Head of Production

Head of Production

Position Summary:

The Head of Production will oversee and guide all aspects of the production process, ensuring that daily operations align with production targets and fulfill customer requirements. This role involves managing resources, managing production process, repairing rental fleet, and applying efficient production methods while promoting a safe and efficient work environment. The ideal candidate should demonstrate strong leadership abilities, technical expertise, and a commitment to ongoing improvement and team development. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily production expectations.
• Monitor daily tool service for each section responsible for.
• Assign manpower tasks based on production demand for tools.
• Monitor and maintain parts inventory and controls.
• Monitor tool inventory by work type.
• Collect, monitor and maintain scrapping of serial numbers from tools.
• Some administrative duties (Director discretion).
• Monitor and maintain some supplies, hand tools, & RT Tools (Director discretion).
• Manages production processes, priorities, work assignments and inventory methods to meet production schedules and customer orders.
• Manage daily and weekly receiving as it pertains to rental fleet.
• Work with Quality Control Supervisor and Purchasing Manager on all incoming parts inspection and disposition.
• Plan and allocate monthly, weekly and daily production needs.
• Evaluate and track employee performance.
• Schedule training and cross training of all employees.
• Enforce safety rules and guidelines.
• Ensure accuracy of part & tool inventories.
• Maintain proper budget requirements for labor and parts.
• Execute assigned manufacturing and inventory management functions within ERP system.
• Participates in the "Lean Production" initiatives of the Organization.
• Evaluate and standardize procedures to improve efficiency of subordinates.
• Prepare composite reports from individual reports of subordinates.
• Train employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Organization and cleanliness of facility, work areas and work benches.

Basic Qualifications:

• Flexible and proactive in setting priorities according to workload.
• Ability to effectively interact with personnel at all levels of company.
• Ability to collaborate in a team atmosphere and participate in cross-functional team projects.
• Must be able to handle confidential information with tact and discretion.
• Ability to adapt to fluctuating workloads.
• Strong mechanical skills.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to gather and analyze information in a report format.
• Carry out management responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business, or related field and/or 10 years' experience in manufacturing operations, and at least 5 years of managerial or leadership experience.

Core Competencies:

• Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity.
• Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others' opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members.
• Help champion an inclusive working environment; empower others to bring their full selves to the workplace; celebrate, welcome, and value the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce; recognize that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
• Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in on your feet on production lines frequently.
• Will frequently move around production floor.
• Must be able to operate production related machinery.
• Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

Required Cognitive Skills:

• Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks.
• Must be able to manage stress depending on deadlines and ongoing projects.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Must be able to receive and analyze information.
• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement and initiative.

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
• Wellness Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Holidays & Vacation Days
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Development & Training Programs

This job description is subject to change at any time.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.

Job Location:

Ames Tool Corporation - Suwanee 1327 Northbrook Parkway Suite 400 Suwanee, GA 30024As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: View phone number on click.appcast.io, or by email to: View email address on click.appcast.io with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance, Wellness Benefits, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Paid Holidays & Vacation Days, Professional Growth Opportunities, Development & Training Programs. All benefits subject to eligibility.Should a Candidate be submitted to fill a position by a recruiting or staffing services agency ("Agency"), the Company has no obligation to pay the Agency any fee for submission, offer, placement or any service without a fully executed contract of service covering the engagement.