JOB SUMMARY:

Production Process Unit Manager is responsible for the overall operating performance of the manufacturing team. This position works collaboratively with Managers and Supervisors to streamline production with emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, waste reduction (material and processes) and productivity. Managing a team of Production Line Operators, Production Team Leads and Production Machine Operators.  Together with the Production Manager, this leader helps to develop and implement effective strategies to meet key manufacturing performance goals.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct manufacturing operations with and through a team Production Line Operators, Production Team Leads and Production Machine Operators. Monitor, measure, and report KPIs for each area.
• Assist the Production Manager in analyzing operations to improve safety, quality, and production efficiencies. Ensure compliance with Company standards for safety, quality, cost control, waste reduction, and on-time delivery.
• Implement the schedule for all the lines and effectively utilizing manpower to achieve Company goals.
• Verify all components are correct and listed on the MO before and during packaging.
• Analyze and determine all standards for packaging lines and ensure compliance to all schedule for processes and develop and maintain all packing orders effectively.
• Interface with other Company departments as necessary to ensure smooth coordination of scheduling and to achieve desired results.
• Participate in daily planning and obtain goal reviews as appropriate. Identify, communicate, and drive implementation of strategic action plans to meet Company performance objectives.
• Provide leadership for problem resolution to facilitate improvements and productive working relationships among various areas.
• Support our Company’s employee-ownership culture including employee participation and decision-making methods, morale, and employee development.
• Maintain a strong production floor presence. Adequately understand the processes to set the example for others to follow.
• Coach, mentor and evaluate employees to improve performance and aid in professional growth.
• Be a central leading figure in problem solving through effective root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Be a strong advocate for continuous improvement, engaging employees and striving daily for operational excellence.
• Excellent written and oral communications and interpersonal skills to facilitate work through multiple lines.
• Ability to think ahead, plan accordingly and prepare/deliver action plans to achieve results.
• Possess strong analytical skills and mechanical aptitude to help troubleshoot problems and implement improvement plans which deliver solutions effectively.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and assertive when appropriate.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations.
• Possess computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned by Manager

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Yes

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• 3-4 plus years of supervisory/management experience in a manufacturing environment, with machining and assembly processes a plus.
• Lean Six-Sigma certification with 3+ years of hands-on preferred.
• OSHA 30-Hour certification – preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, computer skills (WMS and Microsoft Suites), organizational skills and an eye for detail & accuracy

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• College degree, or commensurate experience
• 3-4 plus years of supervisory/management experience in a manufacturing environment, with machining and assembly processes a plus.
• Lean Six-Sigma certification with 3+ years of hands-on preferred.
• OSHA 30-Hour certification – preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, computer skills (WMS and Microsoft Suites), organizational skills and an eye for detail & accuracy

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Position requires walking, standing, sitting, twisting, bending, squatting, climbing stairs, reaching, pulling, and pushing. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. on occasion. Frequent computer usage and the ability to use both hands and feet, arms, and legs.