Production Manager

JOB SUMMARY and KEY OBJECTIVES
Coordinate and direct production activity through the manufacturing processes while meeting company production, quality, safety and profitability goals.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES and TASKS
• Coordinate production activities for hourly employees and related salaried staff insuring all manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost effective manner.
• Maintain a culture of safety awareness and safe working practices
• Maintain Production Schedules and Quality Standards
• Ensure effective utilization of MRP system throughout process
• Recognize and solve problems affecting production, quality, safety and productivity.
• Apply the tools of Lean Manufacturing
• Minimize attrition through effective hiring and coaching practices.
• Foster a culture of empowerment so that all levels of employees are engaged in continuous improvement activities.
• Help implement and maintain preventative maintenance programs. Make recommendations for facilities and equipment when necessary.
• Incorporate shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnel.
• Provide direction, development and leadership to production employees through performance management tools

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION and EDUCATION
• Minimum 5 years in manufacturing methods, process improvement programs and procedures
• Minimum 3 years in supervisors/management position
• Training in Lean Manufacturing
• Exceptional communication and proven leadership skills
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, ETC:
• Competent in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook
PHYSICAL EFFORT
• Ability to sit, stand, walk intermittently for 8 hours.
• Ability to work on a PC as required.
August