Production Manager

Weiss-Aug Group

$100K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in medium/high volume metal stamping manufacturing.
  • BS in Engineering or equivalent preferred.
  • Strong leadership, supervision, and coaching skills.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Self-starter who can work with minimal supervision.
  • Effective written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and set priorities.
  • Strong teamwork skills and ability to interact across departments.
  • Proficient in Windows-based PC applications, including Microsoft Office.
  • Knowledge of ISO/QS/TS standards is preferred.
  • Spanish language skills are a plus.
  • Experience with ERP systems preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and direct priorities for Die, automation, maintenance, and labor across shifts.
  • Collaborate with departments to troubleshoot processes not meeting specifications.
  • Review and improve departmental documentation and processes.
  • Approve completed Manufacturing Orders before closure and recommend actions for variances.
  • Set and measure goals for direct reports, fostering their professional growth.
  • Coordinate capacity planning with Planning and Customer Service to meet requirements.
  • Oversee operation hours, labor hours, and departmental purchases.
  • Contribute to New Program Development/Quoting and APQP Teams.
  • Assist in developing the departmental annual budget and lead continuous improvement projects.
  • Participate in ISO/QS/TS audits.
  • Stay informed on new technologies relevant to the company's scope.
  • Promote 5S cleanliness and safety practices company-wide.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance.
  • 401(k) with company matching.
  • Paid Holiday, Vacation, and Personal Time Off.
  • Tuition Reimbursement for further education.
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Short Term Disability coverage.
  • Group Life and Accidental Insurance.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

We're currently seeking a passionate and skilled Production Manager to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality, engineered solutions to our customers worldwide. In this role you will be responsible for the entire Stamping operation through supervision, coordination, coaching/training and providing leadership to the assigned staff.

Responsibilities
  • Monitor and direct priorities for Die, automation, auxiliary equipment, machine maintenance and labor. Responsible for shift-to-shift communication to ensure all Customer requirements are met. Lead daily and/or weekly departmental meetings.
  • Work with other departments (QA, Die Repair, Automation, Maintenance, Warehouse, etc.) to troubleshoot processes that do not meet specifications. Coach/train personnel on lessons learned from troubleshooting activities.
  • Review all departmental documentation and make recommendations or create new for improvements. Coach/train personnel on all new or updated processes and procedures (ECO's, press packets, ISO/QS/TS, SPI's, Customer specifications, etc.).
  • Review and approve all completed Manufacturing Orders (MO's) prior to closing. Make recommendations for positive and/or negative standard variances.
  • Set and measure goals and objectives for all direct reports. Work to grow both professionally and personally all direct reports by enhancing their skill base so that they become more productive and valuable to the Company.
  • Coordinate with Planning and Customer Service personnel to ensure all Customer requirements are met thru capacity planning & other tools.
  • Monitor and control operation hours, labor hours and operating supplies including approval of departmental purchase requisitions.
  • Able to diagnose and assist the team with setting, removing and adjusting a Die
  • Participate as a member of the New Program Development/Quoting and APQP Teams.
  • Assist with Development on departmental annual budget. Champion continuous improvement projects to reduce cost, improve throughput, etc.
  • Participate in ISO/QS/TS internal and external audits.
  • Stay current (magazines, trade shows, seminars, etc.) on new technology as it relates to the Company scope.
  • Promote cleanliness and safety policies and procedures throughout the entire Company utilizing a 5S mentality.


Requirements

  • A minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in a medium/high volume metal stamping manufacturing environment.
  • BS degree in an Engineering related discipline or equivalent preferred.
  • Must possess good supervision, leadership, and coaching/training skills.
  • Must possess good analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Must be driven self-starter that works with little supervision.
  • Must have good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must possess the ability to multi-task and set priorities.
  • Must be a Team player and have the ability to interact effectively with all departments within the Company.
  • Must have good Windows-based PC skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, etc.).
  • ISO/QS/TS knowledge preferred.
  • Spanish is a plus.
  • ERP experience preferred.

This position is at our Elk Grove Village, IL location.

Pay Range: $100,000 - $130,000 per year

Other Benefits Include
  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401 (k) with company match
  • Holiday, Vacation and Personal Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Short Term Disability
  • Group Life and Accidental Insurance

US Pay Transparency

The base salary for this role will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.

If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Weiss-Aug, we encourage you to apply.

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