Production Manager - Heavy Steel Fabrication 1st Shift

Veritas Steel Llc; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Steel LLC in Eau Claire, WI seeks a Production Manager for heavy steel fabrication, overseeing multiple departments across shifts to drive throughput, safety, and quality standards.

You will lead teams, coordinate with the scheduler, implement 5S and continuous improvement, and partner with HR on staffing and policy execution while coaching and developing area leads.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or Industrial Engineering or related field preferred
• Solid understanding of lean and six sigma principles and applications
• Knowledge of organizational effectiveness and operations management
• Familiarity with business and financial principles
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities
• Well-organized and analytical

Responsibilities

• Oversee assigned areas/departments and ensure safe, efficient operations
• Drive 5S, continuous improvement, and throughput improvements
• Collaborate with Production Scheduler to align production requirements
• Plan labor and resources to meet schedules with safety and quality in mind
• Coach and develop area leads; participate in hiring and training
• Communicate policies and resolve issues with HR as needed
• Maintain project documentation and monitor safety program compliance

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or Industrial Engineering

Lean Six Sigma knowledge/principles

Strong communication & leadership

Experience in manufacturing/steel fabrication

Job description

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Production Manager - Heavy Steel Fabrication 1st Shift

Management Eau Claire, WI, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3641

The Production Manager employed at Veritas Steel's Eau Claire location is responsible for safely and efficiently overseeing multiple areas/departments across shifts. They are focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement while being strategically minded. The Production Manager will work through complex processes and is heavily focused on throughput and efficiency. They are a good motivator and team leader who possesses a positive attitude while achieving goals of the highest standards through effective leadership. The Production Manager must be able to effectively manage a wide range of duties and responsibilities while supervising those reporting to them.

• Manages assigned areas/departments within the facility, including all work performed in assigned area
• Responsible for maintaining housekeeping, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Works closely with the Production Scheduler to understand the production requirements and provide active feedback on gaps as they are identified
• Ensures assigned teams are operating within the designed fabrication plans and assists in improvements to the efficiency of the work
• Effectively plans work and manages labor to ensure efficient execution
• Executes schedule with concern for safety, quality, timeliness, impact, and cost
• Responsible for coaching and the overall performance of assigned area leads and team
• Actively participates in recruiting, selecting, training, and coaching new department employees
• Gives direction, effectively supervises, counsels on performance, aids, and trains when appropriate
• When necessary, initiates disciplinary action
• Works with Human Resources to ensure understanding of company policies and communicates policies to production teams
• Works with Human Resources to resolve problems as needed
• Maintains required documentation on all projects for assigned areas
• Communicates with employees regularly and seeks their input on problem solving
• Actively participates in the safety program; observing and correcting behaviors that are unsafe
• Ensures EHS policies and guidelines are met within the department
• Coaches, trains, communicates and monitors employees’ performance on safety programs

Educational Requirements:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field, preferred
• Thorough understanding of lean and six sigma principles and applications
• Knowledge of organizational effectiveness and operations management
• Familiarity with business and financial principles
• Excellent communication skills and leadership ability
• Well-organized and analytical

3rd Shift is Thursday - Sunday 5am - 5pm