Minimum of five years in leadership roles within manufacturing, with a focus on automotive and unionized environments.
Proven organizational, communication, and leadership abilities.
History of managing cross-functional teams in dynamic production settings.
Strong interpersonal skills to foster relationships with diverse employees and union representatives.
Proficient in Office Suite, with skills in data analysis and presentation.
Good grasp of lean manufacturing, problem-solving techniques, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Manufacturing Management, Engineering, or related fields.
Responsibilities
Support the Plant Manager in planning and directing plant operations to meet production and quality goals.
Ensure adherence to safety policies and report unsafe conditions to management.
Lead by example to promote accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Supervise and develop team members, handling performance management and coaching.
Coordinate with various teams to optimize production flow and reduce downtime.
Monitor production metrics for safety, quality, cost, and delivery goals.
Evaluate equipment performance and recommend improvements to achieve production targets.
Benefits
Dynamic work environment in a leading automotive manufacturing facility.
Opportunity to influence and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Collaboration with cross-functional teams for holistic production processes.
Engagement with a diverse workforce, fostering positive employee relations.
Development opportunities within a robust manufacturing leadership framework.
Full Job Description
Job Description
Essential Job Functions:
Support the Plant Manager in planning, organizing, and directing all plant activities to meet production schedules and quality standards.
Ensure compliance with all company safety policies, procedures, and established safe work practices; report all unsafe conditions or behaviors to the Plant Manager and/or EHS Manager.
Lead by example and promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Supervise, manage, and develop employees, including performance management, coaching, and disciplinary processes in accordance with collective bargaining agreements.
Coordinate with maintenance, quality, logistics, and engineering teams to maintain optimal production flow and minimize downtime.
Monitor production metrics to ensure that targets for safety, quality, cost, and delivery are consistently achieved.
Assist in evaluating equipment capacity and performance; recommend and implement improvements to meet monthly and long-term production goals.
Maintain accurate departmental records, ensuring compliance with company retention and destruction policies.
Communicate regularly with the Plant Manager regarding plant performance, personnel issues, production schedules, and operational challenges.
Drive proactive initiatives to achieve departmental and company objectives, including cost reduction, efficiency gains, and workforce engagement.
Qualifications:
Minimum of five (5) years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the automotive industry and a unionized facility.
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced production environment.
Ability to build positive relationships with hourly and salaried employees, including union representatives.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and capable of analyzing and presenting operational data.
Solid understanding of lean manufacturing principles, problem-solving methodologies, and continuous improvement tools.
Education:
Education: Bachelor's degree required; preferably in Business Administration, Manufacturing Management, Engineering, or a related field.
