Production Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

The Manager of Production will be responsible for leading and driving manufacturing assembly operations, with an emphasis on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and lean principles. This position will be responsible for new product and process introductions, as well as team activities including scrap reductions, cycle time improvements, and development of new technologies and solving production problems.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Manage mechanical assembly operations; ensure a safe, efficient, and effective use of resources.
• Coordinate with management and leadership teams in the standardization of processes and driving lean initiatives such as, workflow design, 5S and work instructions.
• Plan, assign, and provide clear direction to staff to achieve daily/weekly/monthly productivity targets. Evaluate causes of manufacturing problems and assist in resolving such problems.
• Plan, schedule, and lead improvement projects aligned towards corporate initiatives.
• Develop and drive cross training objectives.
• Guide, motivate, and discipline staff in accordance with company guidelines. Administer and execute policies and procedures that affect subordinate employees and their performance.
• Proactively ensure the facility is a safe workplace for all employees and visitors.
• Responsible for first article build process and ensuring product samples delivered to customer on schedule.
• Validate manufacturing processes and labor standards during first production run on new assemblies.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required, and/or quantifiable experience in operations.
• 5 years progressive and relevant management and supervision experience in Operations is required.
• 5 years of experience in manufacturing environment required.
• Strong production management and supervisory experience in diverse manufacturing environment.

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

• Strong knowledge in various PC applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, and MRP/ERP.
• Knowledge of manufacturing practices in assembly.
• Strong background in assembly processes and manufacturing flow.
• Understanding of OPEX and related Lean Management principles.
• Ability to analytically make decisions and follow through on implementation.
• Ability to motivate and provide team building skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good interpersonal skills.

COMPETENCIES

• Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manager : Plans, organizes, evaluates, and directs the employees within the department function. Has direct reports.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This position is subject to Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Physical Activities

• This position is subject to the following physical activities: reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and talking.

Visual Acuity

• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly of fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.

Working Conditions

• The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, including heat, noise, vibration, and hazards from a production-based environment.