Production System Engineer

About the Team

We are Division Commercial Vehicle Solutions, we are currently expanding our production team across China and looking for new colleagues who will join our team in Shanghai.

What you can look forward to as a Production System Engineer:

• Act as ZF Production System / Lean expert and foster knowledge transfer/best practice sharing to all functions in the Plant
• Support ZF PS Lead in Plant in implementation of ZF Production System strategy.
• Support ZF PS Lead in plant in his qualification and complex/Advanced Method ZF PS workshops/projects for transformation towards Operational Excellence.
• Foster continuous know-how transfer and build-up of Lean expertise, lead the systematic observation through the entire Plant organization promoting the problem-solving methods to achieve the Plant targets
• Support monitoring lean implementation progress in Plant and validate effectiveness of needed actions​
• Evaluate implementation status at plant level with ZF PS Lead in plant and suggests required key activities
• Conduct and guides in the Plant team in Workshops, Projects and Lean Evaluation aspects to Lean philosophy​
• Promote developing standards in expert teams for ZF PS method box (incl. method ownership), its sustainable roll out/ adherence and qualifies ZF PS Resources/ cross-functions within the Plant for independent method application and drives advanced ZF PS workshops/projects in Plant​

Your Profile as a Production System Engineer:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Industrial Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge & experience in Lean Manufacturing concepts and methods
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes
• Advanced capabilities in problem-solving, data analysis, presentation, project management, and team building
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification is preferred
• Strong hands-on ability, and good cross-functional collaboration skills in the matrix with team spirit
• Very good oral and written communication skills and fluent in English

Why you should choose ZF in China?

• Individual Growth: At ZF, you accelerate your career by working together across borders and cultures. Take advantage of global development opportunities, support and a flexible working environment
• Experience Variety: Join ZF to shape future mobility and sustainable systems. Drive smart solutions and contribute to safer, cleaner, affordable mobility for all
• Find Inspiration: Develop yourself in a team-oriented and supportive environment at ZF. Take on international challenges, be inspired by your colleagues and shape the future with us