Production Manager

ICP Group; Alabama; On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Springville, AL is seeking a Production Manager to oversee production operations and coordinate staff activities. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a management role within manufacturing, with strong problem-solving skills and effective communication. This position involves ensuring quality control, coordinating safety measures, and training staff. The role offers a dynamic work environment in a key operational position.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a manufacturing management/supervisory/lead role.
• Ability to use various math calculations for inventory management.
• Experience with batch operations with a chemical nature.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production operations on a 24-hour process.
• Train and coach production staff on safe practices.
• Monitor quality of all production ensuring compliance.

Skills

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Computer skills in Excel, Word, Outlook, ERP

Job description

Overview

ICP Group is looking to hire a Production Manager for our Springville, AL plant. Under the direction of the Plant Manager, you will oversee production operations on a 24-hour process with the help of 3 shift supervisors. You will support plant operations by coordinating material movements through the facility from raw material to finished goods. Assist in developing production schedule based on customer demand and sales input. Improve inventory accuracy and turns resulting in reduced working capital.

Responsibilities

• Support Safety and Health guidelines and facilitate a culture of safety that is evident in both visual observations and documented processes and procedures.
• Ensure the production area meets all required regulatory Safety and Environmental requirements and key staff are knowledgeable of those requirements through routine training.
• Train and coach production staff on safe and proper execution of their responsibilities.
• Monitor quality of all production ensuring quality tests are performed, standards are met, and non-compliant material is addressed immediately.
• Identify and implement improvement ideas for all aspects of the operation.
• Coordinate safety and productivity monthly meetings.
• Help conduct safety and environmental inspections.
• Assist in the scheduling of the plant and staff workload while maximizing plant efficiency.
• Help train operators to support Autonomous Maintenance of the production areas to eliminate downtime and yield loss.
• Coordinate with Customer Service/Sales and Purchasing to maintain effective levels of raw material and finished good inventories with a high level of accuracy per item count.
• Provide input to the Plant Manager for the development of annual facility and operational capital project plans by providing ideas, data and resources.
• Help Plant Manager establish performance goals and targets with subsequent follow up and coaching sessions aimed at improving employees skillset.
• Ensure production areas are maintained in a clean and orderly fashion by building a culture that understands and supports those activities.
• Monitor KPI’s daily to maintain expected levels of performance.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and train staff.
• Provide monthly updates to management outlining plant objectives and accomplishments.
• Coordinate with the corporate lab to perform plant trials as a function of product development.
• Establish cost savings targets and communicate progress.

Requirements

• 2+ years in a manufacturing management/supervisory/lead role.
• Exhibit a strong problem-solving aptitude.
• Ability to use various math calculations to validate materials required, products produced and inventory quantities.
• Effective communicator able to motivate employees through actions and proven leadership.
• Comfortable working in a multicultural environment where English may not be the first language.
• Must be able to work in a plant environment with varying levels of temperature and physical requirements.
• Strong computer skills in Excel, Word, Outlook, and ERP.
• Experience with batch operations particularly with a chemical nature.
• Knowledge of Safety and Environmental regulatory requirements associated with manufacturing.

ICP Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or religion or other legally protected status.