Job Description
Job Description
Description :
JOB PURPOSE or JOB SUMMARY :
The Engineering & Production Manager leads the application design process, establishes & controls design-to-production processes and develops and directs the engineering, production, service & logistics teams. As a member of the Isaacs leadership team, this role supports strategic planning to meet organizational goals. The role oversees delivery of design & production objectives at the lowest cost consistent with company quality standards and customer requirements. They will lead the logistical team members in areas of responsibility including inventory control, shipping, receiving, scheduling, quality, safety, and environmental compliance. The Engineering & Production Manager will act as the primary lead for Isaacs Fluid Power on all matters relating to quality and ISO compliance, as well as matters related to facility management and maintenance. Success and stakeholder satisfaction is achieved by coordinating efforts both internally and externally per Isaacs’ vision & values.
Contributes to a positive working culture, builds strong relationships, and lives out the values of integrity, collaboration, and accountability.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES :
Establish, Grow & Support Engineering & Technical Operations
- Act as the technical design lead, ensuring project success from initial inception to final delivery
- Provide technical design support to the sales team for the purpose of quotation, design approvals and production processing
- Establish & develop best practices and controls for the design process, ensuring ISO compliance
- Assist in the update of designs based on project scope changes
- Verify & validate new designs for production & work with sales team to update designs as required
Lead & Manage Production & Service Operations
Assist with the planning, design & implementation of current & new production & service processes & procedures to achieve Isaacs’ corporate goals and objectives.Plan production & service operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing & service of products.Establish processes & procedures for testing of products to ensure they meet customer / design specifications and quality metrics.Prepare production & service schedules and coordinate manufacturing activities to ensure customer and quality requirements are met.Inspect machines and equipment to ensure required operational performance and optimum utilization.Create proposals, business plans, presentations, and analysis for executive leadership to summarize appropriate information to commission a new project, show status of an existing project, or close a completed project.Manage and adhere to budget approved by leadership team.Requisitions tools, equipment and supplies for production, service, warehouse and building maintenance.Directly coordinate with the leadership other corporate functional groups (i.e., IT, Finance, etc.) to ensure their interests and needs are captured in projects.Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency & optimize productivity.Implements, manages and utilizes Project Management Software and other software & technology in support of production & service operations and quality requirements.Create, maintain & improve data requisition, reporting and data analytics to understand performance to goals and KPI’s of team and associates.Working knowledge of business model, financial goals, and business practices to effectively collaborate with all departments for alignment.Lead & Manage Warehouse / Logistics Operations
Manage team members in the picking, packing & shipment of products according to customer and operational requirements.Supervise the receipt of all shipments inbound and outboundPlan, implement & maintain processes & procedures for the control of inventory at all locations.Establish best practices for associate safety in warehouse operations.Create, maintain & improve processes to address non-conforming products & material, including evaluation & inspection of products inbound & outbound, quarantine procedures and return processing.Supervise the requisition of materials and supplies for logistics operations according to budget.Support Facilities Management
Manage vendor contracts with outside suppliers for maintenance of building & property and act as primary point of contact for contracted vendorsRecommend, obtain bids for, and oversee building & property improvement projectsEnsure compliance with safety & environmental regulations as related to building & propertyLead, Manage and Develop Operational Team Members
In conjunction with management team create department goals and key performance indicatorsMonitor performance of each associate utilizing data captured through established reporting systemsManage, develop and motivate Operations team to ensure success and growthHire, on-board and develop new associates in accordance with business vision and valuesIdentify training gaps and create training programs that are role-specificEncourage growth and career development of assigned associates by coaching, training and developing associates to achieve their personal goalsMaintains discipline, resolves problems amongst team membersCommunicate clearly and effectively, leading team meetings and one-on-one check-in’s with team. Listen carefully to concerns and questions. Encourage feedback, idea generation and problem solving with the Operations teamMonitor the morale of the Operations team to ensure everything is in line with the overall company culture and administer constructive feedback to project stakeholders when appropriate.An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
COMPETENCIES :
Solid leadership orientation with leadership, coaching, mentoring, and staff development skillsRoot cause analysis, problem solving, cost / risk management, and system optimization.Time management, organization, and presentation skillsConflict resolution and personnel management experienceMaintains forklift certificationPHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS :
Ability to set and keep priorities and professionally handle the stress associated with dealing with a fast-paced industry and time frames.Ability to operate both as a member of a team and independently.Ability to speak with employees / clients via phone or in person.Light lifting and carrying of supplies, files, etc.Ability to speak to and hear employees / clients via phone or in personBody motor skills sufficient to enable incumbent to move around an office environmentAdditional Mental Requirements : compare, decide, problem solve, analyze, and interpret.The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Working Hours / Environment
Office hours average 40 per week; may require additional hours including evening and weekends depending on business needs.Standard work hours for the department are Monday through Friday, 8am – 5pm. Remote work arrangements applicable as approved by manager.Work typically performed in an indoor office and shop environment.Tools and Equipment Used
General office equipment including computers, copiers, scanners, projectors.Basic hand tools including but not limited to allen wrenches, adjustable wrenches, box end wrenches, screw drivers, hammers, sockets, and ratchet wrenches.Power and pneumatic tools including but not limited to angle grinders, die grinders, air drills, air chisels, Impact wrenches, torque multipliers, torches, band saw, electric drill, circular saw, cranes and forklift.Various diagnostic equipment, test stands and test fixtures.Cranes and ForkliftsTravel
As required to manage team members at multiple locations and provide support to field salesThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.Requirements :
Associate or bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or similar), and minimum 2 years’ experience in team leadership
