Are you a seasoned hands-on production leader? Do you have a passion for mentorship and experience in a LEAN environment? Wonderful. Doherty Career Solutions is currently partnering with a local premier manufacturing company in the Maple Lake, MN area as they search for a Manufacturing Manager to join the thriving team. As the Manufacturing Manager you will manage, direct, and coordinate activities of the Company’s Production department and it’s corresponding functions, utilizing knowledge of product technology, production methods and procedures to ensure production goals are met. This position offers a competitive salary of $100,000-120,000 plus great benefits, a solid bonus plan and opportunity to grow.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Set Production goals based on Company’s expectations
• Plan and direct production activities and establish production priorities in keeping with effective operations and cost factors to meet company expectations
• Coordinate production activities to obtain optimum production
• Responsible for hiring, training, coaching and development of assigned employees
• Monitors and evaluates employee performance, initiates personnel action
• Analyzes and resolves work problems
• Establishes effective communication, cooperation, and information flow with Production departments in the other plants
• Review and analyze reports to determine root cause of problems that hinder plant efficiencies & ensure production quality issues are resolved
• Develops departmental budget ensure departmental spending is within budgeted levels
• Develops and implements operating methods and procedures designed to maintain a safe working environment, eliminate production bottlenecks, and improve product quality
• Consults with support groups relative to improving workplace safety, production efficiencies and quality of product
• Consults with the Bargaining Unit and Human Resources to resolve or effect settlement of labor issues and/or grievances
• Specify, develop, and manage the implementation of capital projects that support the manufacturing process
• Lead the quality improvement process in production through employee accountability and self-inspection

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Post-secondary education; or five-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education & experience
• Previous experience in a manufacturing/operations leadership role
• Lean Manufacturing experience
• Superior interpersonal, problem solving and communications skills
• Demonstrated ability to mentor others, and ability to work well under pressure
• Goal orientated, ability to multi-task, and excellent time management skills
• Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality
• Adequate computer knowledge and skills
• Humility is huge!

Interested in learning more? To be considered please send resumes to achaires@doherty.com or call 952-715-5043 with any questions. Start your career today and join a growth orientated employer!