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INTRODUCTION and WHAT YOU WILL DO (Job Responsibilities)
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Production Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing daily manufacturing operations to ensure production goals are met safely, efficiently, and on schedule. This role leads a production team of roughly 40 employees with 8 direct reports, manages resources, and drives continuous improvement to achieve quality, cost, and delivery objectives. The Production Manager collaborates closely with cross-functional partners-including Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Engineering-to ensure operational excellence and compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements, and safety policies.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for first shift safety, quality, delivery, and cost metrics within the Production areas of the plant, and the daily report of results
Operate within approved budget boundaries and achieve operating performance targets, using VBS tools to drive continuous process improvements in quality, on-time delivery, cost savings, and inventory reduction
Accountable for meeting needs of a growing business by managing production levels and using DRA to drive delivery and productivity
Develop associates in a manner which meets the future needs of the business, identify key contributors and areas of organizational and individual development
Conduct and deliver annual performance appraisals for hourly associates. Generate and support execution of development plans to drive associate growth
Engage with associates to maintain positive associate relations, partnering with HR and utilizing tools such as associate engagement survey
Maintain a clean and safe work environment that is in compliance with all OSHA (US), EPA (US), and any related country-specific environmental regulations and guidelines
Work with Operations Manager to help uncover issues within the cell and support resolution and rollout of solutions
Must be willing / able to work 1st and 2nd shift as needed for cross-training, consistency, etc. efforts
Responsible for routine disciplinary action including administration of verbal and written warnings
FIRST SIX MONTHS DELIVERABLES:
Complete Matco Business Immersion
Execute Jamestown Immersion
Execute PSP Process and demonstrate results
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
WHO YOU ARE (Qualifications)
Attribute/Skill/Experience
Strong computer skills- Excel, Powerpoint
At least 5+ years supervising 40+ people in high pace manufacturing environment
5+ years Manufacturing Experience
Organization/Planning skill
Lean Manufacturing Experience
Fit Factors
Tenacity/Do What It Takes
Effective Time Management and Personal Organization
Sense of Urgency/Impact
VBS - Lean Manufacturing Background
Tactical and Strategic
Honesty and Integrity
Details Matter
Results Matter
Leadership and teamwork - Create followership/building teams
Communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities
The base compensation range for this position is $96,800 to $149,900 per annum. Your actual base salary will be determined based upon numerous factors which may include relevant experience, skills, location (labor market data), credentials (education, certifications), and internal equity.
For this specific role, you may be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.