Production Floor Manager

Itape; Lithia Springs (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Itape seeks a Manufacturing Manager for Protective Packaging. You will oversee daily plant operations, lead safety, quality and productivity initiatives, and drive continuous improvement within the protective packaging division.

Preferred candidates hold a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years in a maintenance supervision/management role. Strong communication and the ability to manage multiple projects in a busy environment are essential.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or other technical discipline preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience in a maintenance supervisor or manager role.
• Proficient use of computer based skills including Microsoft Office Suite and web based technologies.
• Demonstrated manufacturing project management and continuous improvement skills (Lean Six Sigma and IPS).
• Excellent verbal and written communication; able to manage heavy workload and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily operations in plants within the protective packaging division.
• Leads safety, quality and productivity initiatives to achieve goals.
• Develops manufacturing plans to improve service, quality and reduce waste.
• Implements IPS performance metrics and pursues certification goals.
• Drives continuous improvement projects and manages resources and budgets.

Skills

Project management

Continuous improvement

Lean Six Sigma

IPS

Communication

Workload management

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Description

Title: Manufacturing Manager – Protective Packaging

Department: Protected Packaging

Immediate Supervisor: Operations Manager

Status: Exempt

Position Purpose: Manage the daily operations in plants within the protective packaging division. Provides leadership and direction to ensure safety, quality and productivity goals are achieved.

Principle Accountabilities

• Serves as principal oversight of on the job duties for plant employees including assigning workloads, overseeing quality, and advocating for the safety and health of employees.
• Identifies, develops, and prioritizes manufacturing plans to achieve service, quality and productivity goals including continuous improvement and waste reduction projects.
• Implements and sustains IPS performance metrics and assists Operations Manager in moving plant activities towards assigned certification goals.
• Develops employee commitment and ownership to drive plant continuous improvement projects while adhering to safety and quality system requirements.
• Establishes a clear vision for areas assigned that complements the site and corporate vision while optimizing the use of technology to improve performance, service, and quality.
• Manages the labor and capital resources to optimize the systems and methods which meet the business needs while balancing labor and expense budgets including scheduling of resources to ensure efficient operation and planned maintenance of equipment.
• Key site leadership team member that interacts with other departments in an open and participative manner. Interacts with others in the company and with external contacts.
• Assists in developing and executing annual performance plan to achieve business goals for the site.
• Related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Essential Skills and Experience

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or other (applicable) technical discipline preferred
• 5+ years’ experience in a maintenance supervisor or manager role required.
• Proficient use of computer based skills including Microsoft Office Suite and web based technologies.
• Demonstrated manufacturing based project management and continuous improvement skills, including a fundamental understanding of lean six sigma and IPS.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) which includes active listening.
• Ability to manage heavy workload within busy manufacturing environment and successfully complete projects within assigned deadlines