CLM - Production Leader – 2nd shift

Climate Control Group; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Climate Control Group is seeking a Production Leader in Oklahoma City, responsible for directing and managing all fabrication and assembly processes. The role ensures safety and quality production, leads continuous improvement initiatives, and supports staff development.

Qualified candidates should have a degree in Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering or related field and at least three years of relevant experience in plant operations. Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of relevant plant level operations experience.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing at a basic level.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage fabrication and assembly processes.
• Ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Knowledge of production process

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Experience with Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Associate degree in Business Technology or Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Kronos WFR

Job description

The Production Leader is responsible for directing and managing all linked fabrication and assembly processes, communication flow and plant activities related to the assigned production lines. The position is responsible and accountable for safety, quality, productivity, material handling, cost performance, and capital improvements. Failure to achieve results may cause delays in customer commitments and/or scheduling.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manage the activities of the production in assigned area and follow approved procedures and processes
• Ensure the safety of all employees; lead a comprehensive safety program to prevent injuries. Comply with all federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations (EPA, OSHA, etc.)
• Develop subordinates through education, training and teamwork
• Assist in preparation of budgets for assigned area including labor, expense, and capital budgets.
• Meet or exceed plant productivity, cost, or other performance metric expectations
• Hire, train, direct and mentor staff
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, such as 5S, RIE, PPS and lean manufacturing
• Take the lead role in coordinating production scheduling to meet customer demands, to manage overtime, to minimize inventory and to reduce costs for assigned area
• Support quality initiatives to ensure product meets or exceeds customer expectations, while minimizing scrap and rework in the production processes
• Provide coaching, counseling or discipline as needed
• Interacts with support functions (Purchasing, Quality, Customer Support, Engineering) to proactively address issues related to production
• Conducts performance evaluations for team members

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Education: Degree in Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering, Business Management or other related discipline is preferred. Minimum of associate degree in business technology or engineering or a combination of education and experience is required.
• Experience: Minimum of three years of relevant plant level operations experience in a high mix/medium volume environment is required. Prior supervisory experience preferred. Experience serving large, demanding customers and understanding how to meet their needs.
• Skills: First‑hand knowledge of production process and products in area of responsibility. Basic knowledge and contribution to problem solving and business system software (MS Office and Kronos WFR). Ability to create presentations in some Microsoft business system software’s: PowerPoint, Excel, Word
• Other Requirements: Ability to demonstrate communication verbally and in writing at a basic level Knowledge of operational excellence principles, lean manufacturing, continuous improvement and 5S is preferred.