Production Manager - 2nd Shift

Production Manager Job Description Join us as we look to the future! We are currently accepting applications for an upcoming 2nd Shift Production Manager need at our Sumner location. SEKISUI Aerospace strives to provide an employee-friendly environment in which goal-oriented individuals thrive as they achieve even more demanding challenges. We are committed to Excellence, managing our company with Integrity, Dignity & Respect, Trust, Engagement in all that we do, and Passion to get the job done to the best of our abilities. Schedule: 3pm-1:30am, Monday-Thursday Salary: $110,000-$150,000 Benefits Medical (free employee-only coverage and low-cost options available) Dental, Vision, Prescription Life and AD&D Insurance Company Sponsored 401k with Employer Match Employee Assistance Program Wellness Program Tuition Reimbursement Employee Discounts 8 Paid Holidays plus closed (with pay) for a week during the winter break! 15 days per year accrued Vacation/Sick time. Accrued time is available for immediate use; prorated first year Position The Production Manager provides leadership and direction to ensure efficient and uniform manufacturing operations that will meet customer expectations. Develops policies, processes and systems that ensure a high level of quality, productivity and safety, while ensuring on time delivery of products. Responsibilities Provide direction and coordinate the operations of the manufacturing floor, and have consistent communication with other departments on needs, priorities and issues. Set up production floor space for new programs, and be a key contributor on new product introductions (NPI) from statement of work (SOW) to mass production. Organizes programs to plan, schedule, support, and improve manufacturing efforts and enhances value-add operations while reducing and eliminating non-value-added activities. Maintain a production facility in which cleanliness, quality, and safety are second to none. Lead regular communications with the team pertaining to company and department performance, with the goal of improving throughput and reducing waste. Coach, mentor and develop team to investigate the root cause for scrap and RMA issues; work with teams, including engineering and quality to establish corrective actions and prevent recurrences. Reduce variation in the work environment through the implementation of Lean tools including 5S tools, Kanban, standard work, etc. Develop standard work for departmental processes. Review work instructions through change request process with the goal of standardization. Set benchmarks and standards, and guide the improvement of quality standards of products produced in the shop. Plan, develop, facilitate, and implement continuous improvement and lean manufacturing. Qualifications Applied technical knowledge related to the field of manufacturing. Experience setting up production floor space for new programs and new product introductions. Demonstrated skills and understanding of continuous improvement methods to enhance safety, on-time delivery, cost, and quality of products. Advanced leadership skills. Able to successfully coach, mentor, develop and foster high-performing and engaged teams. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse community of customers, employees at all levels, and leadership using various methods (telephone, written form, email, or in person). Ability to read and interpret manufacturing blueprints, plans, and specifications. Ability to read and write manufacturing reports and correspondence. Capacity to comprehend detailed and complex information and ideas, and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to multi-task, follow-through, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Capacity to work under pressure while maintaining perspective. Excellent practical problem solving skills and ability to deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Strong operational thinking that moves the organization's vision and goals to successful implementation. Education Bachelor Degree or 4-year technical degree in manufacturing field. Equivalent experience may be used in lieu of above requirement. Experience 5 - 10 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified in a lean manufacturing environment. Manufacturing floor experience developing manufacturing technicians and operators. Aerospace experience preferred. Computer Skills Knowledge of MRP system strongly desired. Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office Suite required. Working Conditions While performing the typical duties of this job, employees will experience the conditions noted below. PPE is provided to protect employees against physical harm or hazards in the workplace environment. Usually work indoors. These sites may not be temperature controlled Exposure to loud sounds and distracting noise levels Exposure to hazardous equipment Exposure to contaminants Shared workspaces with other employees Requires handling objects of up to 30 lbs. Lifting, pushing, pulling, and bending Standing and/or walking for 8 to 12 or more hours per day (varies based on role, shift, and overtime) Required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) Required PPE provided by SEKISUI Aerospace based on the employee's position and exposure. Below are typical PPE used on the production floor. Appropriate PPE must be worn by all employees when on the production floor. Ear Plugs - Earmuffs Full Face Shield Gloves (Latex, Rubber, Chemical Resistant, General Duty) Protective Apron Respirator Safety Glasses - Safety Goggles Other Duties This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. About Us For over 30 years SEKISUI Aerospace has been designing, testing, and manufacturing composite products for the aerospace industry. With complete customer satisfaction as our focus and through the relentless efforts of our skilled employees, SEKISUI Aerospace has achieved and continues to maintain an unequaled level of performance. Our consistent delivery of high-quality products demonstrates our intent, integrity, and dedication to our customers and to our reputation as a manufacturer. We will continue to insert intelligent automation into our manufacturing facilities, which will continue to drive the future of flight well into the next century. Learn more about us here: View all our job postings here: Pre-Employment Drug and Background Screenings SEKISUI Aerospace is a Drug-Free workplace. Pre-employment drug screen required. Any applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to a background screening. Equal Opportunity Employer SEKISUI Aerospace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. People with Disabilities SEKISUI Aerospace is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the human resources department at the appropriate SEKISUI Aerospace manufacturing site. Please call if you need accommodation. Renton Operations, Corporate Headquarters: View phone number on click.appcast.io Sumner Operations: View phone number on click.appcast.io E-Verify Statement SEKISUI Aerospace is a federal contractor and is required to participate in the federal government's E-Verify program. E-Verify allows us to confirm the employment authorization of newly hired employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. With respect to new hires, the E-Verify process must be completed in conjunction with a new hire's completion of the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, within three days of starting employment. For information regarding E-Verify, visit the E-Verify site. Pay SEKISUI Aerospace is required by Washington law to include the pay for this role when hiring a Washington resident. Pay may be higher or lower for non-resident WA employees, based on the market data for their region, allowing us to pay employees competitively in different geographic markets. Please note that the pay rate shown above is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Our Values The employees of SEKISUI Aerospace enjoy what we do and are dedicated to our seven corporate values. We promise to hold ourselves to these high standards and seek co-workers who are willing to join us in this task. #J-18808-Ljbffr