At Bosch Automotive Aftermarket, we believe in creating a work culture that embodies our core values of grow, enjoy, and inspire. Our Automotive Aftermarket division provides diagnostic and repair shop equipment, spare parts, and repair solutions for passenger cars and commercial vehicles worldwide. Our Automotive Service Solutions operations supply testing and repair-shop technology, diagnostic software, service training, and information services.
As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to grow your skills and knowledge while working with cutting-edge technology. We want you to enjoy what you do and feel inspired to contribute your best to our customers and to the growth of our business. We believe that by cultivating a work environment that encourages personal and professional growth, enjoyment, and inspiration, we can achieve great things together.
Join us at Bosch Automotive Aftermarket and help us shape the future of mobility!
Job Description Organize System CIP workshops with the leadership team and shopfloor associates to derive the improvement projects from key focus topics. Support definition and implementation of System CIP improvement projects using A3 methodology. Plan and coordinate Value Stream Mapping and Value Stream Design considering source, make, and deliver, to identify opportunities for improvement. Increase the BPS maturity level of the leadership team and shopfloor associates by providing specific trainings of the Bosch Production System principles and concepts (DLR, Pull, Frequent material transportation, etc.). Coach associates in the implementation of the BPS system approach, methods, elements, and tools into the value streams (LLD, TPM, Leveling, Kanban). Drive progress of the BPS Maturity Assessment: Understand BPS Maturity Assessment topics and rating system. Lead self-assessments in coordination with the value streams. Coordinate and support completion of cross-assessments. Tracking of KPI metrics and reporting as part of the BPS assessment process. Manage BPS Assessment OPL and support closing of open items. Design, review, and develop local BPS standards, to provide effective solutions to the value stream needs. Conduct regular process confirmations to ensure usage and sustainability of standards. Collaborate closely with and support value stream managers to ensure efficient operation of value streams, seamless project integration, BPS and IE targets are met. Report projects and metrics to site, business unit and divisional leadership. Support the development of the plant-wide BPS Vision and Strategy. Qualifications Deep understanding of and experience using Bosch/Toyota Production System or equivalent lean manufacturing systems and concepts. Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent technical field. Minimum of 3+ years' experience in operations, engineering, or production systems. Demonstrated success in leading and facilitating projects and cross-functional teams. Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to prioritize workload to meet established targets. Knowledge, experience, and coaching of systematic problem solving and analytical techniques (i.e., PDCA, Six Sigma, 5Y, Shainin, etc.). Expert knowledge in the Bosch Production System (BPS) Approach including: VSP, KPI Tree Analysis, System CIP, Point CIP, and Daily Management. Experience and competence in assessing BPS maturity. Application of BPS tools and methods within an extended value stream to drive improvement of key KPI's. Additional Information By choice, we are committed to a diverse workforce - EOE/Protected Veteran/Disabled.
