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Manufacturing Plant Manager
Dekko 4.2
Avilla, IN jobs
Job Title: Manufacturing Plant Manager
Reports To: VP of Operations
The Manufacturing Plant Manager provides both strategic and hands-on leadership for all plant operations, fully accountable for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People (SQDCP) performance. This role drives a Lean Manufacturing culture through Tier accountability systems, continuous improvement, and process standardization.
Ideal candidates bring deep expertise in molding and assembly, proven success leading cross-functional teams, and a track record of building high-performance operations through Lean systems and visual management.
What You'll Do:
Operational Leadership
Lead all plant operations: molding, assembly, maintenance, logistics, and materials.
Drive Lean Tier Systems (Tier 1-4) for daily performance management and escalation.
Oversee production planning, staffing, and workflow to ensure on-time delivery.
Maintain robust process control, preventive maintenance, and tooling management.
Collaborate with engineering, quality, supply chain, and finance to meet business goals.
Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
Champion Lean principles to reduce waste, improve flow, and standardize work.
Facilitate Tier meetings to ensure data-driven problem solving and rapid countermeasures.
Apply tools like 5S, Visual Management, Kaizen, SMED, Poka-Yoke, and A3 to drive measurable gains.
Build a culture of continuous improvement and operator engagement.
Link all Lean activity directly to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Morale.
People Leadership
Develop and empower supervisors and teams to hit operational and growth goals.
Build a high-accountability, high-performance culture.
Partner with HR on workforce planning, training, and engagement.
Lead with visibility - daily Gemba walks, Tier reviews, and team huddles.
Safety, Quality & Compliance
Promote a zero-injury culture through proactive engagement and risk assessments.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and quality standards (ISO/IATF).
Partner with Quality to ensure defect-free production and effective root cause resolution.
Financial & Strategic ManagementManage plant budget, labor, and capital projects.
Track and act on KPIs to meet cost, delivery, and efficiency targets.
Support initiatives in automation, capacity expansion, and technology adoption.
Identify and execute cost-reduction and process-optimization projects.
What You'll Need:
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Operations (Master's preferred).
10+ years in manufacturing operations, with 5+ years in a Plant Manager or senior leadership role.
Strong background in molding, assembly, tooling, and quality systems.
Proven success sustaining Lean Tier Systems and improving OEE, scrap, lead time, and labor efficiency.
Skills & Competencies
Deep knowledge of Lean tools and structured problem solving.
Strong leadership presence and communication across all levels.
Solid financial acumen with ability to connect operations to P&L results.
Proficiency with ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and visual factory tools.
Performance Metrics (KPIs)
Safety: Incident rate, near-miss reporting
Delivery: On-time performance, customer satisfaction
Quality: OEE, scrap, rework, first-pass yield
Cost: Labor efficiency, cost per unit
People: Engagement, retention
Lean Maturity: Tier meeting effectiveness, escalation adherence
Work Environment
Split between office and production floor.
Requires frequent floor presence and direct engagement with teams.
What We'll Give You:
A competitive compensation package. Quality medical benefits, including a company funded Pension, 401K plan, health & wellness perks and so much more!
Ready to build what's next?
Apply now or reach out to learn more.
Dekko is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive team.
$105k-137k yearly est. 5d ago
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Plant Manager
Westway Feed Products LLC 4.1
Catoosa, OK jobs
An opportunity has arisen for a
Plant Manager
based in
Catoosa, Oklahoma,
to take full responsibility and oversight of the facility. This position is responsible for all aspects of the plant including the P&L and budgeting responsibility. Managing plant operators, and partnering with environmental health and safety manager as well as working closely with the commercial, finance and human resources groups in meeting the objectives of the plant.
Westway Feed Products is North America's largest manufacturer of liquid supplements for livestock. Additionally, we produce feed mill products, dried molasses and industrial products. The core concept of Westway's business is to utilize co-products from other industries and convert them into safe, high-quality, cost effective, livestock feed supplements. While Westway's primary ingredient for many of our products is molasses, we also incorporate other co-products. The concept of utilizing these co-products is the foundation of our sustainability platform. Today, Westway operates 22 production facilities across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Our geographic reach allows for products to be developed according to environmental and production system variations across the country.
We are part of ED&F Man Commodities, a world leading trader of agricultural products including coffee, sugar, molasses and animal feed.
Responsibilities to include, but are not limited to:
Managerial:
Implements a zero-incident culture with a focus on elimination of incidents and hazards and preventing any damage to the environment
Performs all tasks in a safe and professional manner in conformance with regulations, terminal rules, quality standards and company policies
Maintains proficient communication with Health & Safety, Environment, Production, Quality Control, Maintenance, Logistics and Sales departments
Manages the P&L to meet regional and corporate financial goals
Maintains capital assets and manages capital improvements and construction projects associated with plant upgrades or new installations
Management of employees including hiring, discipline process, employee performance reviews, the safety of employees and the management of safety programs
Facilitation and development of customer relations and service using a quantitative, quality-based approach
Stays abreast of changes in working conditions or new technology that could increase the safety and efficiency of the operations
Initiates and supports improvement plans for employees to succeed in their efforts to achieve the goals of the department
Implements company policies on worker safety, safety regulations, company policies/procedures and work rules
Operational:
Responsible for all aspects of inventory management activity for the site
Manages plant costs and assets, including maintenance, repair, and capital for all equipment
Manages all contracts and subcontracts associated with the plant
Implements and manages plant security, environmental testing, corrective action, and permits
Performs plant inspections and manage project quality control
Manages plant truck distribution and logistics
Reports and investigates accidents or unsafe conditions at plant
Enforces company policies and procedures
Manage all contracts associated with plant including but not limited to rail carriers, land leases, trans loaders (sub-contractors), truck companies, and equipment
Implements and maintains daily, weekly, and yearly reports and summaries on production, inventory and plant equipment / asset maintenance
Daily activity and product inventory reporting
Coordinates and interacts with government agencies, including state, counties, and local personnel
Skills and Expertise
Industry experience required ideally from agriculture, bulk liquids, chemicals, fertilizers, terminal operations or food manufacturing
Bachelor's degree - highly preferred
Experience with the broad, multi-mode bulk liquid handling including truckload, shipping and rail
General engineering knowledge; steam boilers, compressors, loading racks, product blenders and automation systems
Strong computer skills and familiarity with truck, bulk and inventory programs, and MS windows applications and plant automation software
Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and techniques used in planning, budgeting, reporting, and staffing
Works effectively with others, has strong inter-personal and negotiation skills, can communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and good presentation skills at all levels of the organization
Ability to resolve and overcome issues, problems and roadblocks to meet objectives
HIGHLY COMPETITIVE PAY AND BENEFITS PACKAGE
We recognise that talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If this role excites you but you don't meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
Our Offer
We provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading.
Our Westway Values
Integrity, Accountability, Teamwork, Passion for Service, Business insight
Westway's values guide our pursuit of providing a safe and rewarding environment for our employees while helping our customers to thrive.
Our Commitment
We share the commitment of our parent company, ED&F Man Commodities. We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focussed on actively building and developing diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law.
We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.
To apply you must have the right to work for the provided location.
$62k-111k yearly est. 2d ago
Production Operations Manager
Valmont Industries 4.3
Tulsa, OK jobs
801 N Xanthus Tulsa Oklahoma 74110-4949
Why Valmont
We're Here to Move the World Forward.
Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.
Join a
Fortune
1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today.
We are the modern workforce
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The position supervises the profitable and safe operation of the manufacturing function in a growth environment. This is accomplished through employee motivation, plant scheduling and machine loading, proper maintenance and care of equipment, assuring a quality product, maintaining good management/employee relations, recommending new equipment and capital assets and controlling plant costs.
Essential Functions:
This position has approximately 8 direct reports and approximately 240-260 employees to directly and indirectly supervise
Satisfy customers through quality products and on time deliveries
Obtain a high level of plant productivity through continuous improvement
Ensure an effective maintenance program and personnel
Directs plant supervision in quality level necessary to minimize rejects, reworks, and field problems
Keep abreast of new manufacturing technology and equipment
Direct and advise an on-going safety program to minimize frequency and severity of accidents
Maintains a secure plant with a minimal loss of tools and inventory
Implement and maintain an effective MRO storeroom
Evaluate man-hour requirements in unusual and large jobs to assist sales force
Reviews reports to analyze department and employee performance levels
Maintain good employee relations
Demonstrates a commitment to the Valmont Safety Mission Statement and Corporate Safety's Critical Successes Factors process
Participates in the development and implementation of the annual Site SBO Plan, completes those tasks assigned to this position and provides necessary support and resources to have 100% of the Plan completed
Work with Accounting and PC to attain the financial goals set by upper management
Responsible in dealing with employee issues in partnership with Human Resources
This position also requires some travel and association with other Valmont facilities
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):
3-5 years of experience as a supervisor in a metal fabrication environment that exhibits the candidate's skills and capabilities to meet the principle accountabilities of the position
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
College Degree or equivalent work experience
Excellent communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Knowledge of IFS or MRP/ERP Systems and good computer skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
Strong leadership skills
Extensive knowledge of Manufacturing processes
Strong Microsoft Excel skills
Lean Daily Management, Managing for Daily Improvement, SQDC Board/Hour by Hour (Performance Board) Experience
Lean Kaizen/Operation Excellence/Continuous Improvement Shop Floor Experience
Experience with kitting operations
Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications
2+ years of experience managing multiple shifts
Bachelors of Science Degree in Business/Management or related field
Formal Lean Certification and ability to teach and lead shop floor change initiatives with a cross functional team
Working Environment and Physical Efforts:
Work is performed in a factory setting, with most of the time being spent moving around different areas of manufacturing and shipping areas. The incumbent is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time, as well as talk and listen on the phone and in personal conversations or meetings. This position will be exposed to all hazards located at manufacturing sites including noise, fumes, excessive heat/cold, dust, welding arc, all chemicals associated with the manufacturing areas, fire, smoke, unstable debris and confined spaces. Environment is fast-paced and demanding most of the time. This position will require long days to support the Manufacturing initiative for a multi-site, four shift, seven day a week operation.
The employee is frequently required to use hands to fingers, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms while working in the office with various files and forms and while working on the computer. Incumbent must utilize proper ergonomic safeguards such as monitor height and positions, keyboard location and height and proper wrist rests. The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds in working with large files, binders, computer equipment and shop equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
Benefits
Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family's overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:
Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
401k retirement plan with company match
Paid time off
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
Work Life Support
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more
Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email *************************.
$102k-128k yearly est. Auto-Apply 18d ago
Operations Manager - Manufacturing
Image Associates 4.2
Tulsa, OK jobs
Operations Manager needed for a unionized plant. Working in a 24/7 manufacturing environment, you will develop goals and processes for operations improvement. You must have operations experience in manufacturing in order to qualify. Your goal in running the organization will be to produce high quality products, manage increased volumes, and optimize facility, equipment, and manpower performance.
You will manage the performance of manufacturing, engineering, materials, quality, IT, human resources, and finance, ensuring that business and cost targets are met. Provide leadership for employee development, process ownership, and accountability.
Align objectives within each function to achieve the business strategic goals.; including safety, quality, reliability, productivity, and people development.
Understand and ensure all regulatory compliance standards are met.
Ensure that technical objectives are met and any roadblocks or issues are quickly resolved.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Manufacturing equivalent.
Requires manufacturing experience of 7 plus years with 5 years operations leadership.
Experience in change management, process improvement and optimization.
Able to lead in a way that builds trust with people in all departments from the shop floor to the executive offices.
Should be accessible 24/7 and holidays to support facility as needed.
Additional Information
Pearl Martin, Image Associates Inc. pearl AT jobspot DOT com
Please look me up on LinkedIn, and send me an invitation to Link: ********************************
$98k-140k yearly est. 3d ago
Operations Manager - Manufacturing
Image Associates 4.2
Tulsa, OK jobs
Operations Manager needed for a unionized plant. Working in a 24/7 manufacturing environment, you will develop goals and processes for operations improvement. You must have operations experience in manufacturing in order to qualify.
Your goal in running the organization will be to produce high quality products, manage increased volumes, and optimize facility, equipment, and manpower performance.
You will manage the performance of manufacturing, engineering, materials, quality, IT, human resources, and finance, ensuring that business and cost targets are met. Provide leadership for employee development, process ownership, and accountability.
Align objectives within each function to achieve the business strategic goals.; including safety, quality, reliability, productivity, and people development.
Understand and ensure all regulatory compliance standards are met.
Ensure that technical objectives are met and any roadblocks or issues are quickly resolved.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Manufacturing equivalent.
Requires manufacturing experience of 7 plus years with 5 years operations leadership.
Experience in change management, process improvement and optimization.
Able to lead in a way that builds trust with people in all departments from the shop floor to the executive offices.
Should be accessible 24/7 and holidays to support facility as needed.
Additional Information
Pearl Martin, Image Associates Inc. pearl AT jobspot DOT com
Please look me up on LinkedIn, and send me an invitation to Link: ********************************
$98k-140k yearly est. 25d ago
Manager - Production Sales Operations
Ferguson Enterprises 4.1
Indianapolis, IN jobs
Job Posting:
Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers' complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.
Manager - Production Sales Operations is responsible for the execution of our agreed upon scope of work with our customers. This position will lead a team of subject matter experts, supporting scheduling, purchasing, inventory management, delivery, install, final billing and warranty assistance. The overarching goal of the position is to create a positive experience for our customer, while ensuring Ferguson's profitability throughout the project.
Primary Responsibilities
Responsible for the execution of our production/multi-family/custom strategy ensuring operational alignment to sales and growth objectives
Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction by providing superior service support both on-site at projects and at the corporate level
Support local sales strategies through operational excellence, execution discipline, and partnership with field leadership
Adhere to Company compliance and Health Safety and Environment (HSE) policies, procedures, and requirements
Lead training initiatives for associates across multiple systems and processes to ensure consistency, accuracy, and service quality
Manage 5+ Direct Reports
Performance manages associates to ensure adherence to standards
Plan and direct staffing recommendations based on workload, project timelines, business needs and individual skillsets
Resolve issues that arise with a goal of excellence in service while maintaining a lens to profitability.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
5__ Years of appliance installation/builder industry/management preferred.
Bachelor's Degree is a plus
Appliance/Lighting installation/order management knowledge is preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, SharePoint, Access, etc.)
Detail-orientated with a proven ability to organize and prioritize work
At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!
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$6,150.00 - $9,841.67
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This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.
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Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.
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The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.
Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Information
$6.2k-9.8k monthly Auto-Apply 11d ago
Pharma & 3rd Party Manufacturing Manager
Clariant 4.8
Indiana jobs
Apply now " Apply now * Apply Now * Start applying with LinkedIn Start Please wait... Pharma & 3rd Party ManufacturingManager This role is responsible for shaping and executing the pharmaceutical manufacturing strategy in alignment with the broader healthcare segment objectives. The position drives strategic decision-making related to internal versus external manufacturing ("make or buy"), with a focus on optimizing cost efficiency, speed to market, and regulatory compliance for a pharma-compliant product portfolio. In addition, the role provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of third-party manufacturing activities, including tolling and contract manufacturing. This includes identifying, selecting, and managing Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CRDMOs), developing robust partnerships, and ensuring seamless product transfers and implementations. The role works in close collaboration with global and regional procurement teams, ensuring adherence to internal standards and external regulatory requirements throughout the entire product lifecycle.
Responsibilities
* In-house manufacturing strategy for pharmaceuticals in APAC, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations, cost competitiveness and timeline.
* Manage EHS, Quality, compliance, production process and cost control for the 3rd party manufacturer in scope in close alignment with the responsible units and departments.
* Implement and lead standardized process for qualification of CRDMOs as per Clariant policies & SOPs. Manage individual product implementations and lead the overall process for toller selection and qualification, technology transfer & IP protection, trial production and customer products approval.
* develop and monitor KPIs for 3rd party manufacturing activities and review CRDMOs performance on weekly/ monthly basis.
* Supervise manufacturing processes and ensure in-spec product quality. Coordinate root causes investigating for non-conformance, define and track improve actions.
* Implement cost-saving measures and improve operational efficiency. Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical and cosmetic GMP industry standards and regulations where applicable
Requirements
* Bachelor's degree or higher in Organic chemistry, engineering, or related field
* Applied experience in Pharma and cosmetic GMP with Proven track record of project management & leadership
* Experience in fine chemical production
* Experience in process development & improvement
* Ability to steer complexity cross functional teams
* Ability and willingness to work conceptionally and hands on at the same time
* Robust knowledge in Quality Management (preferable with min 5 years experience in a leading role in QM)
* Trustful teamplayer - delivers to promise
Our Offer
Company Culture
* Be part of an amazing team, who will be there to support you.
* A forward-looking company, with a culture of innovation and a strong portfolio in sustainable technologies.
* Ongoing Professional Development Opportunities
* Inclusive Work Environment
* Approachable Leadership
* Long term growth opportunity
* Work-Life Balance
* Speak Up Culture
* Women's Inclusion Network of Clariant (WIN)
Benefits
* In-house Cafeteria & Subsidized meals
* 30 Days Annual Paid Leaves
* Clariant-Sponsored Annual Health Check-Up
* Employee Wellbeing & Assistance Program
* Group Medical Insurance, Group Personal Accident Insurance and Life Insurance
* Maternity & Parental leave policies
* Performance-Based Competitive Annual Bonus Plan
Your Contact
Adelaide D'Mello ****************************
Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.
At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status ,age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.
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$78k-97k yearly est. Easy Apply 60d+ ago
Lean Excellence Manager
Valmont Industries 4.3
Tulsa, OK jobs
801 N Xanthus Tulsa Oklahoma 74110-4949
Why Valmont
We're Here to Move the World Forward.
Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.
Join a
Fortune
1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today.
We are the modern workforce
. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.
A Brief Summary of This Position:
This position is a Strategic Site Leader. The incumbent will be responsible for institutionalizing a Lean Culture. This indirect leadership position is responsible for assisting in the Lean transformation for Oklahoma Operations through influence and relationship, as directed by the Senior Plant Manager. The incumbent will coach and train, managers, supervisors and office and shop floor team members in the applications of Lean tools and processes including Kaizen events and key metrics associated with ongoing Lean improvement. The incumbent will drive the Lean journey by implementing and utilizing Lean Principles and Methodologies. The role of the site Lean Excellence Manager is to champion the use of effective tools to improve operations, measure success and deliver ever-improving results. This position will build strong relationships throughout the organization to establish trust and credibility in the methodologies of Lean.
Essential Functions:
Identify, prioritize, and facilitate the execution of a Site Transformation Plan through: Value Stream Mapping, Critical KPI's, our Lean Assessment Tool, and Strategy Deployment.
Must have strong data analytical skills to pull information out of systems
Drive the strategic vision within the business
Identify improvement opportunity participants
Provide relevant training and execution leadership
Lead, facilitate, and identify ownership of action plans for improvement opportunity events
Ensure sustainment of improvement opportunity events
Provide specified communication (including visual management) throughout the improvement opportunity events
Assist and facilitate the utilization of solid problem solving methodology to assist in action item generation for strategy deployment targets
SQDC to Valmont Standards
Mentor Lean certification 3A participants through their required Lean events
Assist in the execution and evaluation of the Lean assessment
Schedule, support, and summarize/report the Lean Steering Committee meetings
Identify barriers to achieving results and provide direct communicate to leadership
Implement an operations wide 5S program
Facilitate the celebration and communication of successful improvement opportunities
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):
Preferred Bachelors with 6+ years relevant experience or Associates Degree with 8+ years relevant experience or 10+ years of relevant experience
Preferred facilitation/coaching experience at TPM events, Standard Work Events, SMED events, RCA's manufacturing and administrative value stream improvement projects
A solid understanding of Lean principles and methodology
A professional Lean Certification and commitment to continuous Lean learning
Demonstrated experience effectively managing others while facilitating and delivering results to a business
Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Share Point, Internet Explorer
Effective facilitation skill set for interaction with all levels of the organization
Strong bias for Action
Data Driven decision making
Respectfully challenges the status quo
Other professional job duties as required
Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications
Advanced Degree
Connection or work with Shingo
Working Environment and Physical Efforts:
Work is performed in a factory setting, with most of the time being spent moving around different areas of manufacturing and shipping areas. The incumbent is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time, as well as talk and listen on the phone and in personal conversations or meetings. This position will be exposed to all hazards located at manufacturing sites including noise, fumes, excessive heat/cold, dust, welding arc, all chemicals associated with the manufacturing areas, fire, smoke, unstable debris and confined spaces. Environment is fast-paced and demanding most of the time. This position will require long days to support the Lean initiative for a multi-site, four shift, seven day a week operation.
The employee is frequently required to use hands to fingers, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms while working in the office with various files and forms and while working on the computer. Incumbent must utilize proper ergonomic safeguards such as monitor height and positions, keyboard location and height and proper wrist rests. The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds in working with large files, binders, computer equipment and shop equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
Benefits
Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family's overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:
Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
401k retirement plan with company match
Paid time off
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
Work Life Support
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more
Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email *************************.
$93k-115k yearly est. Auto-Apply 43d ago
Director of Quality, Manufacturing Operations
Flightsafety 4.4
Broken Arrow, OK jobs
International
FlightSafety International is the world's premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world's largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom.
Purpose of Position
The Director of Quality, Manufacturing Operations is responsible for developing, deploying, and maintaining all aspects of the quality management system of FlightSafety International's Simulation Systems division, managing all quality policies, procedures, processes, programs, and practices to assure the organization of continuous improvement, conformance, and effectiveness with the appropriate standards and regulations.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Directs the quality department team and programs to support the FlightPlan.
Responsible for results in terms of product quality and conformance to regulations and organizational policies. Will act as the Management Representative for Quality.
Develops and deploys the quality system that ensures product conformance to defined requirements.
Develop and track Key Performance Indicators.
Ensure ongoing compliance of the organization's QMS to existing or new quality standards (ISO9001, AS9100, etc.).
Responsible for CAPA, continuous process improvement, auditing projects, and a good understanding of business risk-reward tradeoffs in project management.
Knowledge of Quality documentation process, Document Control practices, as well as managing documents, records, forms, work-instructions in an easy-to-use and fast retrieval system.
Periodically reviews the suitability and effectiveness of the quality system with executive management. Understand, comply, and improve established company SOPs, policies, and procedures.
Leads all continuous improvement initiatives for FlightSafety Simulation Systems
Manages interactions with customers and regulatory authorities concerning the quality of products, systems, and processes.
Work with purchasing & production in the evaluation of suppliers and selection of potential suppliers.
Work with customer service, program managers, marketing, and engineering to determine and resolve customer-initiated actions for improvement.
Identifies and manages continuous improvement projects that may span multiple sections or departments/divisions with the objectives of achieving quality, reliability, and cost improvements.
Use process mapping techniques such as Lean and/or Six Sigma process improvement methodologies to reduce waste and improve quality outputs.
Share across the FlightSafety International family of businesses/divisions improvement ideas and guidance as requested and determined in consultation with the organization's executive and senior-level managers.
Minimum Education
Four-year degree required in Engineering &/or Technical discipline.
Minimum Experience
Minimum of 12 years of manufacturing/technical business experience.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Strong project management skills required.
Must be a self-starter with a desire to drive change throughout the business.
Must be a customer advocate.
Certified Black Belt or enrollment in certification program preferred.
Strong computer skills required, including Access, Word, Excel, JMP (or other stats package), Visio and ERP system utilization.
This position may require access to information that is subject to compliance with the U.S. export regulations including but not limited to the Arms Export Control Act (AECA), the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) regulations. For roles subject to these regulations, applicants must qualify as a U.S. Person, or FlightSafety must be granted the appropriate authorization from the governing agencies whose technology and information comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires the approval of an export license will be conditional on FlightSafety International's determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a timeframe consistent with our business requirements. A “U.S. Person” according to the applicable definitions is a U.S. Citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee.
Some positions will require the successful applicant be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance, which may require U.S. Citizenship.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met and/or encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of required compliance reviews, including verification that the candidate is not prohibited from employment under U.S. economic sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).
This position may require access to export-controlled technology or services subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment consideration and any offer of employment are contingent upon the applicant's ability to comply with these requirements, including qualifying as a “U.S. Person” under applicable regulations or otherwise eligible for export authorization within a timeframe consistent with business needs. A “U.S. Person” includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (holders of approved and unexpired green cards), and certain refugees or asylees with protected status under U.S. law.
This position may also require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance for the duration of employment.
Cybersecurity Notice: All official recruiting communication from FlightSafety International will come from ******************** email address. FlightSafety International will never ask for personal or financial information through social media or third-party email providers.
$84k-114k yearly est. 33d ago
Director of Quality, Manufacturing Operations
Flightsafety International Inc. 4.4
Broken Arrow, OK jobs
About FlightSafety International FlightSafety International is the world's premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world's largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom.
Purpose of Position
The Director of Quality, Manufacturing Operations is responsible for developing, deploying, and maintaining all aspects of the quality management system of FlightSafety International's Simulation Systems division, managing all quality policies, procedures, processes, programs, and practices to assure the organization of continuous improvement, conformance, and effectiveness with the appropriate standards and regulations.
Tasks and Responsibilities
* Directs the quality department team and programs to support the FlightPlan.
* Responsible for results in terms of product quality and conformance to regulations and organizational policies. Will act as the Management Representative for Quality.
* Develops and deploys the quality system that ensures product conformance to defined requirements.
* Develop and track Key Performance Indicators.
* Ensure ongoing compliance of the organization's QMS to existing or new quality standards (ISO9001, AS9100, etc.).
* Responsible for CAPA, continuous process improvement, auditing projects, and a good understanding of business risk-reward tradeoffs in project management.
* Knowledge of Quality documentation process, Document Control practices, as well as managing documents, records, forms, work-instructions in an easy-to-use and fast retrieval system.
* Periodically reviews the suitability and effectiveness of the quality system with executive management. Understand, comply, and improve established company SOPs, policies, and procedures.
* Leads all continuous improvement initiatives for FlightSafety Simulation Systems
* Manages interactions with customers and regulatory authorities concerning the quality of products, systems, and processes.
* Work with purchasing & production in the evaluation of suppliers and selection of potential suppliers.
* Work with customer service, program managers, marketing, and engineering to determine and resolve customer-initiated actions for improvement.
* Identifies and manages continuous improvement projects that may span multiple sections or departments/divisions with the objectives of achieving quality, reliability, and cost improvements.
* Use process mapping techniques such as Lean and/or Six Sigma process improvement methodologies to reduce waste and improve quality outputs.
* Share across the FlightSafety International family of businesses/divisions improvement ideas and guidance as requested and determined in consultation with the organization's executive and senior-level managers.
Minimum Education
* Four-year degree required in Engineering &/or Technical discipline.
Minimum Experience
* Minimum of 12 years of manufacturing/technical business experience.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
* Strong project management skills required.
* Must be a self-starter with a desire to drive change throughout the business.
* Must be a customer advocate.
* Certified Black Belt or enrollment in certification program preferred.
* Strong computer skills required, including Access, Word, Excel, JMP (or other stats package), Visio and ERP system utilization.
This position may require access to information that is subject to compliance with the U.S. export regulations including but not limited to the Arms Export Control Act (AECA), the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) regulations. For roles subject to these regulations, applicants must qualify as a U.S. Person, or FlightSafety must be granted the appropriate authorization from the governing agencies whose technology and information comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires the approval of an export license will be conditional on FlightSafety International's determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a timeframe consistent with our business requirements. A "U.S. Person" according to the applicable definitions is a U.S. Citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee.
Some positions will require the successful applicant be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance, which may require U.S. Citizenship.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met and/or encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of required compliance reviews, including verification that the candidate is not prohibited from employment under U.S. economic sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).
This position may require access to export-controlled technology or services subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment consideration and any offer of employment are contingent upon the applicant's ability to comply with these requirements, including qualifying as a "U.S. Person" under applicable regulations or otherwise eligible for export authorization within a timeframe consistent with business needs. A "U.S. Person" includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (holders of approved and unexpired green cards), and certain refugees or asylees with protected status under U.S. law.
This position may also require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance for the duration of employment.
Cybersecurity Notice: All official recruiting communication from FlightSafety International will come from ******************** email address. FlightSafety International will never ask for personal or financial information through social media or third-party email providers.
$84k-114k yearly est. 41d ago
Manager, Manufacturing
Masterbrand Cabinets 4.6
Goshen, IN jobs
For nearly 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. That, combined with our stylish products, expansive dealer and retail network, and dedicated associates, has helped make us the number one North American residential cabinet business. Our unique culture of continuous improvement is based on trusting the tools, empowering the team and moving forward, and is kept alive by our more than 10,000 associates across 20 plus manufacturing facility and offices. Visit
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to learn more and join us in building great experiences together!
Job Description
The Finishing Production Manager will lead production operations for MasterBrand's finishing department, overseeing the Venjakob, Pater Noster, and hangline systems that apply stain, paint, and coating processes to wood cabinetry assemblies. This critical role is responsible for enforcing process controls, maintaining high product quality standards, ensuring equipment efficiency through Preventative Maintenance, and driving continuous improvement. In addition, this role will focus on developing a high-performing team through strong leadership and fostering a culture of operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Production & Process Control
Oversee daily production operations for finishing lines, including automated and semi-automated Venjakob, Pater Noster, and manual hangline systems.
Enforce process control systems and ensure compliance with quality standards through Statistical Process Control (SPC) and other methodologies.
Monitor production metrics, set targets, and develop strategies to achieve high efficiency, throughput, and quality.
Identify and address bottlenecks, variability, or downtime factors, leveraging problem-solving techniques and corrective actions to maintain smooth operations.
Quality Assurance & SPC Implementation
Manage SPC charts and implement real-time data tracking to ensure coating quality and consistency.
Conduct root cause analyses for quality deviations and implement corrective actions.
Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to update and enforce quality protocols in the finishing process.
Preventative Maintenance
Develop and oversee Preventative Maintenance schedules for finishing equipment, including Venjakob, Pater Noster, and hangline systems.
Collaborate with the Maintenance team to ensure equipment reliability, identify potential issues proactively, and minimize downtime.
Ensure routine inspections, maintenance checks, and repairs are completed on schedule and to standard.
Team Leadership & Development
Foster a team-oriented, safety-conscious culture, prioritizing the health and well-being of all team members.
Lead, train, and mentor a team of production operators, technicians, and support staff in the finishing department.
Conduct performance evaluations, provide coaching, and build development plans to support career growth within the team.
Continuous Improvement & Project Management
Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements to enhance quality, productivity, and efficiency.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering and operations, to lead projects focused on operational enhancements and equipment upgrades.
Drive a culture of continuous improvement by setting high standards for team and individual performance.
Qualifications
Education
: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field (required).
Experience
:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a production or manufacturingmanagement role, preferably in a finishing or automated paint line environment.
Skills
:
Proven leadership capabilities with experience in team development, conflict resolution, and performance management.
Strong technical skills with a solid understanding of preventative maintenance, quality control, and production optimization.
Proficiency in Statistical Process Control (SPC) and process improvement methodologies.
Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, with exposure to chemicals, noise, and fluctuating temperatures.
Additional Information
For nearly 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. That, combined with our stylish products, expansive dealer and retail network, and dedicated associates, has helped make us the number one North American residential cabinet business. Our unique culture of continuous improvement is based on trusting the tools, empowering the team and moving forward, and is kept alive by our more than 14,000 associates across 20 plus manufacturing facility and offices. Visit
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to learn more and join us in building great experiences together!
Equal Employment Opportunity
MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is an equal opportunity employer. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasterBrand Cabinets LLC's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Reasonable Accommodations
MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact us at
[email protected]
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$94k-121k yearly est. 3d ago
Production Manager
Interplastic Corporation 4.1
South Bend, IN jobs
Production Manager
South Bend, Indiana
What is Molding Products:
Molding Products, a division of IP Corporation, is a leading manufacturer of sheet molding compound (SMC) materials used in automotive, electrical, and industrial applications. As part of the IP Corporation family-alongside Interplastic, North American Composites, and HK Research-we are committed to delivering top-tier composite solutions with consistency, innovation, and customer focus.
What is a Production Manager:
We are seeking a results-driven Production Manager to lead day-to-day operations at our South Bend, IN facility. This individual will be responsible for ensuring production targets are met safely, efficiently, and with the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, operational excellence, and a continuous improvement mindset to our plant floor.
What you'll do as a Production Manager:
Lead and manage all aspects of production operations, including scheduling, staffing, safety, quality, and performance metrics
Maintain and promote a world-class safety program, with a strong focus on continuously improving the site's safety culture.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Safety, Maintenance, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to ensure production goals and customer expectations are consistently met.
Coach team members on safety protocols, performance data, quality standards, and productivity goals to drive accountability and improvement.
Offer leadership, guidance, and ongoing training to both direct and indirect production staff, fostering a high-performing and engaged team environment.
Monitor production data and implement strategies to improve throughput, reduce downtime, and optimize material usage
Drive a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma principles
Report on KPIs and provide regular updates to Plant Manager and senior leadership
What we are looking for in a Production Manager:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience) Preferred but not required
5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production leadership role, preferably in the composites, chemical, or industrial materials industry
A passion for continuous learning and growth-you're always looking for ways to improve and enjoy helping others do the same.
Strong organizational skills and sound decision-making, especially when it comes to driving change and making meaningful improvements.
Six Sigma Green Belt certification (or similar) is a plus but not required-if you're experienced in process improvement, we'd love to hear about it.
Hands-on experience with lean manufacturing practices such as 5S, poka-yoke, or kaizen events is a strong advantage.
Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 standards, you've worked in environments where quality and environmental standards matter.
A natural leader with experience building strong teams and motivating others to perform at their best.
Experience using MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems is helpful, especially if you've used them to streamline operations.
You're a self-starter who takes ownership of your work, meets deadlines, and thrives with minimal supervision.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project-you're comfortable using digital tools to stay organized and communicate clearly.
Why Molding Products?
Positive, challenging and supportive work environment.
Competitive benefits, including dental, vision, generous PTO, 401(k)with company match and more.
Freedom to innovate and make a difference in a vibrant, values-driven company that cares about its people.
Molding Products is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace. If you are an experienced customer service professional with a strong background in manufacturing, we encourage you to apply and join our team!
The annual salary range below is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include but are not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate's work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.
Pay Transparency Range
$117,682.00-$147,610.00 USD
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$117.7k-147.6k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Production Manager (Night Shift)
Niagara Water 4.5
Plainfield, IN jobs
At Niagara, we're looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.
Consider applying here, if you want to:
Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
Develop lasting relationships with great people.
Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.
Production Manager (Night Shift) This position is responsible for managing daily operations of the Production Department; ensuring the plant meets established safety, quality, and production goals in compliance with all applicable legal and food safety requirements.
Essential Functions
Manages and directs activities of the production department, ensuring product adheres to Niagara's standard of safety, quality, and throughput.
Collaborates with the planning department to create production schedules that meet both internal and external needs. Establishes and adjusts work procedures and schedules to meet production plan.
Maintains effective working relationships with team members through open communication, visibility, and involvement to promote a positive working environment that maximizes safety, employee engagement, productivity, and throughput.
Provides direction to supervisors on team member coaching and development, employment decisions, and resolving issues through conflict resolution. Hires, trains, coaches and reviews performance of team members. Partners with Human Resources for recruitment, corrective actions, and terminations.
Collaborates with Maintenance Department leadership to plan preventative maintenance on the production lines.
Analyzes and submits reports for production numbers, downtime, attendance, overtime and quality checks to the Plant Director.
Collaborates with the Plant Director and Planning Department to develop the Production Department budget and forecast.
Develops, recommends, and implements measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
Develops capital equipment justification for machine upgrades and process technology to improve quality, cost, and cycle times.
Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of department personnel.
Interfaces with multiple departments within in the organization to ensure customer deadlines are met.
Collaborates with plant leadership to champion a world-class safety culture.
Adheres to the highest standards of company and plant safety programs, guidelines, rules, and regulations.
Abides by Niagara's Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) and Food Safety Standards at all times.
Collaborates with raw material planners to ensure correct inventories based on production schedules. Escalates supplier quality issues to prevent customer shortages.
Partners with the Quality Department to prevent and resolve Non-Conforming Finished Goods and Non-Conforming Raw Materials.
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.
Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.
Qualifications
*experience may include a combination of work experience and education
Minimum Qualifications:
6 Years - Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
6 Years - Experience in a similar position
4 Years - Experience managing people/projects
Understanding of production processes and controls
Preferred Qualifications:
10+ Years- Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
10+ Years - Experience working in a similar position
6 Years - Experience managing people/projects
Education
Minimum Required:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related vocational studies
Preferred:
Master's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related vocational studies
Benefits
Our Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family:
Regular full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part-time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package.
Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time
Paid parental and caregiver leaves
Medical, including virtual care options
Dental
Vision
401(k) with company match
Health Savings Account with company match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members
Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements
Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan
Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities
And more!
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Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Niagara Bottling, LLC. Niagara Bottling, LLC will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
Employment agencies that have fee agreements with Niagara Bottling, LLC and have been engaged on a search shall submit résumé to the designated Niagara Bottling, LLC recruiter or, upon authorization, submit résumé into this career site to be eligible for placement fees.
$60k-89k yearly est. Auto-Apply 21d ago
Manufacturing Supervisor (Night Shift)
Amcor 4.8
Terre Haute, IN jobs
**Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that's transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.** At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It's our core value and integral to how we do business.
Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win - adapting quickly in an everchanging world - and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.
To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit ************* I LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook I YouTube
**Job Description**
The role of the Manufacturing Supervisor is to manage shift production in achieving safety, quality, service, waste, productivity and culture goals. This will be achieved through providing strong leadership to the team and managing the systems, equipment, people, and materials according to the established policies, procedures, specifications, and customer requirements.
**WHAT YOU GET TO DO**
+ Acts as a safety leader and puts safety first in all responsibilities. Works in conjunction with the EHS Manager to establish and maintain all policies and programs to assure a safe working environment.
+ Monitor colleague practices to ensure they comply with regulatory and company safety and quality policies.
+ Investigate and recommend improvements related to near miss, property damage, or employee injury incidents.
+ Support plant safety programs by actively participating in daily audits, GEMBAs, incident investigation and continuous improvement programs.
+ Monitor products to verify conformance to specifications.
+ Oversee daily production to ensure production goals are achieved.
+ Manage employee timecards and time-off requests to ensure accurate payroll and adequate coverage.
+ Champion continuous improvement projects and ensure gains made from initiatives are sustained.
+ Manage daily production schedules, providing recommendations on areas for improved efficiency.
+ Evaluate equipment and material problems and interact with Maintenance, Process Engineering, and others to resolve them.
+ Investigate and report when production standards are not met.
+ Analyze production information using the production dashboard and SAP.
+ Foster and support a High Performance Culture; help to build and promote a strong "Teamwork" environment in each individual work group.
+ Supervise production employees and proactively act upon employee relations opportunities.
+ Monitor colleague interactions to ensure they comply with Amcor's Values.
+ Create an open two-way dialogue with all colleagues; initiate or suggest plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.
+ Evaluate employee performance and conduct performance reviews while supporting employee growth and career development.
+ Interpret and enforce company disciplinary process in a consistent and fair manner.
+ Ensure employee training is current and concepts have been retained by the employee.
**WHAT WE VALUE**
+ A strong commitment to safety and quality.
+ Strong communication skills.
+ Excellent problem solving skills with ability to gather and analyze data to identify and resolve problems using both an individual and collaborative approach.
+ Ability to handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure.
+ A leadership style that encourages team involvement, improved morale, and continuous improvement.
+ Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
**WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU**
+ Bachelor's degree and minimum of 2 years' experience in operations, production supervision, quality, maintenance or related experience preferred OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience totaling 5 or more years
+ Experience in a manufacturing environment
+ Computer proficiency required (MS Office Suite experience preferred), SAP experience a plus
**Our Expectations**
We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:
+ Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
+ Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor's quality, service, and innovation
+ Our investors benefit from Amcor's consistent growth and superior returns
+ The environment is better off because of Amcor's leadership and products
**Equal Opportunity** **Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual** **Orientation/Gender Identity**
Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the _"Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster_ . If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call ************ and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
**E-Verify**
We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.
**Benefits**
When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:
+ Medical, dental and vision plans
+ Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees
+ Company-paid holidays starting at 9 days per year and may be slightly higher by location
+ Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
+ Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
+ Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary accident disability benefits are available
+ Paid Parental Leave
+ Retirement Savings Plan with company match
+ Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
+ Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)
**About Amcor**
Amcor is the global leader in developing and producing responsible consumer packaging and dispensing solutions across a variety of materials for nutrition, health, beauty and wellness categories. Our global product innovation and sustainability expertise enables us to solve packaging challenges around the world every day, producing a range of flexible packaging, rigid packaging, cartons and closures that are more sustainable, functional and appealing for our customers and their consumers. We are guided by our purpose of elevating customers, shaping lives and protecting the future. Supported by a commitment to safety, over 75,000 people generate $23 billion in annualized sales from operations that span over 400 locations in more than 40 countries. NYSE: AMCR; ASX: AMC
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$56k-70k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Manufacturing Supervisor (Night Shift)
Amcor 4.8
Terre Haute, IN jobs
Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that's transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.
At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It's our core value and integral to how we do business.
Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win - adapting quickly in an everchanging world - and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.
To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit ************* I LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook I YouTube
Job Description
The role of the Manufacturing Supervisor is to manage shift production in achieving safety, quality, service, waste, productivity and culture goals. This will be achieved through providing strong leadership to the team and managing the systems, equipment, people, and materials according to the established policies, procedures, specifications, and customer requirements.
WHAT YOU GET TO DO
Acts as a safety leader and puts safety first in all responsibilities. Works in conjunction with the EHS Manager to establish and maintain all policies and programs to assure a safe working environment.
Monitor colleague practices to ensure they comply with regulatory and company safety and quality policies.
Investigate and recommend improvements related to near miss, property damage, or employee injury incidents.
Support plant safety programs by actively participating in daily audits, GEMBAs, incident investigation and continuous improvement programs.
Monitor products to verify conformance to specifications.
Oversee daily production to ensure production goals are achieved.
Manage employee timecards and time-off requests to ensure accurate payroll and adequate coverage.
Champion continuous improvement projects and ensure gains made from initiatives are sustained.
Manage daily production schedules, providing recommendations on areas for improved efficiency.
Evaluate equipment and material problems and interact with Maintenance, Process Engineering, and others to resolve them.
Investigate and report when production standards are not met.
Analyze production information using the production dashboard and SAP.
Foster and support a High Performance Culture; help to build and promote a strong “Teamwork” environment in each individual work group.
Supervise production employees and proactively act upon employee relations opportunities.
Monitor colleague interactions to ensure they comply with Amcor's Values.
Create an open two-way dialogue with all colleagues; initiate or suggest plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.
Evaluate employee performance and conduct performance reviews while supporting employee growth and career development.
Interpret and enforce company disciplinary process in a consistent and fair manner.
Ensure employee training is current and concepts have been retained by the employee.
WHAT WE VALUE
A strong commitment to safety and quality.
Strong communication skills.
Excellent problem solving skills with ability to gather and analyze data to identify and resolve problems using both an individual and collaborative approach.
Ability to handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure.
A leadership style that encourages team involvement, improved morale, and continuous improvement.
Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU
Bachelor's degree and minimum of 2 years' experience in operations, production supervision, quality, maintenance or related experience preferred OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience totaling 5 or more years
Experience in a manufacturing environment
Computer proficiency required (MS Office Suite experience preferred), SAP experience a plus
Our Expectations
We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:
Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor's quality, service, and innovation
Our investors benefit from Amcor's consistent growth and superior returns
The environment is better off because of Amcor's leadership and products
Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Benefits
When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:
Medical, dental and vision plans
Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees
Company-paid holidays starting at 9 days per year and may be slightly higher by location
Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary accident disability benefits are available
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)
$56k-70k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Supervisor Manufacturing-US
Kennametal Inc. 4.8
New Albany, IN jobs
About Kennametal
With over 85 years as an industrial technology leader, Kennametal Inc. delivers productivity to customers through materials science, tooling and wear-resistant solutions. Customers across aerospace and defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation turn to Kennametal to help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Learn more at kennametal.com. Follow @Kennametal: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.
Job Title: Production Supervisor
Location: New Albany, IN
Shift: 3rd shift (Sunday - Thursday -- 11pm - 7:30am shift)
Role:
Supervise direct labor within defined department or shifts, establish, monitor, and maintain efficient manufacturing processes and workflow for production demands. Provide direction, training, and guidance to assigned staff.
Responsibilities:
Organize, implement, and maintain production process flow
Train and supervise staff
Establish and maintain quality culture
Develop work instructions, workmanship standards, and process documentation, and ensure they are followed
Continuously improve existing operations for increased quality, productivity, efficiency and cost savings
Troubleshoot operational issues and report findings and recommended solutions to the broader team
Liaise with Management, production planners and product engineering on all department requirements
Provide manufacturing data i.e., production control charts, reliability, process capability, to improve the process and monitor and measure progress to targets
Identify and achieve documented cost savings through process improvement
Recommend new equipment and manage capital expenditure projects and justifications
Ability to lead a team of people to drive improvement in all phases of an operation.
Lead and assist with manufacturing improvement projects
Organize meetings with other team members to facilitate growth.
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent
A.S. in engineering or other related fields
preferred3+ years' experience in manufacturing environment
Proven track record and working knowledge in a manufacturing industry
Good knowledge of cell custom build, Lean Manufacturing, six sigma and ISO methodology
Kennametal Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer
$64k-82k yearly est. 43d ago
Supervisor Manufacturing-US
Kennametal 4.8
New Albany, IN jobs
With over 85 years as an industrial technology leader, Kennametal Inc. delivers productivity to customers through materials science, tooling and wear-resistant solutions. Customers across aerospace and defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation turn to Kennametal to help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Learn more at kennametal.com. Follow @Kennametal: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.
Job Title: Production Supervisor
Location: New Albany, IN
Shift: 3rd shift (Sunday - Thursday -- 11pm - 7:30am shift)
Role:
Supervise direct labor within defined department or shifts, establish, monitor, and maintain efficient manufacturing processes and workflow for production demands. Provide direction, training, and guidance to assigned staff.
Responsibilities:
* Organize, implement, and maintain production process flow
* Train and supervise staff
* Establish and maintain quality culture
* Develop work instructions, workmanship standards, and process documentation, and ensure they are followed
* Continuously improve existing operations for increased quality, productivity, efficiency and cost savings
* Troubleshoot operational issues and report findings and recommended solutions to the broader team
* Liaise with Management, production planners and product engineering on all department requirements
* Provide manufacturing data i.e., production control charts, reliability, process capability, to improve the process and monitor and measure progress to targets
* Identify and achieve documented cost savings through process improvement
* Recommend new equipment and manage capital expenditure projects and justifications
* Ability to lead a team of people to drive improvement in all phases of an operation.
* Lead and assist with manufacturing improvement projects
* Organize meetings with other team members to facilitate growth.
Education:
* High School diploma or equivalent
* A.S. in engineering or other related fields
* preferred3+ years' experience in manufacturing environment
* Proven track record and working knowledge in a manufacturing industry
* Good knowledge of cell custom build, Lean Manufacturing, six sigma and ISO methodology
Kennametal Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer
$64k-82k yearly est. 43d ago
Production Manager - Evansville, IN
Chem Group 3.4
Evansville, IN jobs
CHEM Group is a custom chemical processor with expertise in various distillation technologies, pastillation, blending, reaction chemistry purification and heat transfer fluids
We are currently looking for a Production Manager in Evansville, IN.
What is a Production Manager?
The Production Manager is responsible for managing the day-to day operations of the assigned plant or facility.
What do I have to do?
Supervision and leadership of operations personnel to ensure safe and efficient plant operation.
Ensuring plant production is optimal and goals are met or exceeded with respect to productivity, throughput, cycle times, yields, and finished product quality
Creating a work environment that drives incident-free operations. Ensuring optimal performance in environmental compliance, health and safety.
Coordinating with Transportation Manager to manage material transfer in and out of the Plant.
Paperwork accuracy is a critical requirement for this role. Confirming data through comparison of customer supplied data with Chem Group measurements is required in order to identify variances as soon as possible. This role is required to understand the various customer and chem group products to recognize data inaccuracies.
Issue Purchase Orders (PO) as requested for outside services, equipment repairs, parts, supplies, shipping materials and other items as directed. All purchases should be based on best pricing, short lead times and quality. Identify top suppliers by dollars spent and negotiate volume purchase pricing and other favorable terms.
As needed issue supplier complaints with expected corrective action from the supplier for non-conformances such as late delivery, wrong parts, defective parts and out-of-specification material.
Responsible for site waste management
Routine and preventative maintenance of all critical equipment.
Scheduling of Plant personnel
Maintaining excellent housekeeping practices in the Plant
Abide by the principles in the EHS&S and Quality mission statements
What Benefits do you offer?
Full benefits packet that include Medical, Dental, and Vision. ONLY $30/month for Employee Only Medical Insurance!!!!
Company PAID Life insurance with the option to purchase additional life insurance!
Company PAID Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability!
HSA Account with an Employer Contribution!!!
401K with Employer Match with immediate vesting!!
Holiday and Vacation pay!!
And Much More!!
Requirements
Skills and Education Requirements:
Engineering Degree or Similar with an emphasis on Chemistry
Chemical Plant Supervision or Lead (minimum 5 years)
Understanding of material flows and production planning
Excellent written and verbal communication
Proficient in Microsoft Programs (i.e. Office, Excel, Outlook)
Demonstrated leadership and team building skills
Ability to drive daily execution
Working Conditions:
Must be willing and able to climb stairs, use a ladder, and lift 60 pounds
Must comply with drug and alcohol testing policy as set forth in the CHEM Group, Inc. Employee Handbook
Must be available to work any shift including nights and weekends as needed
Must be willing and able to wear all required personal protective equipment which shall always include appropriate eye protection, a hard hat, and steel toed work shoes. Required personal protective equipment may also, from time to time, include a respirator, special gloves, heavy rubber boots, a face shield, or a full hazmat suit.
EOE
$41k-61k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Manager Production - La Porte
Monosol 4.3
Indiana jobs
The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of planning, directing, and coordinating the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with safety, quality, service, cost and quantity specifications. This position will provide hands on leadership, direction and coaching while influencing other departments that have a direct impact on overall plant culture and performance. They will drive growth and development of team members as well as company values. The Production Manager will work with plant leadership to handle all personnel issues and the administrative duties that accompany.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Communicate the actions needed to implement MonoSol's production strategy and business plan within the team; explain the relationship to the broader organization's mission, vision and values; motivate people to commit to these and to doing extraordinary things to achieve business goals.
Develop plans for site to include resource planning and monitoring and reporting on performance against the plan.
Identify shortcomings in existing manufacturing processes, systems, and procedures; deliver straightforward improvements to manufacturing processes and methods.
Follow the organization's Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) policies, procedures and mandatory instructions, to identify and mitigate environmental risks and risks to the wellbeing of oneself and others in the workplace.
Identify patterns of risky behavior within the team and take appropriate action to resolve these, escalating serious issues as appropriate.
Help management to implement quality assurance change initiatives and/or make continuous operational improvements.
Set appropriate performance objectives for direct reports; take appropriate corrective action where necessary to ensure the achievement of team / personal objectives.
Identify the team's individual development needs. Plan and implement actions to build their capabilities. Provide training or coaching throughout the organization to enable others to improve performance and fulfill personal potential.
TASKS
Review processing schedules or production orders to make decisions concerning inventory requirements, staffing requirements, work procedures, or duty assignments, considering budgetary limitations and time constraints.
Develop or implement production tracking or quality control systems, analyzing production, quality control, maintenance, or other operational reports, to detect production problems. Review operations and confer with technical or administrative staff to resolve production or processing problems.
Hire, train, evaluate, or discharge staff or resolve personnel grievances.
Prepare and maintain production reports or personnel records.
Set and monitor product standards, examining samples of raw products or directing testing during processing, to ensure finished products are of prescribed quality.
Approve expenditures for supplies, materials, or human resources, ensuring that materials, labor, or equipment are used efficiently to meet production targets.
Coordinate or recommend procedures for facility or equipment maintenance or modification, including the replacement of machines or equipment.
Institute employee suggestion or involvement programs.
Engage, energize and enable the entire plant production team to deliver the strategies and continually work towards the vision.
Ensures presence on the floor to be in touch with the people, providing leadership and coaching for the site.
Owns the development plan for direct reports.
Provides coaching, performance feedback, support and mentorship for all production positions in the plant.
Ensure plant production KPI objectives are met.
QUALIFICATIONS
5+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment
5+ years' supervision experience
Bachelor's degree in management or technical field preferred
Excellent project management skills
Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor employees
Working knowledge of safety regulations
Familiarity with regulatory requirements for plant operations
Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret and explain plant financial data
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Closing
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by employees assigned to this position. This is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. MonoSol, LLC reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.
Disclaimer
As part of MonoSol, LLC's employment process, finalist candidates will be required to complete a drug/alcohol test and background check prior to employment commencing. MonoSol, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status.
$48k-77k yearly est. 12d ago
Production Manager
Omni Force 4.5
Tulsa, OK jobs
Job Description Our client is a global leader in the innovative design and manufacturing of high-performance air-cooled heat exchangers. With a strong reputation for engineering excellence and operational quality, they support critical energy and industrial applications worldwide. They are seeking a Production Manager to join their team in Tulsa, OK.
Benefits:
Direct hire, full benefits package (including 401k with company match & PTO)
Competitive salary
Set schedule - Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm
Professional development and growth opportunities
Key Responsibilities:
Enforce workplace safety regulations and maintain a safe production environment through audits, training, and compliance oversight
Plan, coordinate, and control all aspects of production to meet customer demand and project deadlines
Manage production schedules while optimizing labor, materials, and equipment utilization
Own cost control efforts by monitoring labor, materials, and overhead; implement initiatives to improve margins and reduce waste
Lead, train, and motivate production staff while fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Monitor employee performance, provide feedback, and implement development plans
Ensure products meet quality standards and industry specifications in collaboration with Quality Assurance
Identify and implement process improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
Track KPIs and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency and performance
Oversee maintenance and repair of production equipment to minimize downtime
Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and sales teams to align production with business needs
Serve as the primary liaison between production and other departments to resolve operational issues
Interface with customers as needed to provide technical updates and resolve production-related concerns
Develop and manage production budgets and analyze costs to improve profitability
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field
5-7 years of experience in a production management role, preferably within HVAC, heat exchange, or industrial manufacturing
Strong knowledge of air-cooled heat exchanger manufacturing processes and materials
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and production scheduling tools
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
Proven leadership, team management, and performance coaching abilities
Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills
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