Manufacturing Manager

PD Instore; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

8 Paid Holidays

Flexible Work Arrangements

Training and Professional Development

Job summary

PD Instore is a future-forward creator of brand solutions that enlightens, inspires, and transforms the consumer’s experience. The Manufacturing Manager will coordinate workflow, drive safety and quality, and lead teams to meet production goals in a fast-paced environment.

You will optimize labor and equipment planning, while partnering with the Director of Manufacturing to align priorities and drive continuous improvement across the facility.

Qualifications

• 2-year technical/business degree or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of leadership experience, preferably across multiple disciplines in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of manufacturing information systems (forecasting, MRP, SPC, labor, costing, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate workflow and execute company goals to meet deadlines efficiently.
• Assess production processes to maintain speed and quality and meet client expectations.
• Ensure safety requirements, documentation and compliance across departments.
• Plan equipment and labor usage for cost-effective workflow.
• Approve timecards, PTO, and performance reviews.
• Develop and implement plans to address current and future issues.
• Collaborate with the Director of Manufacturing to align priorities and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Decision making

Time management

Education

2-year technical/business degree or equivalent

Job description

MISSIONPD Instore is a future-forward creator of brand solutions that enlightens, inspires, and transforms the consumer’s experience.ABOUT PDFounded in 1938, PD is a world-renowned design-to-build partner that crafts custom, future-forward brand solutions for some of the largest brands in retail.SummaryThe Manufacturing Manager is responsible for coordinating workflow and executing company goals and objectives to meet deadlines in the most effective and efficient manner. The Manager is responsible for the continual assessment of production processes to ensure the team is operating at the highest level of speed and quality to meet client expectations. This position continually challenges processes and leads teams in support of continuous improvement.Essential Duties/ResponsibilitiesEnsures and enforces safety requirements, documentation and compliance across departmentsParticipates in the processes of employee hiring, promotion and corrective actionLeads by example and motivate employees reflecting Company policies and goalsResponsible for planning equipment and labor usage for cost effective workflow throughout buildingAccountable for production numbers, quality auditing, and employee safetyAssures employees are properly trained in procedures and proper use of equipmentActs as a primary point of contact with other building managersDevelops and implements plans to address current and potential future issuesResponsible for the upkeep, accuracy and communication of the building’s work scheduleActs as a change agent for driving out waste throughout the buildingEnsures implementation of cost, yield, and continuous improvement initiativesResponsible for employee timecard approval, PTO approvals and performance reviewsPlans, requests, monitors and expenses needs associated with temporary laborPlans for flexibility across departments as required by the businessPartners closely with the Director of Manufacturing to align operational priorities, workforce planning, production objectives, safety initiatives, and continuous improvement effortsPerforms other duties as assignedFosters a culture that values family, innovation, collaboration and empowermentFollows all safety and workplace policiesCompetencies and SkillsExcellent coaching, facilitating and counseling capabilitiesAbility to lead a cross-functional team and complete projects as laid outAbility to work within tight deadlinesStrong decision-making, problem solving and time management skillsAbility to set priorities, delegate work and coordinate work effortsFluid knowledge and usage of Outlook, Excel and WordAbility to demonstrate and apply PD’s workplace valuesFlexibility to travel between multiple PD locationsDemonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environmentEducation/Certification2-year technical/business degree or equivalent.ExperienceMinimum of 5-10 years of leadership experience, preferably across multiple disciplines in the manufacturing industryKnowledge of experience with manufacturing information systems (forecasting, MRP, SPC, labor, costing, etc.)Physical Requirements and Working ConditionsWalking, sitting, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs. may be required throughout the workdayBenefits and perks we offer to full-time, regular employeesHealth, Dental and Vision Insurance4% 401k Match with 5% Employee ContributionPaid Time OffParental Leave8 Paid HolidaysFlex TimeSTD, LTD and Group Life InsuranceFSA and HSA OptionsVoluntaryLife InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceAccident InsuranceLegal and Identity Theft PlansEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Referral ProgramTuition ReimbursementCareer AdvancementProfessional Development OpportunitiesEmployee RecognitionEnglish as a Second Language EducationOnline Training Opportunities