Main Tasks

• Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules and expedites workflow
• Hire, train, coach, develop, and manage employees in accordance with company policies.
• Monitor labor utilization, control overtime, and improve workforce efficiency
• Evaluates current processes and finds ways to standardize procedures to improve efficiency of workers
• Confers with other managers in the Manufacturing plant to ensure coordination of activities
• Ensures a safe work environment with a focus on “Safety First” with no lost-time worker’s comp incidents
• Identify and implement process improvements, standardization, and Lean manufacturing practices.
• Ensure facility organization, cleanliness (5S), and adherence to company procedures.
• Track and report daily production results, issues, and operational metrics.
• Assesses production levels and customer needs to improve efficiencies and meet goals
• Any additional duties as assigned

Requirements:

• High School Diploma / GED; Bachelor’s degree preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ year of supervisory experience in manufacturing, distribution and material management experience required
• Experience with employee performance management, training, scheduling, and coaching.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of production scheduling, inventory/material management, and Lean Manufacturing principles preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ERP/Sage or SAP experience is a plus
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and work independently or as part of a team.
• Forklift experience/certification preferred.
• Must have 5 S skills (keep work area safe and clean); and lean manufacturing experience desired
• Must work safely and identify all safety issues using the STOP, CALL, WAIT system until repairs are made
• Self-driven, attention to detail, results-oriented with a positive outlook, and a clear focus on deliverables
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; active listening skills with all levels of employees
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
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Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical equipment such as forklifts and other machinery. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. Ability to work in temperature conditions between 45 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit; may occasionally exceed 95 degrees Fahrenheit.

Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; bend; stoop; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach/lift with hands and arms up to 50 pounds.