Post-Production Manager

Samson Rope Technologies

Samson, the worldwide leader in high performance cordage, is seeking a Post-Production Manager who will manage all post-production operations and oversee the flow of product from the completion of production through final processing and delivery to finished goods inventory. The Post-Production Manager leads coating, reeling, fabrication, packaging, and related post-production activities while coordinating closely with Production, Scheduling, Warehousing, Quality, Engineering, and Customer Service to ensure safe, efficient, and customer-focused operations.

Supports Samson's safety, quality, operational, and business objectives through effective leadership and continuous improvement.

• A demonstrated leader who manages through others, establishes accountability, and leads cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment.
• A clear and concise communicator, both orally and in writing, with strong attention to detail and the ability to present information effectively.
• Knowledgeable in OSHA and state safety regulations, with a strong personal commitment to safety.
• A leader who builds teams, manages effectively, and develops staff.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with the ability to quickly learn new programs.
• Strong analytical and quantitative thinker.
• A creative problem solver who recommends and implements effective solutions.
• Highly organized, with the ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Trustworthy and capable of handling confidential and sensitive information.
• A collaborative professional who works cross-functionally and builds strong relationships across Manufacturing, Scheduling, Warehousing, Quality, Engineering, Customer Service, and Supply Chain functions.
• Experienced in managing departmental budgets, labor planning, and resource allocation.
• Skilled in utilizing ERP systems, production reporting tools, and data analysis to support operational decision-making.
• Knowledgeable in production planning, workflow management, capacity analysis, and manufacturing performance metrics.

• Coordinate post-production priorities and serve as the primary liaison between Production, Scheduling, Warehousing, Quality, Engineering, and Customer Service to ensure efficient product flow, on-time shipment performance, and alignment of operational priorities.
• Identify post-production operating supply, equipment, and personnel needs, and review or make recommendations to the Plant Manager.
• Balance safety, quality, productivity, cost, and morale to achieve positive results across all areas while driving continuous improvement.
• Assign, instruct, train, coordinate, and provide direction to department employees in the performance of their job duties. Verify employee timesheet records and track absenteeism.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts focused on safety, quality, throughput, labor utilization, capacity visibility, and overall operational effectiveness within post-production operations.
• Ensure all products are processed, fabricated, and packaged in accordance with established quality standards, customer requirements, and operational procedures.
• Develop and maintain departmental capacity models, labor plans, and workflow visibility to support staffing decisions, scheduling priorities, continuous improvement initiatives, and changing business demands.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Product Development teams to support fabrication methods, new product introductions, and process improvements.
• Manage departmental budgets, labor costs, staffing levels, and operational expenditures while balancing service, productivity, quality, and safety objectives.
• Develop team members through effective coaching, performance management, and training.
• Take on additional duties and responsibilities as needed to support the team and business objectives at the direction of the Plant Manager.

Education:

• Required:
  
  BA/BS in Business/Management; 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing plant supervisory role may substitute for education.

Experience:

• Required:
  
  Minimum of 5 years manufacturing or other relevant supervisory experience.
• Desired:
  Lean manufacturing and/or Six Sigma processes experience.

• We enjoy ample paid time away from the office with a starting PTO accrual of 15 days for vacation or sick leave, 10 paid holidays, a paid personal day, and paid volunteer time each year.
• We prioritize our employees' wellbeing and offer comprehensive and affordable Health, Dental and Vision insurance for employees and family. We also offer free Mental Health benefits and an optional free Wellness Plan.
• We celebrate our success as a team and offer annual profit sharing and bonus structures based on position.
• We invest in our employees' futures by offering a generous 401k match up to 6% of salary. We also offer tuition reimbursement for choosing to further your education.
• We ensure our employees are taken care of…