Associate Manager - Production

Associate Manager - Production

FNA Group is a world class and leading manufacturer of consumer and industrial pressure washers and other outdoor power equipment. FNA's highly acclaimed brands include Simpson, Delco and CRX. Exclusive licenses with recognizable brands such as DeWalt, Stanley Black & Decker and Craftsman further strengthens FNA's market presence and awareness. FNA is a dynamic organization with unprecedented growth due largely to its ability to attract and retain highly talented associates.

We have a challenging and exciting opportunity for an Associate Manager - Production to manage and direct production activities within the pumps, hoses, kitting, pack out, paint, and fabrication departments. These areas are critical to support the assembly area, where as many as 5000 units can be assembled each day on first shift. The ideal candidate will have supervisor/manager experience in a fast-paced, high volume manufacturing environment, and will be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously. In our environment, you will manage 2 Supervisors, 5 Leads, and 60+ production workers.

Schedule is Monday - Thursday, 6am - 4:30pm, with occasional Fridays if needed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Motivate, support and provide guidance to production staff.
• Establish a balance between increased productivity and reduced costs of operations.
• Develop policies and procedures that improve efficiency without compromising safety or quality.
• Ensure proper training for all Leads and associates.
• Ensure all SOPs and GMP are strictly adhered to.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in production or other related fields within a manufacturing environment, including supervisory experience.
• Proven ability to implement process improvement initiatives.
• Ability to effectively communicate, coach and motivate employees.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
• Must be adept at handling pressure in various customer situations and working well under deadlines.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English highly preferred.

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; college degree is preferred.