Production Manager

D&S Manufacturing

$102K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field or 3-5 years of relevant experience or training.
  • 3-5 years of experience in a metal fabrication environment.
  • Previous supervisory experience is required.
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of supervised equipment and processes.
  • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing Principles and Advanced Manufacturing Techniques.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and develop employee relations through coaching and employment decisions.
  • Facilitate problem-solving efforts among workers to resolve work issues effectively.
  • Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety, and morale to achieve optimal results.
  • Manage departmental performance measures and report progress to the President.
  • Collaborate on new product contract reviews and estimate production timelines.
  • Ensure maintenance of production tools, dies, and fixtures to meet schedules.
  • Monitor equipment condition and coordinate necessary repairs or maintenance.

Benefits

  • Effective employee relations and development programs.
  • Positive work environment promoting teamwork and morale.
  • Regular production meetings fostering communication across departments.
  • Recognition and celebration of team achievements.
Full Job Description
1st Shift/Full-Time: Monday through Friday

With experience, make up to $102,144/year.

Summary

Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in manufacturing operations and fosters an environment of teamwork and continuous improvement. Responsible for the development of employees, quality and quantity of products, effective utilization of production hours, skills, machines, technology and facilities.

Essential duties and Responsibilities include the following.

  • Ensures effective employee relations. Provides employee coaching and development. Makes employment decisions.
  • Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists workers in solving work problems by facilitating and supporting team efforts to identify problems and implement corrective actions. Recognizes team achievements and celebrates successes.
  • Balances quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale to achieve positive results in all areas. Works to continuously improve in all areas to achieve realization of estimated costs; on-time delivery of materials and information; improved productivity and workflow; and reduction in errors and rework costs.
  • Manages departmental performance measures, including visual controls and provides regular progress reports to President.
  • Participates in new product contract reviews and assists the Preproduction Department with estimated production times and realization of estimated times.
  • Maintains, stores and requests dies, fixtures, and supplies necessary to meet production schedule.
  • Ensures equipment is in good operating condition, and all preventative maintenance has been performed. Coordinates repairs and scheduled maintenance with Maintenance Department as required.
  • Studies production schedules and sales forecasts, reviews work center loads and staff work areas to achieve on-time delivery.
  • Maintains compliance with company policies, safety standards, and good housekeeping practices and contributes to a positive work environment.
  • Conducts weekly production meetings with scheduling, sales department and departmental supervisors.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


Supervisory Responsibilities

Manages 5-6 subordinate supervisors who supervise a total of approximately 100 employees in the Plant Operations Departments. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing concerns and resolving problems.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in related field; or three to five years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Three to five years experience working in a metal fabrication environment.
  • Previous experience in supervising the work of others.
  • Experience which demonstrates working knowledge of equipment and processes supervised.
  • Experience which demonstrates working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Principles and Advanced Manufacturing Techniques.

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