Production Manager

Steelscape Washington, LLC; Kalama (WA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Steelscape Washington, LLC in Kalama is seeking an Area Manager to oversee safety, quality, and production in their assigned department. The successful candidate will ensure production goals are met while fostering a safe, productive, and self-directed team environment.

Ideal applicants will possess a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience, along with at least 5 years in a supervisory role within a manufacturing setting. The position offers a salary range of $121,000 - $155,000 along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 5 years of experience in a supervisory or people management role.

Responsibilities

• Monitor training status and identify needs of personnel.
• Manage and facilitate continuous improvement projects.
• Develop and administer budget while improving conversion cost.

Skills

Results oriented attitude

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent organizational skills

Working knowledge of inventory systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Manufacturing Engineering

10+ years relevant experience

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Area Manager

The Area Manager is responsible for safety, quality and production of all coated steel products processed in their assigned department(s) at the Steelscape facility. The incumbent ensures that production goals are met, customer demands are satisfied, and all manufacturing associates work safely within a self‑directed team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor training status and identify needs of personnel in department
• Develop and maintain effective and productive relationships with all customers; internal, external
• Manage and facilitate continuous improvement projects
• Lead efforts to troubleshoot quality and productivity problems within the business
• Develop and administer budget while improving conversion cost and reducing variances
• Mentor staff to optimize performance and drive results
• Work with production teams, Schedulers, Quality System, Facilitators, logistics and plant maintenance to ensure that production goals are met or exceeded
• Manage inventory and coordinate with line Schedulers
• Manage maintenance and reliability tasks to ensure continuity of operations
• Manage capital appropriations for current and future for respective departments
• Using Felt Leadership, implement and ensure high performance of safety metrics

Tools and Systems

• Manufacturing Schedules
• Safety Metrics
• SAP
• Microsoft Office
• Workday
• Budgets: Capital and Operating Production Plan Maintenance Schedules

Qualifications

Minimum

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Manufacturing Engineering or related field or 10+ years relevant experience in lieu of degree
• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• 5 years of experience in a supervisory or people management role

Preferred

• 10 years of experience in manufacturing environment
• 5 years of Steelscape Product experience

Skills & Competencies

• Results oriented attitude with a proven track record of ensuring key deadlines are met
• Strong interpersonal, communication and leadership skills
• Excellent organizational skills with the proven ability to multi‑task in a fast-paced environment
• Working knowledge of inventory systems used to track production, inventory and shipping required
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with team members to achieve planned results

Compensation

Salary range: $121,000 - $155,000 annually, depending on experience, skill set, and qualifications. Eligible for a targeted annual bonus, health and welfare benefits, and 401(k) match in accordance with BlueScope policies.

Arbitration Notice

Steelscape LLC (and its related BlueScope companies) requires all new hires to sign a Mutual Arbitration Agreement as a condition of employment. This agreement provides that any employment-related disputes between you and the Company will be resolved through final and binding arbitration rather than in court, except where prohibited by law. The agreement also includes a class and collective action waiver, meaning claims must be brought on an individual basis. Applicants may review a copy of the agreement upon request prior to signing.

Benefits Summary

Health insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plan.

EEO Statement

BlueScope is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.