Production Manager

Aalberts Ht; Goffstown (NH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aalberts Ht is seeking a Production Manager in New Hampshire to oversee plant production operations and ensure outstanding customer service. The role involves regular customer contact to understand needs, planning production accordingly, and supporting safety, quality and environmental standards in collaboration with other managers.

You will lead shift managers, drive KPI targets, and foster a culture of respect and continuous improvement across the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 5 years of experience in industrial operations.
• Leadership experience required.

Responsibilities

• Be the primary contact for customers and understand their needs.
• Schedule plant production to meet customer requirements while maintaining efficiency.
• Develop and lead a high-performing team focused on safety and KPI targets.
• Pursue continuous improvement in safety, quality, efficiency, and 5S with other managers.
• Participate in problem-solving activities and monthly KPI performance reviews.
• Coach and direct Shift Managers to ensure safe, efficient operations.

Skills

MS Office

AS400

Leadership

Customer service

Analytical ability

TS16949 knowledge

ISO 14401 knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Description

The Production Manager is responsible for the production operations of the plant to provide outstanding customer service. Will be in regular contact with the customers to understand their needs and plan production accordingly. Need to understand and support the Mission and Value statements of the organization. Responsible for implementing company's policies and procedures. Must play a key role in maintaining Safety, Quality and Environmental standards in collaboration with other managers. Responsible for meeting the targets in the key performance indicators in various areas of operation.

Requirements

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Will be the primary contact for customers. Customer satisfaction is of utmost importance.
• Responsible for production scheduling for the plant that would meet customer requirements without compromising plant efficiency including shipping and receiving activities.
• Work with and develop a high performing team to excel in the areas of safety and other Key Performance Indicators set by the company to drive the operational efficiency.
• Seek continuous improvement in safety, customer service, quality, efficiency and 5S by working with other managers.
• Participate in problem solving activities.
• Take part in monthly meetings with detailed analysis of performance with respect to the KPI targets.
• Coach and direct Shift Mangers to run a very safe and efficient operations.
• Responsible for employee training at different levels.
• Help direct reports in disciplinary activities.
• Make sure Shift Managers provide fair employee evaluations.
• Create a culture where employees feel respected and satisfied.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Highly motivated, results oriented leader with a positive approach.
• Good computer skills in MS Office Suite required and AS400 preferred.
• Knowledge in automotive industry and systems such as TS16949 and ISO 14401 are a plus.
• Requires good analytical ability for both improvements and solving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum education is a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of experience in Industrial Operations.
• Experience in a Leadership position is required.