Production Manager - Heavy Steel Fabrication 1st Shift

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The Production Manager employed at Veritas Steel's Eau Claire location is responsible for safely and efficiently overseeing multiple areas/departments across shifts. They are focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement while being strategically minded. The Production Manager will work through complex processes and is heavily focused on throughput and efficiency. They are a good motivator and team leader who possesses a positive attitude while achieving goals of the highest standards through effective leadership. The Production Manager must be able to effectively manage a wide range of duties and responsibilities while supervising those reporting to them.Principal Duties & Responsibilities:Manages assigned areas/departments within the facility, including all work performed in assigned areaResponsible for maintaining housekeeping, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives Works closely with the Production Scheduler to understand the production requirements and provide active feedback on gaps as they are identified Ensures assigned teams are operating within the designed fabrication plans and assists in improvements to the efficiency of the work Effectively plans work and manages labor to ensure efficient execution Executes schedule with concern for safety, quality, timeliness, impact, and cost Responsible for coaching and the overall performance of assigned area leads and teamActively participates in recruiting, selecting, training, and coaching new department employees

Gives direction, effectively supervises, counsels on performance, aids, and trains when appropriateWhen necessary, initiates disciplinary actionWorks with Human Resources to ensure understanding of company policies and communicates policies to production teams

Works with Human Resources to resolve problems as neededMaintains required documentation on all projects for assigned areas

Communicates with employees regularly and seeks their input on problem solvingActively participates in the safety program; observing and correcting behaviors that are unsafe

Ensures EHS policies and guidelines are met within the departmentCoaches, trains, communicates and monitors employees’ performance on safety programsEducational Requirements:Associate or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field, preferredThorough understanding of lean and six sigma principles and applicationsKnowledge of organizational effectiveness and operations managementFamiliarity with business and financial principlesExcellent communication skills and leadership abilityWell-organized and analyticalOutstanding organizational skills3rd Shift is Thursday - Sunday 5am - 5pm