Tyler Union- Assistant General Manager

Tyler Union, a division of McWane, Inc, the nation’s leading manufacturer of Ductile Iron Waterworks Fittings and Appurtenances has an immediate opening for an Assistant General Manager. Tyler Union's main manufacturing facility is located in Anniston, AL.

The Assistant General Manager (AGM) is an executive-level position that will oversee production, maintenance, facilities, and manufacturing engineering operations. Strategically manage plant to achieve operational and organizational objectives. Collaborate with senior management and set short and long-term production, service, and return on investment (ROI) goals. Provide direction, judgment, leadership, and technical expertise to leadership teams to maximize efficiency. Proactively promotes The McWane Way principles, values, and behaviors and lives the Compass Culture.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, life, dental, and vision insurance, disability coverage, vacation, holiday pay, and a 401(k) plan.

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All candidates offered employment must submit to a drug screen, physical, and background check.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow all processes and procedures associated with the Tyler Union Safety Program. Advise management of any deviations from this program.
• Manage the overall production, quality, scheduling, and shipping plan for the site(s) to enhance the achievement of goals and objectives in keeping with effective operations and cost factors.
• Ensure production operations achieve or exceed departmental goals and objectives.
• Evaluate performance against production goals and adjust the allocation of resources as needed to optimize product quality, customer service, and cost-efficiency.
• Establish a continuous improvement culture related to manufacturing processes, setting priorities, capacity, scheduling, metrics, forecasting, and employee involvement.
• Accountable for all Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in Safety, Environmental, Quality, and Productivity areas; ensure compliance with government regulations, including OSHA and EPA standards, along with company safety policies.
• Collaborate with senior leadership in establishing and monitoring budgets.
• Assist/lead in establishing annual cost reduction goals and executing goals for the organization to meet the division/corporate business plan.
• Revise production schedules and priorities to maximize efficiency.
• Ensure production schedules are adhered to, and proper quality standards are maintained.
• Foster positive work relationships.
• Motivate and encourage teamwork among departments to ensure objectives are met.
• Carry out managerial and supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company’s policies, practices, and procedures.

MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Directly supervise production, maintenance, project engineering, quality, shipping, and scheduling teams. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative, but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Education: Master’s degree in business, manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, or related discipline required.
• Experience: Seven (7) years’ experience in a world-class manufacturing environment of which five (5) years in supervisory and/or functional leadership roles.
• Skills:
  • Demonstrated ability to manage/work in a union environment.
  • Experience with ERP systems.
  • Strong background in budget management and financial analysis.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Ability to analyze complex data and develop actionable insights.
  • Impeccable integrity and ethics.

COMPETENCIES:

• Business Acumen: Understands business implications of decisions and aligns work with strategic goals.
• Communication: Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Change Management: Develops and implements creative plans, communicates changes effectively.
• Diversity: Fosters an inclusive workplace.
• Ethics: Works with integrity and upholds organizational values.
• EHS Commitment: Provides a safe, compliant workplace.
• Leadership: Inspires and motivates others.
• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems effectively.
• Managing Others: Leads by example and develops subordinates’ skills.
• Project Management: Plans and coordinates projects, aligns work with strategic goals.
• Quality Management: Maintains a culture of continuous improvement.
• Strategic Thinking: Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals.
• Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body include climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, balancing, walking, standing, stooping, and handling tools and materials.
• The work environment varies from a typical office setting to a plant environment that may be hot, cold, dusty, and noisy. It is a requirement to be in and out of the plant on a regular basis. As necessary, must wear common protective or safety equipment, such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and hard hats. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.