Production Manager

Ability to make effective decisions, seek to find solutions to problems, work independently and investigate inquiries and respond in a timely manner. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to supervisors and other employees of the organization.

Job Title:       Production Manager
Reports to:    Plant Manager
Job Purpose and Summary:
Production Manager plans, schedules, and manages one or more manufacturing production processes. Assists with planning and directing an efficient layout of equipment and flow of materials. The Production Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs.
 
Duties and Responsibilities:
 

• Drive operational excellence through world class manufacturing processes.
• Oversee the production process
• Ensure that production is cost effective
• Monitor the production process and adjust schedules as needed
• Ensure production meets standards with the highest level of quality
• Inspect and review the maintenance of the equipment
• Implement company policies and goals
• Ensure that health and safety guidelines are followed
• Supervise and motivate a team of workers
• Implement and drive continuous improvement activities
• Review workers performance
• Identify training needs
• Meet required deadlines
• Ensure all required reporting needs are met efficiently and accurately
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Good Attitude, Attendance, and Performance are required

 
Qualifications:
 

• 5+ years of related manufacturing experience
• Degree preferred but equivalent relevant experience will be considered 
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to supervisors and other employees of the organization.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Strong leadership abilities
• Excellent computer skills. Must have Microsoft Office skills including Access, Excel, Word, and Power Point
• Ability to make effective decisions, seek to find solutions to problems, work independently and investigate inquiries and respond in a timely manner
• Attention to detail with ability to act & think analytically to meet job requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
•  Minimum of 3 years Lean Manufacturing experience
• Experience with various Ethnic and Cultural Environments a plus
• Innovative problem solving
• Overtime and/or weekend hours required to meet customer demands