Job Description

The Manufacturing Manager provides leadership to the production planning, shipping, and operations staff in all aspects of the operational processes for the assigned location and is critical in ensuring the skills and competency of direct reports are developed and maintained. The incumbent leads creating and reinforcing our strong safety culture using Human & Organizational Performance Principles (HOP). Through employee engagement, the Manufacturing Manager focuses on performance improvement, cost reduction, product delivery, and is responsible for driving operational reliability and superior customer experiences. The incumbent will develop and execute strategic plans aligned with ASC Profiles business goals.

• Apply Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) principles and implement and ensure high performance of safety culture.
• Train and maintain standards according to BlueScope Codes of practice, Safety and environmental standards.
• Facilitate quality, service improvements and cost reduction through efficient manufacturing practices, collaboration and use of continuous improvement methodology.
• Provide leadership, support and direction to site employees while ensuring the skills and competency of the team members are built and maintained.
• Mentor staff to optimize performance, grow and development team through talent and succession, drive for results and leadership growth.
• Accountable for effectively communicating with and supporting the team. This includes the timely communication of relevant information, as well as the company’s purpose, vision and values.
• Provide leadership consistency in implementing best practices.
• Support peers and collaboration by building networks, sharing successes, tools and knowledge.
• Ensure CAPEX and cost savings projects are completed on time, within budget and with forecast improvements.
• Works extended hours, outside of regualr shift schedule, as required by operational needs.

Qualifications

_ Minimum:_

• HS Diploma or GED.
• 5+ years’ experience in a manufacturing management.
• 3+ years of experience in a supervisory or people management role.
• Proven hands-on experience driving a culture of safety.
• Knowledge of the steel industry.
• Intimate knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts and their application in a production environment, including experience in converting from traditional manufacturing to Lean principles and methodology.
• Proven experience in managing safety and environment, production efficiency, maintenance, visual management, manufacturing systems, equipment utilization, delivery performance, product quality, budget and cost controls.
• 10% travel estimated.

_ Preferred:_

• A bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, operations management or related field is strongly preferred; or a combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of ASC Profiles products and specifications.
• 5+ years’ experience in manufacturing management in a roll-forming company.
• 7+ years' of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience with plant start-up's and equipment layout.
• SAP ERP system experience.

_ Skills & Competencies:_

• Adapting cultural differences
• Building and maintaining relationships
• Business acumen
• Coaching and developing others
• Continuous improvement techniques with manufacturing processes and capabilities
• Drive for results
• Embracing change
• Implementing change
• Innovative problem solving
• Leading team achievements
• Learning to delegate
• Management of inventories
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products and SAP
• Proficient verbal, problem-solving, presentation and facilitation skills
• Resolving conflict
• Follow BSL safety framework
• Strong leadership, analytical and diplomacy skills

Additional Information

Pay Range: Min $84,000 Max $125,000

The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job. Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Additional job competencies, individual goals, and performance measurements are set at the department level.

The benefits are just as rewarding as the work at BlueScope. To support our goal, we offer a total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement.

EEO Employer/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veteran

BlueScope is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status, as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.