JOB SUMMARY and KEY OBJECTIVES
Coordinate and direct production activity through the manufacturing processes while meeting company production, quality, safety and profitability goals.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES and TASKS
- Coordinate production activities for hourly employees and related salaried staff insuring all manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost effective manner.
- Maintain a culture of safety awareness and safe working practices
- Maintain Production Schedules and Quality Standards
- Ensure effective utilization of MRP system throughout process
- Recognize and solve problems affecting production, quality, safety and productivity.
- Apply the tools of Lean Manufacturing
- Minimize attrition through effective hiring and coaching practices.
- Foster a culture of empowerment so that all levels of employees are engaged in continuous improvement activities.
- Help implement and maintain preventative maintenance programs. Make recommendations for facilities and equipment when necessary.
- Incorporate shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnel.
- Provide direction, development and leadership to production employees through performance management tools
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION and EDUCATION
- Minimum 5 years in manufacturing methods, process improvement programs and procedures
- Minimum 3 years in supervisors/management position
- Training in Lean Manufacturing
- Exceptional communication and proven leadership skills
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, ETC
- Competent in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook
PHYSICAL EFFORT
- Ability to sit, stand, walk intermittently for 8 hours.
- Ability to work on a PC as required.
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