Manager, Industrial Engineering Manufacturing (HPS Manager)

A Career at HARMAN Lifestyle

We’re a global, multidisciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle, you connect consumers with the power of superior sound.

• Contribute your talents to high-end, esteemed brands like JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel
• Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development
• Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience

About the Role

The HPS Manager will support the main HPS processes. He/she will help develop and implement a culture of Continuous Improvement across all the areas and departments. He/she will help create standards that will be used as the guidelines for the operations in the plants according to the HPS Model.

What You Will Do

• Lead the deployment and continuous improvement of the HARMAN Production System (HPS) across the manufacturing operation to drive sustainable gains in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity.
• Identify, prioritize, and execute operational improvement initiatives that eliminate waste, increase efficiency, and enhance overall manufacturing performance.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing principles, including 5S, Kaizen events, standardized work, visual management, and problem-solving methodologies to build a culture of continuous improvement.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Finance to deliver measurable business results through cross-functional improvement projects.
• Analyze manufacturing processes, labor utilization, capacity constraints, and workflow efficiency to identify opportunities for optimization and cost reduction.
• Develop, implement, and maintain industrial engineering standards, including time studies, line balancing, capacity planning, labor standards, and process documentation.
• Establish and track key operational performance metrics, ensuring effective reporting, accountability, and achievement of improvement targets.
• Lead training and certification programs to strengthen employee capability in Lean tools, operational excellence methodologies, and HPS standards.
• Drive the identification, validation, and realization of productivity, cost savings, and operational excellence benefits across the plant.
• Support compliance with ISO standards, environmental, health, safety, and quality requirements while ensuring continuous adherence to operational best practices.
• Coach and mentor cross-functional teams, building a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What You Need to Be Successful

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, industrial engineering, Lean, or operational excellence environments.
• Proven knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, including 5S, Kaizen, standardized work, visual management, and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives that improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills with the ability to influence change and drive sustainable business results.

Bonus Points if You Have

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience managing multi-site manufacturing improvement initiatives
• Track record of delivering significant productivity and cost-saving projects
• Experience coaching and developing Lean practitioners and future leaders
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to submit to a background screen and a drug test.
• A male or female associate could execute this role.

What We Offer

• ‌A hybrid work environment that balances flexibility with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite three days a week.
• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
• Competitive wellness benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.

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