Manufacturing Published: Production Unit Manager Cleveland, Ohio

Walter USA in Cleveland, OH is looking for a Production Unit Manager

Walter USA, LLC is a leader in offering an ever-expanding product line of high-end quality end mills and other cutting tools such as new countersinks, drills, thread mills and other high performance specialty tools. We are a growing producer of cutting tools used in metalworking for end mills and drills.

• Continually improve safety record by addressing both physical safety issues & employee safety behaviors
• Responsible to ensure that operations are performed in accordance with Walter Code of Conduct and legal standards
• Implement manufacturing strategies and action plans to ensure that the facility supports Walter strategic initiatives
• Ensure that the manufacturing processes are in line with Walter group standards and directives
• Secure and implement plans to achieve supply goals such as: production volumes, cost productivity, personnel productivity, lead‑times, rejections, quality and continuous improvements.
• Initiate plans and processes which minimize manufacturing costs through effective utilization of manpower, equipment, facilities, materials, and capital
• Manage spending against budget and in relation to changes in production volume
• Plan and develop strategic supply capabilities in terms of facilities, equipment, and staffing
• Develop and maintain a highly motivated team with good flexibility
• Ensure that the leaders and managers act in accordance with the Walter Leadership Model

• Relevant University Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Production or Industrial Engineering and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in senior operations management in any leading cutting tools, automobile or light engineering Industry in the field of manufacturing in a multinational environment
• Preferably can show a background with a clear Lean Manufacturing profile, including experience setting up and maintaining lean processes, follow up of issues, customer support and with experience from a global environment and matrix organization
• Strong knowledge and experience in industry and application
• High level of business acumen, business relations and project management
• Being able to work organized and independently
• Ability to speak and write English is a must
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to promote teams in advancing processes in production, talent to build a climate that supports excellent performance
• Experienced in leading people in new directions and challenging environments
• Knowledge in leading and implementing change projects that have important impact on work and organization

Walter USA, LLC. offers a highly competitive performance-based compensation program and generous benefit package that includes life, health, and dental insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Salary range $140,000 to $160,000.

For immediate consideration, please visit  and apply to the Production Unit Manager position, Job Req. # R0086417.