Manufacturing Manager Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for acquiring and directing the production areas of the facility. Ensures employees are capable of producing products within scheduled time frames, at targeted costs and quality specifications. Must maintain focus on primary objectives and the organizational mission and purpose.

1. Supervises the production through the respective leaders to cause the retention and development of an adequate number of productive and motivated employees. Assures that all human resource-related programs are administered within company policies consistently.
2. Manages people resources to cause achievement of the production schedule. Monitors production flow and cautions others in problem areas. Prepares production schedules so as to generate finished products in an efficient and timely basis to meet organizational and customer demands.
3. Develops and implements training for the staff to assure the timely development of desired skills to meet current and planned needs.
4. Assures the safety and well being of all production employees. Promotes safety on an ongoing basis to assure awareness and compliance.
5. Produces high quality products through compliance with corporate quality processes and by actively participating in and promoting continuous improvement through lean activities.
6. Directs the acquisition of production-related equipment. Oversees production preventive maintenance program.
7. Manage budget and expenditures as approved by the General Manager.
8. Performs other duties as requested by management

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A four-year degree and three years manufacturing experience or technical degree and five years experience is preferred; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Maintainer reserves the right to forego the formal education requirements in lieu of equivalent job-related experience.

The ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to apply problem-solving techniques. Capacity to constructively deal with problems involving several variables. Accepts, supports and encourages productive change. Involves others, as appropriate, in the decision making process. Practices and encourages intelligent risk taking.

Must have knowledge and understanding of the following mathematical expressions and have the ability to apply them to the general responsibilities of the positions. Math requirements, but not limited to: logarithms, exponents, and simple statistics. Including the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.

Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write complex correspondence. Capacity to effectively present information in one-on-one, and group situations. Adjusts communication to fit the audience and situation. Conveys thoughts clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing. Displays contagious enthusiasm for objectives, tasks and people. Positively affects the commitment of others.

Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Required to sit and use computer, handle paper work, also to stand and use hands and fingers to grasp and hold objects, tools and/or controls, likewise reach with arms and hands. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee is also, at times, exposed to fumes and or airborne particulates.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Directly supervises a team of Production Supervisors and team members within the manufacturing departments. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training and development of employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; making salary recommendations; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Supports organizational values and holds others accountable for value-driven performance and behavior while encouraging others to pursue self-development activities. Motivates others to make superior customer service a top priority and does not overlook sub-par work. Addresses performance deficiencies early - before they become problems. Places a premium on and is a positive example in communication, collaboration, teamwork, and ethical standards. Sees what needs to be done and does it in support of the company mission.

Follows all organizational and departmental procedures, safety policies and directives as outlined in, but not limited to: Maintainer Employee Handbook and Quality Manual.

Other Skills and Abilities:

Possesses basic computer and keyboarding skills. Familiar with all Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Outlook.