Production Manager - Weekend Shift

Gentex Corp.; Carbondale (PA); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Gentex Corporation, located at its Carbondale, PA facility, is seeking a seasoned Production Manager to lead weekend shift production across helmet system platforms. You will ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery while directing exempt and non-exempt staff and developing a motivated team.

The role requires 10+ years in production management within manufacturing, strong communication, and the ability to implement standard policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or related operations experience.
• Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office Suite and SAP.

Responsabilités

• Provide plant and floor supervision and leadership. Staff, manage, coach, motivate, train and assess performance of production and operations employees
• Drive manufacturing performance by directing weekend shift production that meets schedules, meets customer demands and supports efficiency
• Foster teamwork with peers, subordinates and all employees. Provide technical expertise to the team
• Consistently demonstrate and promote high standards through personal example and roll out through the team so that each member of the team understands the standards and behaviors expected of them
• Ensure an effective interface with managers and departmental staff is maintained

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Initiative

Team management

Formation

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Outils

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Description du poste

At Gentex Corporation, we’ve created an environment where great ideas and great people can thrive. Leveraging a history that spans over 130 years, Gentex is a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, emergency responders, and industrial personnel operating in high performance environments. Join our multinational team of exceptional and dedicated employees around the world and work on challenging and rewarding projects, grow your skills, and advance your career all while making a positive difference in the lives of our customers. Together, you and Gentex can build a career that’s uniquely yours.

About the Job:

Leads the weekend shifts production processes, workflows and methods of various helmet system platforms to meet customer requirements and standards. Full accountability for ensuring safety, customer quality, and delivery requirements is met. Manages all exempt and non-exempt staff on best practices and established standard policies and procedures whilst also developing an enthusiastic, motivated and flexible team with effective working relationships.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide plant and floor supervision and leadership. Staff, manage, coach, motivate, train and assess performance of production and operations employees
• Drive manufacturing performance by directing weekend shift production that meets schedules, meets customer demands and supports efficiency
• Foster teamwork with peers, subordinates and all employees. Provide technical expertise to the team
• Consistently demonstrate and promote high standards through personal example and roll out through the team so that each member of the team understands the standards and behaviors expected of them
• Ensure an effective interface with managers and departmental staff is maintained

Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND/OR PROFESSIONAL LICENSE(s):

• Bachelor’s degree preferred and/or related operations experience
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite and SAP

EXPERIENCE:

• 10+ years of Production Management experience in a manufacturing setting
• Demonstrated ability to lead, direct, and manage cross functional teams in a demanding, results oriented environment.
• Must have excellent communication, problem solving and organizational skills
• Must possess a high level of initiative and independent decision-making ability.
• Creating action plans to correct issues and achieve results
• Evaluating, developing and discipline of employees as necessary

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated ability to lead, direct and manage cross functional teams in a demanding, results oriented environment.
• Experience with Operational Excellence programs and Continuous Improvement in leadership and contributing roles. Black Belt certification in Lean Six Sigma methodologies a plus
• Must have excellent communication, problem solving and organizational skills. Must be able to communicate to all levels of the company.
• Must possess a high level of initiative and independent decision-making ability.
• Is self-aware, resilient, optimistic and open to change.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to read and interpret blueprints

Location:

Gentex’s Carbondale facility is located in Northeastern Pennsylvania in Lackawanna County. Carbondale, PA is about twenty miles north of Scranton, PA, 50 miles south of Binghamton, NY, and about 125 miles from New York City and Philadelphia. The area hosts numerous nearby state parks, nature preserves and local colleges and universities, including The University of Scranton and Marywood University. Northeast Pennsylvania is a beautiful area and offers an excellent cost of living. It is a great place to work, meet people, raise a family and live!

Gentex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for any applicable state or federal protected class. Gentex is an E-Verify Participant. Pre-employment drug/alcohol/background screening is required.