Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.
As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.
Role Summary
As a Senior Program Manager in Continuous Improvement, you will be partnering with cross-functional teams to implement, sustain, and improve service process. Analyzing the root-cause of problems and use first principle to resolve with statistical and analytical methodologies. Developing service processes and standard procedures to achieve operational excellence across multiple domains. Working with cross-functional teams and key program stakeholders to drive continuous improvement as a common goal.
Responsibilities
Develop Continuous Improvement initiatives to enhance Service program, process, and procedure
Work closely with Service Field Operations team to launch new service centers with Continuous Improvement focus to achieve operational targets
Utilize data analytic or BI tools to monitor service operations performance with the ability to conduct root-cause analysis in conjunction with service business insights
Identify, quantify, and execute service process improvement plans to drive quality, efficiency, productivity, safety, utilization, and cost reduction
Develop thorough documentation of business rules, workflows, processes, best practice, and program guidelines to standardize service operations
Create closed loop feedback processes that enables team members to be effective and efficient through implementing business tools and processes
Develop and execute continuous improvement strategies to constantly review service processes to achieve operational excellence
Drive projects across stakeholders and proactively seek feedback, recommendations, and consensus.
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in automotive, OEM or Tier 1 Supplier with technical field experience emphasis in service operations, quality management or parts operations
3+ years of project or program management experience. PMP certification is a plus
Bachelor of Science Degree in operations management or related engineering discipline, such as industrial engineering / quality management
Knowledgeable in JIRA, Confluence, MS Office, and MS Project. Process simulation experience is a plus
Proficient in data analytics with the use of programming languages such as Python, SQL, etc. Data analysis experience in BI tools such as Tableau, PowerBI, etc. for data visualization
Experience with industry standard problem-solving methodologies and quality engineering theories such as LEAN and Six Sigma principles (Certifications in Lean and Six-Sigma preferred)
Holistic understanding of service center operations, collision repair operations, tooling, parts operation, service engineering, government regulatory compliance and service system development
Experience in automotive or technology section working with cross-functional team in managing programs and process development projects
Strong business requirement documentation and workflow development skill sets to transform complex processes into reporting and documentations
Strong team player, excellent interpersonal communication skills, and detail oriented
Experience in startup environment or technology sector is a plus
Ability to travel up to 30%, including visits to service center locations
Salary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants: 121 - 139k (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).
Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.
Equal Opportunity
Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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