Middle Area Manager

Precision Castparts Corp.; Wickliffe (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. is seeking an Area Manager to lead manufacturing operations for designated departments.

You will drive on-time delivery, quality and cost targets by coordinating with Engineering, Information Systems, Purchasing and the production workforce. The role emphasizes Lean Manufacturing, 6S, TOC and Six Sigma problem solving, with responsibility for safety, performance metrics, budget adherence and talent development across the plant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or related Engineering field; MS or MBA is desirable.
• Prefer 10+ years of experience in manufacturing operations.
• Extensive training in manufacturing processes, supervision, and operations management.
• Experience in Lean, 6S, TOC, Six Sigma and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Safely manufacture a quality product meeting customer specs and delivery commitments.
• Adhere to process control procedures and quality control instructions.
• Develop long- and short-term strategies for continuous improvements.
• Control costs, delivery, WIP, and monitor production through planning.
• Recommend and purchase equipment for expansion and cost reduction.
• Provide input on equipment design for new processes.
• Ensure safety rules are followed by all employees.
• Manage operational metrics including TOC, variable cost, and LU targets.
• Lead supervision team, including hiring, performance evaluations, and development.

Skills

Supervision & management

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Communication skills

Adaptability / multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering or related

MS or MBA desirable

Job description

The Area Manager will be responsible for the management, directing, and coordination of manufacturing operations for designated departments. Must ensure the achievement of production requirements, quality and reliability requirements, and on-time delivery at the lowest cost. These objectives will be achieved in part by delegating authority to Engineering, Information Systems, Purchasing, and motivating the production workforce. Responsible for and delivering results through Lean Manufacturing techniques, 6S, TOC, Six Sigma and problem solving.

Essential Functions

• Responsible to safely manufacture a quality product while meeting customer specifications and delivery commitments
• Ensure adherence to process control procedures, operating instructions, and all quality control instructions
• Formulates long and short-range strategies for continuous improvements for all plant manufacturing functions
• Control quality, delivery, cost of production, work in process levels, and monitors production through planning
• Recommends and purchases new equipment for expansion, efficiency, cost reductions, quality or improvement
• Provide input on the design and installation of equipment for new manufacturing processes
• Ensure Cardinal Rules of Safety are followed at all times by every employee in the department
• Manage operational metrics including TOC, variable cost, and LU targets daily, weekly, and monthly
• Lead supervision team which includes hiring, performance evaluations, and talent development
• Maintains and enhances a team environment and motivates the production workforce
• Establish and execute annual operating budgets for department and meet the budget
• Develops manufacturing plans and maintains production schedules
• Controls cost to manufacture, work-in-process inventory, and thru-put
• Supervises allocation of material, manpower and equipment resources
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Successful experience in related production operations in supervision and management.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, relentlessly execute and deliver results in conformance with action plans.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations and priorities.
• Willing to work flexible hours including off-shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed to meet production demands.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

Desired Skills

• Highly organized, self-motivated individual who can work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Strategic vision for new and future technology to support manufacturing and operational excellence.
• Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma Certification.
• Prefer background and experience with 6S implementation and management.
• Proven ability to work hands-on with the team to achieve objectives.

Experience & Education

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or related Engineering field. MS or MBA degree is desirable.
• Prefer 10+ years of experience in operations in a manufacturing environment.
• Extensive training in manufacturing processes, supervision, and operations management.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Relocation

Relocation is authorized for this position.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.