Manufacturing Manager
Objective: As a hands-on leader, this role is crucial for overseeing and driving innovation within the production department. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, you will be instrumental in shaping the manufacturing department's success.
Requirements:
- 5+ years of successful team management experience in a manufacturing setting
- Intermediate to Advanced proficiency in using Google Sheets (or Excel)
- Exceptional organizational skills, with a proven track record in developing processes and procedures
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards
- Ability to thrive under pressure and adapt to change
- Positive can-do attitude
- Preferred Skills:
- 5+ years of experience in a discrete manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of various materials, wood species, characteristics, and grading (preferred, not required)
- Experience in water-based, waterborne, and oil-based finishes.
- Experience in developing operating budgets
- Quality control/inspection experience
Responsibilities:
- Report to the Plant Manager and participate in monthly Departmental Manager Meetings
- Contribute to annual budget planning and departmental structure plan development
- Manage team performance through qualitative and quantitative key performance indicators
- Coordinate with the Purchasing Agent to order necessary materials.
- Execute hands-on tasks such as ripping, planning, and routing materials when required
- Collect and track essential data
- Develop, implement, and present SOPs and other relevant documents
- Ensure completion of training programs for department personnel
- Review and approve staff hours, PTO requests, and conduct performance reviews
- Address disciplinary actions when necessary, including termination
- Complete all Incident Reports and notify HR
- Facilitate candidate interviews for the Manufacturing Department
- Demonstrate a consistent desire to learn department-specific products and procedures
- Oversee operator-level machine maintenance
- Enforce quality control and quality assurance protocols
- Collaborate with production supervisors and Shipping & Receiving Supervisor for effective communication and coordination
- Create and maintain a weekly production schedule
- Address production coordination-related questions and concerns
- Participate in daily production meetings
- Work with the HR Department to ensure the well-being of employees
- Regularly meet with shop personnel to ensure personal and professional development
Looking forward getting to know you...