Production Manager II

Davita Inc.; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in composite manufacturing seeks a Production Manager II for its Zeeland facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing plant operations, ensuring effective production processes, and leading a team to achieve quality and efficiency goals. This role requires technical expertise in manufacturing and significant leadership skills, with a focus on continuous improvement and team development.

Benefits

Employee Referral Bonus

Quarterly Bonus based on metrics

Health Insurance on day one

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Discounts available at various retailers

Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience desired, but high levels of managerial skills are more important.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, cross-functional environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage all plant operations including production, scheduling, and maintenance.
• Work closely with Scheduling and Production Supervisors to coordinate departmental activities.
• Evaluate production results and look for improvement opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Technical Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

ERP systems

5S methodology

Job description

Job Details

450A - ZEELAND, MI Full Time Job Location Position Type

1st shift Management Job Shift Job Category

Production Manager II

Plascore is seeking a technical Production Manager II to direct and manage all plant operations with responsibilities for production, scheduling, maintenance and other production-related activities. The Production Manager II is responsible for the technical production, this may include multiple complicated processes including 5 axis CNC machining and value added operations to honeycomb core materials.

The ideal candidate will have had exposure in a multitude of areas such as: manufacturing, CNC-machining, forming, and leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

* Work closely with Scheduling and Production Supervisors to plan, schedule and coordinate departmental activities to fulfill sales orders, meet inventory requirements and deliver manufactured products in a timely fashion.

* Evaluate production results against established goals and look for ways to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of operations.

* Maintain appropriate staffing levels and build effective work teams.

* Leverage ERP and data collection systems to monitor production data and inventory

* Coordinates maintenance, turnarounds, and downtime for efficiency and speed. Ensures that maintenance, turnarounds, and downtime for efficiency and speed. Ensures that staff training processes, equipment, and tool requirements are fulfilled to comply with health and safety regulations.

* Recognizes and solves problems affecting production including schedule, staff, quality and order of production line.

* Ensure production cost is effective.

* Responsible for product quality control for the plant.

* Collaborate with leadership to align production with organizational goals

* Have thorough knowledge of all manufacturing methods, techniques and related equipment.

* Must be able to read and interpret drawings and specifications

* Maintain existing plant facilities and equipment; replace, or make adjustments to facilities and equipment when necessary.

* Understand and practice team building and provide leadership to achieve outstanding results.

* Participate in improving our product, processes equipment and methods.

* Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times.

* Continually look for ways to improve job efficiency and performance.

* Perform all reasonably related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience in production operations or process management required

* 5 years of related experience desired, but high levels of managerial skills are more important

* Ability to thrive in fast-paced, cross-functional environments

* Leadership seminars and/or coursework

* Ability to read and interpret technical mechanical drawings and GD&T

* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

* Outstanding organizational and time management skills

* Proficient with implementing and maintaining 5S in a production environment

* Excellent technical communication skills

* Initiative for product/process improvement

Additional Requirements:

* Must be eligible to work on programs subject to ITAR (International Traffic and Arms Regulations).

Plascore is an established global manufacturer of honeycomb core, composite structures, and cleanrooms. Plascore's light weight, industrial strength, honeycomb technology is utilized for a multitude of applications within the aerospace, automotive and marine industries. Plascore is an employee driven organization, fueled by professional teams with dedicated years of service to manufacturing.

Plascore Benefits:

Bonus Programs

• $1,200 Employee Referral Bonus - Paid in monthly increments.


• Quarterly Bonus- based on business unit metrics

Health Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) with Flex Spending or Health Savings Accounts


• Free high-deductible health plan for employee only coverage.


• New Hires are eligible for health insurance benefits on day one!


• Company provided short-term and long-term disability coverage


• Employee Assistance Program- including legal & professional counseling services

Paid Time Off

• Paid and unpaid vacation totaling 6 weeks (years of service determines paid portion)


• 8-week paid sabbatical for every 10 years of service


• Paid Holidays


• Parental Leave

401(K) & Roth 401(K)

• 50% match up to 6% for all participating employees.
  
  

Educational Support

• Tuition Reimbursement for job-related and certificate programs


• Dependent scholarship to cover up to 100% of tuition cost for child dependents


• Use of training grants like GoingPro to allow for professional development

Childcare

• Flex Spending Account for childcare


• Tri-Share childcare program (2/3 of childcare costs covered)

Company Events

• Annual company picnic


• Annual golf outing


• Annual holiday party

Other Perks

• White-Caps baseball ticket raffles


• Discounts available at: MVP Athletic Club, Stellantis, Bedslide, Enterprise rentals, RX Optical


• Clean work environment


• Smooth pace of work


• Family owned and operated.


• Security of work for an established, growing company that serves a diverse customer base.


• Bi-Weekly Pay

We are an EEO employer dedicated to workforce diversity.