Job Abstract

· Ensures that the facility provides the highest quality products produced in the most efficient manner within budgeted costs. Implements systems to effectively manage production schedules properly supporting the business.

· Leads the effort and drives Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques fostering continuous improvement within the facility. Acts in a proactive fashion in regard to problem resolution.

· Manages profit and loss for the facility and drives Plant performance and reviews KPIs regularly (Daily, Weekly and Monthly).

· Leads the overall strategic planning efforts for the location which include cost reduction initiatives, capital planning and resources as well as in other areas.

· Manages the overall safety, quality, scheduling, production, shipping, maintenance and other administrative functions for the facility.

· Leads the effort in maintaining a safe, clean and efficient operation working within all company guidelines and local/state/federal regulations.

· Strives to improve the plant’s safety accident record year over year in creating a positive safety culture for all employees. Conducts safety walks of the facility on a weekly basis.

· Conducts talent reviews. Trains, develops and motivates staff in an effort to optimize the workforce. Delivers performance reviews and any feedback to the team as needed.

· Conducts weekly staff meetings which focus on key operative measurements.

· Schedules and conducts plant communication meetings for all employees.

· Interfaces with customers and suppliers. Visits both as necessary.

· Works as necessary to establish positive community relationships.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

· Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Operations or Business Management

· Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in operations, maintenance, engineering and/or process Improvement roles including managing teams of people

· Previous experience working in a Lean environment.

· Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification a plus

· Proven experience and record of successes in a high-speed manufacturing environment. Experience with plastic injection molding environment, and metal processing/metal forming strong preferred

· Experience in a commercial role with direct customer contact

· Minimum of 5 years of experience with process development and business process design.

· Experience managing to the ISO or equivalent quality standards

· Experience implementing and/or managing to an Operating System (example: the Toyota Production Systems)