Repair Capacity and Capability Project leader - TGTS
Yokohama, JAPAN
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Job Description Summary
The TGTS Repair Capacity and Capability Project Leader is responsible for leading projects that enhance repair capability, capacity & SQDC performance to meet growing business demands. This role drives strategic capital planning, cross functional collaboration & continuous improvement initiatives to support long-term operational excellence.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
· Lead repair capacity analysis and project planning to meet business capability and capacity objectives, including capex, SQDC kaizen, read across.
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of resources, investment strategies, and long-term planning.
· Develop & manage detailed project plans, including scope, schedule, milestones & budgets while coordinating activities across Shop operations, AMRT & Sourcing.
· Lead capex project planning & execution to Include responsibility for on-time-execution, budget, and progress updates to leadership. Identify & mitigate project risks and resolve/escalate issues promptly to maintain project on-time-execution.
· Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements throughout project execution & lead and evaluate MOC process for project
· Oversee equipment installation, start-up, and qualification according to GEV standards, develop TPM standards & maintain thorough documentation of all installation activities & changes for future reference.
· Collaborate with Engineering, global sourcing, and global capex team for capex equipment requisition to include equipment specification and selection, Sourcegate+ sourcing process, PO placement, and equipment runoff, acceptance, & delivery
· Support repair facility expansion & site preparation as needed.
· Support shop component repair qualifications in collaboration with shop PQE/ME.
· Participate in Kaizen / AWO events and global component teams activities to drive continuous improvement, lead Kaizen teams as needed.
· Conduct in-depth analyses of equipment issues and implement technical solutions for improvements and apply pro-active controls to ensure operational stability and enable growth.
· Partner with Lean and Quality team utilizing lean tools and BiQ to identify areas of improvements for better outcome
· Provide regular project reporting to leadership, including status updates, budget tracking, schedule performance & risk assessments.
Qualifications/ Requirements:
· Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field
· Proven experience in repair operations, capacity planning, and CAPEX management within a manufacturing or service environment.
Desired Characteristics:
· Effective written and interpersonal communication skills in both English and Japanese.
· Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
· Knowledge of GT repair methods, procedures & planning.
· Strong analytical, project management, and financial acumen.
· Proficiency in relevant software tools (e.g., ERP, project management, financial analysis).
· Knowledge of industrial products, including an understanding of machine tools, robots, welding equipment, and material handling systems.
· Being able to commute to the factory located in Yokohama City in Japan.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No