Production Manager

BASIC FUNCTION:The Production Manager will procure, coordinate and direct business activities related to fulfillment services and the Community Rehabilitation Program. The Production Manager will communicate and coordinate the completion of production contracts with the Assistant Production Manager, Vocational Training staff and COO. This position provides instruction of contract specifications, i.e. quality control specifications, contract quantity and deadline. This position is responsible for DOL Wage and Hour compliance and the details related to maintaining the 14C certificate. This position provides immediate supervision to the Assistant Production Manager, Warehouse Coordinator and Vocational Training/Production staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for the procurement and maintenance of contract fulfillment and electronic recycling activities in order to provide persons served with work activities.
• Coordinate and perform time studies as needed and as directed so appropriate bidding takes place. Obtain documentation of bid acceptance from customers and ensure that any modifications not included in the original price are specified in writing.
• Maintain regular communication with customers and ensure that all questions, requests and complaints are responded to in a timely manner.
• Ensure all components of a job are on premises before putting a job into production.
• Provide supervision, assistance and training to the Assistant Production Manager, Vocational Training/Production staff in order that the production work is performed to the customers' standards and employees training objectives are met.
• Provide guidance to fulfillment operations agency-wide as needed or requested.
• Ensure time study records and customer information is kept up to date and accurate.
• Ensure jobs are set up as efficiently as possible and ensure work output meets established deadlines and quality standards.
• Oversee inventory control to ensure inventories reconcile with physical counts.
• Together with the COO, ensure all DOL regulations of 14C activities are in compliance (prevailing wage study, time study and wage practices).
• Report all production activities, issues and concerns to COO to assure production requirements are being met and maximize production capabilities with little to no down time.
• Assign structured and purposeful down-time activities to Vocational Trainers/Production to benefit the individuals that Abilities serves.
• Review all contracts annually and increase prices as required federal and state wage laws.
• Attend industry functions, such as the ACCSES Business Development meetings, and any other meetings or seminars as assigned by the Chief Operating Officer or Chief Executive Officer.
• Conduct staff evaluations annually or as otherwise advised.
• Adapt to new ideas and take lead on progressive environment and strategic changes.
• Attend in-service trainings as requested by supervisor and/or administrative staff. The following trainings are mandatory and, therefore, are an employment requirement: Medication, DD Overview, Abuse/Neglect, First Aid, Crisis Training.
• Take lead and comply with agency, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services and CARF policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as directed by management with regard to the production and training activities and individual services of the CRP.
• Will comply with the agency's Ethical Conduct Policy.
• Commitment to adhering to safe and healthy practices by complying with workplace safety and health policies and procedures.
• Ensure staff adheres to policies and procedures as it relates to the Electronic Health Records System and other documentation systems.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

• Maintain communication with business customers, production team, COO and Case Managers.
• Serve as a role model to staff by demonstrating a positive attitude, efficiency and professionalism.
• Positive and professional interpersonal skills and relationships with co-workers, supervisors and subordinate staff
• Collaborative work style and commitment to get the job done
• Excellent organization and planning skills.
• Ability to successfully handle multiple tasks.
• High degree of accuracy and attention detail.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to anticipate a problem and develop strategies in advance.
• Excellent leadership skills including the ability to motivate and influence others.
• Ability to give directions and supervise subordinate staff.
• Good communication skills both verbal and written.
• Ability to meet quality control standards.
• Tolerate prolonged standing, lifting, pushing, and pulling.
• Must be able to adhere to Abilities attendance policy and report regularly to work.

EDUCATION/LICENSE:

• Bachelor's degree in business or other industry related field preferred, with a minimum of 2 years supervisory experience required.
• Must have a valid NJ/PA driver's license and driving record in good standing.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel software

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $47,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Business management: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Washington, NJ 07882: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000 - $47,000