Lean Materials & Production Manager

Dana Incorporated; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Incorporated in Fort Wayne, IN, a global leader in driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies, seeks a manufacturing leader to oversee production planning, scheduling, and material flow. You will drive Lean initiatives to optimize WIP, coordinate with engineering, maintenance, and procurement to meet forecasts, and manage cost and quality metrics.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of experience, with union environment experience preferred.

Qualifications

• In depth understanding of production scheduling, customer service, engineering & quality functions.
• Experience in a unionized work environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees execution of manufacturing schedules and ensures safety standards.
• Leads Lean initiatives to reduce WIP and improve material flow.
• Coordinates with departments to achieve production goals.
• Plans and measures work within the department and manages budget.
• Develops supplier relationships and manages material replenishment strategies.

Skills

Leadership & team management

Lean manufacturing

Inventory & materials management

Education

Bachelor's degree

4+ years of applicable experience

10+ years of experience

Job description

Dana Incorporated in Fort Wayne, IN, a global leader in driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies, seeks a manufacturing leader to oversee production planning, scheduling, and material flow. You will drive Lean initiatives to optimize WIP, coordinate with engineering, maintenance, and procurement to meet forecasts, and manage cost and quality metrics.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of experience, with union environment experience preferred.