BorgWarner
Operations Group Leader (Industrial Solutions)
BorgWarner, Hendersonville, North Carolina, us, 28793
Position
Operations Group Leader (Industrial Solutions)
Location
Arden, NC
This position will be based at the BorgWarner Arden facility in Western North Carolina and will transition to a new facility with a specific location to be finalized.
About us
BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work, and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.
Our Culture
We believe the health and safety of our employees are a top priority. We care about our local communities and the global environment. BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration.
Career Opportunities
We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies, and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities. Start your future with BorgWarner now!
Pay & Benefits
All positions start at an above market pay rate for that position. Benefits are also above market and include the below for all full time employees:
Day 1 Medical Coverage with potential of no monthly premium
On site Health Clinic for employees and dependents (age 14 and over) at no cost
Dental , Vision , Life, AD&D, and Disability Coverage
Tuition Reimbursement Program after 18 months
Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with a matching program
Company paid holidays and vacation starting Day 1
Job Purpose
BorgWarner is currently seeking an Operations Group Leader with cross-functional experience to take on a multifaceted leadership role. This individual will be responsible for leading a small team focused on building early prototypes and initial production units. They will work closely with engineering teams to recommend improvements that enhance production readiness. As the product moves toward full-scale manufacturing, this role will oversee the transition, ensuring that builds meet safety, quality, and performance standards. Following the launch, they will be tasked with building, developing, and managing the production team to support ongoing operations.
This position will be based at the BorgWarner Arden facility in Western North Carolina and will transition to a new facility with a specific location to be finalized.
Key Responsibilities
Work with Manufacturing engineering to build a small operations team to accomplish prototype builds and pull ahead production builds. Leverage learnings from prototype builds and support the production launch of new business. Develop and manage departmental staffing. Identify and drive improvements around constraints in manufacturing (people, process, equipment). Drive team leader and team member development. Build, lead, and develop teams. Apply lean manufacturing, machine design, and assembly process knowledge. Manage KPIs such as OEE, scrap, quality incidents. Execute continuous improvement initiatives aligned with business needs. Ensure a safe work environment. Investigate and root cause analysis for all safety related incidents within the department. Execute disciplinary actions, corrective actions, and terminations. Oversee all departmental activities in accordance with company policies and procedures and applicable laws. Build employee engagement through thoughtful incorporation of employee ideas. Coach and direct employees at various levels, providing development and performance feedback. Communicate effectively at all levels. Support all shifts for manufacturing during the week and weekend if necessary. Maintain timelines, efficiency, and cost control. Develop working relationships with manufacturing, quality, human resources, IT, accounting, materials, and equipment suppliers to facilitate process improvements. Lead and motivate employees per the BorgWarner philosophy. Understand all requirements of each job reporting to this position. Ensure each person is performing all job requirements. Provide adequate training and development as necessary. Perform other duties as needed. What we are looking for
Strong technical skills and knowledge of lean manufacturing processes/procedures. Familiarity with proven safety programs or quality programs (i.e., Kaizen). Thorough knowledge of Statistical Process Control and Lean principles. Automotive or Industrial experience preferred. Ability to use SAP preferred. Ability to create and organize large amounts of production data to determine and action trends to drive KPI improvements. High aptitude for problem solving. Knowledge of advanced aspects of products/processes that are managed. Experienced and capable in building, leading, and motivating teams. Understands human resource management and development skills. Thorough knowledge of project management techniques and tools (GANTT & PERT). Four‑year degree preferred. Attendance on the job is essential. Must be able to work in a team environment. Must be able to follow instructions, safety rules, and regulations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required. Professional verbal and written communication skills essential. What we believe
Inclusion:
Respecting Individuals Integrity:
Honoring truth Excellence:
Focusing on results Responsibility:
Our commitment Collaboration:
Building trust Safety
This position will adhere to the BorgWarner Environmental Health and Safety Program by following all safety rules, procedures, practices, training, and safe use of equipment; this includes use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. This individual will work in a way that stresses the importance of preventing injury, accidents, or illnesses to themselves or co-workers by correcting or reporting unsafe situations, incidents, or occurrences to their Team Lead immediately. Equal Employment Opportunity
BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Career Scam Disclaimer
BorgWarner makes no representations or guarantees regarding employment opportunities listed on any third‑party website. To protect against career scams, job applicants should take the necessary precautions when interviewing for and accepting employment positions allegedly offered by BorgWarner. Applicants should never provide their national ID numbers, birth dates, credit card numbers, bank account information, or other private information when communicating with prospective employers or responding to employment opportunities online. Job applicants are invited to contact BorgWarner through BorgWarner’s website to verify the authenticity of any employment opportunities. Salary Range: $90,800 - $124,850 Internal Use Only: Salary Join the company that is creating solutions that support a cleaner, more energy‑efficient world.
Carefully read the BorgWarner Privacy Policy before using this website. Your ability to access and use this website and apply for a job at BorgWarner are conditioned on your acceptance and compliance with these terms. Please access the linked document by clicking here select the geographical area where you are applying for employment, and review. Before submitting your application you will be asked to confirm your agreement with the terms. Career Scam Disclaimer: BorgWarner makes no representations or guarantees regarding employment opportunities listed on any third‑party website. To protect against career scams, job applicants should take the necessary precautions when interviewing for and accepting employment positions allegedly offered by BorgWarner. Applicants should never provide their national ID numbers, birth dates, credit card numbers, bank account information or other private information when communicating with prospective employers or responding to employment opportunities online. Job applicants are invited to contact BorgWarner through BorgWarner’s website to verify the authenticity of any employment opportunities.
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Work with Manufacturing engineering to build a small operations team to accomplish prototype builds and pull ahead production builds. Leverage learnings from prototype builds and support the production launch of new business. Develop and manage departmental staffing. Identify and drive improvements around constraints in manufacturing (people, process, equipment). Drive team leader and team member development. Build, lead, and develop teams. Apply lean manufacturing, machine design, and assembly process knowledge. Manage KPIs such as OEE, scrap, quality incidents. Execute continuous improvement initiatives aligned with business needs. Ensure a safe work environment. Investigate and root cause analysis for all safety related incidents within the department. Execute disciplinary actions, corrective actions, and terminations. Oversee all departmental activities in accordance with company policies and procedures and applicable laws. Build employee engagement through thoughtful incorporation of employee ideas. Coach and direct employees at various levels, providing development and performance feedback. Communicate effectively at all levels. Support all shifts for manufacturing during the week and weekend if necessary. Maintain timelines, efficiency, and cost control. Develop working relationships with manufacturing, quality, human resources, IT, accounting, materials, and equipment suppliers to facilitate process improvements. Lead and motivate employees per the BorgWarner philosophy. Understand all requirements of each job reporting to this position. Ensure each person is performing all job requirements. Provide adequate training and development as necessary. Perform other duties as needed. What we are looking for
Strong technical skills and knowledge of lean manufacturing processes/procedures. Familiarity with proven safety programs or quality programs (i.e., Kaizen). Thorough knowledge of Statistical Process Control and Lean principles. Automotive or Industrial experience preferred. Ability to use SAP preferred. Ability to create and organize large amounts of production data to determine and action trends to drive KPI improvements. High aptitude for problem solving. Knowledge of advanced aspects of products/processes that are managed. Experienced and capable in building, leading, and motivating teams. Understands human resource management and development skills. Thorough knowledge of project management techniques and tools (GANTT & PERT). Four‑year degree preferred. Attendance on the job is essential. Must be able to work in a team environment. Must be able to follow instructions, safety rules, and regulations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required. Professional verbal and written communication skills essential. What we believe
Inclusion:
Respecting Individuals Integrity:
Honoring truth Excellence:
Focusing on results Responsibility:
Our commitment Collaboration:
Building trust Safety
This position will adhere to the BorgWarner Environmental Health and Safety Program by following all safety rules, procedures, practices, training, and safe use of equipment; this includes use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. This individual will work in a way that stresses the importance of preventing injury, accidents, or illnesses to themselves or co-workers by correcting or reporting unsafe situations, incidents, or occurrences to their Team Lead immediately. Equal Employment Opportunity
BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Career Scam Disclaimer
BorgWarner makes no representations or guarantees regarding employment opportunities listed on any third‑party website. To protect against career scams, job applicants should take the necessary precautions when interviewing for and accepting employment positions allegedly offered by BorgWarner. Applicants should never provide their national ID numbers, birth dates, credit card numbers, bank account information, or other private information when communicating with prospective employers or responding to employment opportunities online. Job applicants are invited to contact BorgWarner through BorgWarner’s website to verify the authenticity of any employment opportunities. Salary Range: $90,800 - $124,850 Internal Use Only: Salary Join the company that is creating solutions that support a cleaner, more energy‑efficient world.
Carefully read the BorgWarner Privacy Policy before using this website. Your ability to access and use this website and apply for a job at BorgWarner are conditioned on your acceptance and compliance with these terms. Please access the linked document by clicking here select the geographical area where you are applying for employment, and review. Before submitting your application you will be asked to confirm your agreement with the terms. Career Scam Disclaimer: BorgWarner makes no representations or guarantees regarding employment opportunities listed on any third‑party website. To protect against career scams, job applicants should take the necessary precautions when interviewing for and accepting employment positions allegedly offered by BorgWarner. Applicants should never provide their national ID numbers, birth dates, credit card numbers, bank account information or other private information when communicating with prospective employers or responding to employment opportunities online. Job applicants are invited to contact BorgWarner through BorgWarner’s website to verify the authenticity of any employment opportunities.
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