Production Manager

With a legacy spanning over 50 years, Resco Products has evolved into a powerhouse with 11 facilities across North America and the UK. This infrastructure enables us to provide swift and efficient service to our valued customers, setting new standards in the refractory industry.

As an industry frontrunner, Resco excels in creating advanced refractory solutions that not only reduce downtime but also amplify productivity, cementing our role as a product leader.

Our unwavering commitment to detail is a cornerstone. Every product undergoes meticulous inspections throughout the manufacturing process, ensuring top-tier quality. Our team of industry experts intimately understands your challenges, enabling us to tailor solutions that perfectly align with your goals.

Bolstered by an innovative engineering department, Resco defies convention. We offer detailed schematics and immersive 3D models that vividly underscore the Resco advantage, moving beyond one-size-fits-all solutions.

Get onboard – Resco Products is your ticket to a limitless future.

Exciting News: Resco Products has recently been acquired by RHI Magnesita, the leading global supplier of high-grade refractory products, systems, and solutions. With around 16,000 employees and a presence in over 70 sales offices worldwide, RHI Magnesita brings unparalleled expertise and resources to our team.

Why Join Us?

• Career Growth: Access to continuous learning opportunities and a supportive network.
• Innovative Environment: Work alongside industry experts at the forefront of technological advancements.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to our mission of providing top-tier quality solutions.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values diverse perspectives and open communication.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits package, and work-life balance.

The role: As a Production Manager, you'll be the driving force behind our plant operations within your designated area. The Production Manager is the primary resource for all plant functions in their area of responsibility. Manages both supervisors and hourly employees; and interacts with support personnel to ensure all established key metrics are achieved. Responsible for ensuring all company policies and procedures are followed, driving continuous improvement initiatives, enforcing safety policies and procedures, and ensuring that quality is maintained to RHI-Magnesita and customer standards.

In this role you will:

• Direct the cost-efficient manufacturing of products to meet quality standards through material preparation, production, finished goods, shipping, maintenance, QA, office support, and delegation to Management Team members and their departments
• Manage effective production scheduling through delegation and review
• Communicate plant performance to upper management.
• Gauge and manage plant performance by reviewing daily QAD reports, including individual cost center’s performance, scrap reports, manpower overtime, raw material consumption, and shipping deliveries
• Participate in plant safety and implementation of safety regulations, OSHA regulations
• Coordinate with site QA, corporate management, and sales regarding customer needs and complaints
• Review and prioritize maintenance and PM needs with Maintenance Manager
• Coach and develop employee performance through training, reviews, and discipline
• Maintain compliance with established policies and procedures
• Assist in implementing LEAN concepts and continuous improvement activities
• Identify and develop continuous improvements in the process, equipment, manpower, and raw materials
• Management of hourly employees and supervisor(s)

We require you to have:

• Ten or more years of experience in manufacturing; at least four years of upper-level supervision
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing equipment and methods, production planning, and standard cost and financial controls
• Effective communicator with direct employees, supporting staff, and upper management.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills; ability to prioritize tasks.
• Strong computer skills, experience with Microsoft Office is a plus.

It’s helpful if you also have:

• Experience with Business Management software (QAD, MRP, SAP)
• Previous experience with refractories and/or ceramics a plus.

Work Requirements:

• Position requires physical ability to sit and stand for long hours.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as requested to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• upper-level supervisory: 4 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• East Canton, OH 44730 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• East Canton, OH 44730: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000