Lear Corporation
Advanced Manufacturing Engineering - IDEA Manager - Execution
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AME IDEA Manager – Execution
Location: Coventry, UK
Company Overview
Lear, a global automotive technology leader in Seating and E-Systems, enables superior in-vehicle experiences for consumers worldwide. Our diverse team of 37,000+ employees across 37 countries drives innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability. As Learning every drive better™, we provide cutting-edge technology for safer, smarter, and more comfortable journeys.
Headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, Lear serves every major automaker globally and ranks 189th on the Fortune 500. Explore more at lear.com or follow us on Twitter @LearCorporation.
Position Overview
The AME IDEA Manager – Execution supports the delivery of regional automation projects across EU & Africa JIT, Trim, and Structures plants, ensuring execution aligns with Lear’s AME Roadmap.
Reporting to: Senior AME Manager
Key Responsibilities:
- Provides expertise (SME) in project execution planning, risk management, budgeting, supplier liaison, and timeline oversight.
- Ensures automation solutions meet Lear standards with minimal operational disruption.
Main Missions
Project Leadership & Execution
- Lead cross-functional teams (plant staff, central functions, supplier reps, program managers) for IDEA (Industrial Development & Innovation Excellence) projects in assigned plants.
- Monitor progress, identify delays, and communicate risks to AME, Plant IE Manager, and Plant Manager.
- Collaborate closely with Leadership teams (Central AME, Operations, Program Management).
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Technical & Process Improvement
- Partner with Lear’s internal integrator (WIP & CoE Equipment team) to refine Lear Bond Technology standards, improvements, and optimisations.
Solution Development & Strategic Planning
- Identify automated solutions suitable for JIT (Just-In-Time) environments.
- Develop robust technical/cost-based business cases for senior management presentations.
Knowledge Sharing & Compliance
- Share lessons learned/best practices across AME teams to transfer knowledge globally.
- Coach regional team members in technical expertise within your domain.
- Ensure compliance with HSE legislation, health/safety policies, and local procedures.
Strategic Oversight & Support
- Participate in feasibility discussions with stakeholders on project strategic alignment, costs, and timelines.
- Provide status reports on AME tasks, IDEA projects, risks, and compliance-related updates to Operations.
- Supervise AME activities & IDEA project execution in assigned plants.
Reporting Structure:
- Primary reporting: Senior AME Manager
- Dotted-line reporting: Responsible Plant Manager / IE Manager
Key Skills & Qualifications
Required Qualifications/Skills
- Program management experience (essential).
- Proven background in Manufacturing Engineering.
- Expertise in at least one area: welding, maintenance, robotics, automation, end-of-line (EOL) systems, or project management.
- Experience in implementing multiple advanced manufacturing projects into operational environments.
- Analytical problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to assess business cases linked to ROI (Return on Investment) critically.
- Technical understanding of ergonomic requirements and solution-proposing skills.
- Full proficiency in Lear’s AME Controls/IT systems.
- Expert-level Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint).
- Willingness to travel (role requirement).
- Commitment to HSE compliance and safe working practices.
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Advantageous Experience
- Experience deploying AME projects across multiple countries/facilities.
- Knowledge of CE certification requirements.
- Active use of AI solutions in professional environments.
- Degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering (or equivalent).
- +5 years’ relevant work experience.
- Fluent English (spoken/written).
Why Join Lear
We foster a diverse, inclusive culture where talent thrives, offering:
- A competitive salary and growth opportunities.
- Access to learning & development programs.
- Volunteer initiatives for community impact.
- Meaningful work that drives real-world change.
Lear is an Equal Opportunity Employer—we value diversity and believe in empowering every voice.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their resumes via Lear’s applicant tracking system.
Note:
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- External recruitment agencies will not be reimbursed—standalone submissions become Lear’s property.
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