Bachelor's Degree in management or relevant discipline required
5+ years in Production Management in composite, machining, or metal fabrication facility
US citizenship required
Ability to obtain security clearance may be required
Physical agility to inspect and operate machinery, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
Responsibilities
Ensure a safe working environment and maintain a safety-first culture
Implement and uphold quality systems to prevent quality escapes
Assist in business development and proposal initiatives
Drive lean manufacturing staffing by overseeing employee performance and development
Manage workflow and processes to optimize efficiency and reduce costs
Schedule personnel effectively to achieve project objectives and monitor progress
Conduct ongoing personnel management including recruitment, training, and performance evaluations.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources
Full Job Description
Ensure a safe working environment, safety attitude and execution
Ensure all quality systems are in place, identified and executed, so there are no quality escapes from our facilities
Assist with business development, and business proposals
Accomplish lean manufacturing staffing results by communicating job expectations, planning, monitoring and appraising job results, coaching, counseling, disciplining employees, initiating, coordinating, enforcing systems, policies, and procedures
Maintain staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting and training employees; developing person growth opportunities
Maintain workflow by monitoring steps of the process, setting processing variables, observing, monitoring personnel, equipment, and resources, studying methods, implementing cost reductions, developing reporting procedures and systems, facilitating corrections to malfunctions, initiating, and fostering a spirit of cooperation with and between departments
Complete scheduling and assigning of personnel; accomplish desired work results, establishing priorities, monitoring progress, resolving problems, reporting results of the project process flow on weekly activity reports.
Maintain quality service by establishing and enforcing KIHOMAC organizational procedures and policies
Ensure operation of equipment by establishing and tracking periodic maintenance requirements (TPM), calling for repairs when necessary, evaluating new equipment and techniques
Provide manufacturing information by compiling, initiating, sorting, and analyzing production performance records and data, answering questions, and responding to requests
Create and revise systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices, recordkeeping systems, forms of control, and budgetary and personnel requirements, implementing lean manufacturing change
Maintain 5 S - Safe and Clean Work Environment: Educate and direct personnel on the use of all equipment, tooling, and resources, maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures
Responsible for KIHOMAC Hazardous Waste Program, to include: disposal of hazardous waste, MSDS maintenance, and all environmental regulations
Resolve personnel problems by analyzing data, investigating issues, identify solutions, recommend action and documenting in personnel file
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establish personal networks, benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participate in professional societies
Contribute to team effort by carrying out related results as needed
Identify capital expenditures for 5-year plan and work with management for approval and implementation
Other duties as assigned
Managerial Duties
Responsible to execute personnel-related activities to include:
Create realistic and accurate job descriptions
Direct employee workload to ensure productivity and performance against job description
Engage to manage positive employee relations and workplace atmosphere; work to resolve any personnel issues
Conduct ongoing feedback - both informal and semiannual feedback, counseling if necessary
Advise management as to which employees deserve recognition including but not limited to raises, promotions and awards
Manage accuracy of employee timecards
Ensure employees receive and perform any required training for position and company needs
Guide employees to ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies/processes
Serve as link between upper management and employees; disseminate company information as appropriate - goals/changes/updates/news
Coordinate with Director and/or VP on corporate matters
Participate in proposal writing and business development activities as guided by VP of PMG
Other managerial duties as assigned
Requirements
Education/Training (both required and desired):
Bachelor's Degree in management or other relevant discipline required
Experience:
5+ years in Production Management in a composite, machining, or metal fabrication facility or equivalent Production experience
Security:
Must be a US citizen
Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required
Physical Requirements:
Able to assess, install, and modify equipment, and inspect machinery
Able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, grasp and reach with hands and arms, handle and operate hand/power tools and machine controls
Perform frequent wrist, hand, and finger movements
Prolonged periods of standing while operating machinery
Adhere to all safety protocols, including wearing appropriate safety gear (e.g., eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, etc.) for the assigned task
Able to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds at a time
