aligned to manufacturing sites strategy and targets.Collaborate with the manufacturing organization to drive continual improvement in all aspects of manufacturing through advanced methodologies and processes.Plan and execute HPS maturity assessments/audits in the manufacturing site.Collaborate with key stakeholders to implement a digital strategy for the key manufacturing processesAttract, lead, coach, develop and retaining high-performance within HPS team.Deploy and drive a best-in-class operational excellence culture based on HPS understanding, industry experience and insights into future direction.

What You Need

Bachelor degree in technical fieldAt least 5+ years of experience in Lean management, Six Sigma and Industry 4.0 at an automotive companyHigh fluency in English Communication (verbal and written)Proactivity and self-dependencyChange Orientation.Ability to communicate across the organization at all levels, from individual contributors to executive leadership levelStrong technical leadershipSAP knowledgeAbility to develop strategic roadmaps and drive team to maintain the direction.Ability to influence other organizations to support team and be compliant to manufacturing requirements.Strong, hands-on experience in designing and implementing process best practices in fast-paced environment.Knowledge in program budgeting, financial control, and reporting.

What Makes You Eligible

Be willing to travel up to 5-10%, domestic and/OR international travel and if required work in the manufacturing plants for short periods of time.Be willing to work in an office (hybrid) with close collaboration with manufacturing sites across the organization

What we offer:

Be a part of an international team working with the world’s largest automotive manufacturersAttractive salary packageRelocation allowance and benefitHome officeExtensive technical trainingsCareer development opportunitiesEmployee discounts on our HARMAN (JBL®, AKG®, HARMAN Kardon®) products

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.