Manufacturing Manager

Essential Function

Accountable and responsible to the Plant Manager for meeting/exceeding performance targets (production, delivery, quality, cost, safety) via the efficient allocation and use of resources (equipment and personnel) in support of customer satisfaction. Coaches production floor employees on the achievement of key performance metrics. Provides direction to implement, plan, develop, organize, and continuously improve production areas to maximize productivity and efficiencies. Collaborates with engineering, quality, and maintenance to minimize scrap and machine downtime.

Responsible for the development and cross‑training of employees to ensure flexibility of resource planning and increased workforce proficiency. Champions the use of Lean, Six Sigma, and Theory of Constraints methodologies to achieve performance targets. Manages and coordinates the activities of assigned value streams and manufacturing work cells in the production of company products by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates.

• Responsible for creating and maintaining a safe and environmentally compliant work area that supports a culture where safety is a part of everything we do.
• Track key performance indicators, develop/implement corrective actions, and uphold accountability systems.
• Drive and coach functional area to top quartile performance.
• Responsible for delivering results by way of committed volume, mix, and specifications on‑time to customer requirements.
• Responsible for operating the business at or below committed cost.
• Responsible to control, verify and qualify business and operating processes according to customer expectations, and constantly deliver higher performance at a lower cost.
• Develop and maintain compliance with the Silfex Quality Management System and properly apply Quality Procedures and Operating Procedures.
• Develop and adhere to standard operational and working practices (standard work) and continuously observe workers to ensure compliance with standards to currently established Process of Record (POR).
• Execute and model the Silfex Manufacturing System using Lean Manufacturing, 5S, 6 Sigma and other manufacturing strategies to achieve high levels of performance. Own the continuous improvement process for area of responsibility and ensure all employees are engaged in daily improvement activities.
• Recruit, hire, train staff, evaluate employee performance, and recommend or initiate promotions, transfers, and disciplinary action.
• Teach, mentor, and coach employees on the key lean concepts, observation methods and the continuous improvement process, including their responsibilities to actively participate in the continuous improvement process.
• Identify training needs for supervisors and/or employees. Develop training needs matrices for proper tracking. Establish training sessions for new employees and maximize production efficiency through training.
• Execute the manufacturing schedules based on information and requirements from management and customer – reviews production orders, schedules, and pull signals to ascertain product data such as types, quantities, and specifications of products and scheduled delivery dates in order to plan production. Ensures manufacture of products on schedule, in accordance with quality standards, and at the lowest possible cost.
• Set production goals, establish machine loads, and make work assignments.
• Plan and direct the layout of equipment, workflow, assembly methods, and workforce utilization.
• Prepare, review, and critique production and operating reports to resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems allowing for the prevention of operational delays and cost avoidance.
• Collaboratively manage work cell(s)/value stream(s) with technical Lead Person(s) and/or Supervisors driving continuous quality and performance improvements based on established metrics. Develop strong relationships with Engineering to assist with goal achievement.
• Carry out special projects and all other additional duties as assigned.

• Display a positive attitude and strong work ethic that reflects the Mission and Core Values…