Certification Department Manager

Honda North America
$134,100.00 - $201,200.00
paid time off, tuition assistance, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), relocation assistance
United States, California, Torrance
1919 Torrance Boulevard (Show on map)
Dec 11, 2024
What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it's a joyful one. We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success. We strive to be a company that serves as a source of "power" that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize "the joy and freedom of mobility" by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a "zero environmental footprint." We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team. If your goals and values align with Honda's, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future! Job Purpose Certification Department Manager oversees all Honda activities related to emissions & fuel economy certification for all product lines by ensuring compliance with all such current government regulation requirements and works with key stakeholders to determine future compliance strategies. Key Accountabilities Resource and project management, coaching, supervision, fostering teamwork. Financial management, responsible for fiscal year operation forecast/budget. Prepare Cost of Sales chargebacks. Oversee the process of obtaining government agency approvals required for on time sales & distribution of Honda products in the US. Oversee the quality and timeliness of all government certification reporting requirements. Direct and face-to-face negotiations with government (state and federal) agencies to mitigate certification/compliance issues and minimize business impact. Cross-divisional coordination to plan and ensure product compliance with new government regulations. Quality management of certification and compliance processes. Create/maintain QS/SOP for as necessary; lead continuous improvement efforts. Oversees PDCAs for recurrence prevention. Represent Honda at trade associations and technical committees to protect Honda's interest (e.g. SAE, Global Automakers, MIC, OPEI, NMMA, EMA). Qualifications, Experience, and Skills Bachelor's degree in engineering Minimum 10 years working in an engineering or technical environment Knowledge of internal combustion engines and emission control systems Excellent written & verbal communication skills. Project management skills. Problem solving/analysis skills. Experience with government regulations. Excellent interpersonal & supervisory skills Knowledge of Honda products and Honda policies What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice? Total Rewards: * Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.) * Regional Bonus (when applicable) * Manager Lease Car Program (No Cost - Car, Maintenance, and Insurance included) * Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx) * Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown * Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability * 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution * Relocation assistance (if eligible) Career Growth: * Advancement Opportunities * Career Mobility * Education Reimbursement for Continued Learning * Training and Development Programs Additional Offerings: * Lifestyle Account * Childcare Reimbursement Account * Elder Care Support * Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment * Wellbeing Program * Community Service and Engagement Programs * Product Programs * Free Drinks Onsite Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.