What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Manager position at NPAworldwide?
As a Production Manager, you will direct and coordinate all manufacturing activities in compliance with required output and quality standards. You will participate in the overall direction of manufacturing processes and related specifications. This is a direct-hire opportunity.
Shift Information
8 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM
Essential Functions
Oversee the training of employees, setting of departmental production and performance goals, organization of work, and maintenance of a productive and motivational climate
Oversee and participate in the development of performance, efficiency, and product quality standards for the plant's chemical circuits
Guide supervisors and technical support personnel regarding the coordination of plant standards with overall company objectives
Manage production campaigns and inventory levels to optimize labor and equipment efficiencies
Submit timely reports, as required, to the appropriate personnel
Oversee the maintenance of proper levels of labor, the general conformance with employee rules, the issue of warnings, and the administration of disciplinary measures when necessary
Ensure, through the supervisors and operators, the safe and environmentally sound operation of all production processes at KOP Operations
Develop and support the strategic business unit strategies for KOP Operations
Liaison between KOP Operations and external organizations (i.e., customer and civic affiliations)
Establish operating budgets and forecasts, reflecting current and future short-run production capabilities
Mentor professional growth and development of employees in the Production Department
Coordinate production scale R&D trials
Serve as a senior member of the plant staff in the development and implementation of plant policies and procedures
Develop, review, and revise circuit SOPs as necessary using the Qualtrax system
Perform other tasks as assigned
