Production Manager

Our client is a plastic manufacturer seeking to add Production Manager for one of their manufacturing facilities. The company is growing rapidly and is looking for a manager that can oversee this rapid growth and direct this world class manufacturing facility. This is a great opportunity to join the company and advance within as they grow.

• The Production Manager is responsible for all production operations.
• Oversees the activities of the Production Supervisors and manufacturing staff.
• Reviews and approves production scheduling with the supervisor to maintain production requirements and on time client deliveries.
• Monitors production efficiencies and equipment utilization reports, ensures production optimization using lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methods.
• Ensures adherence to ISO, OSHA and EEOC requirements within the plant.
• Oversees employee training for safety and performance.
• Sets manufacturing goals and monitors plant performance with the Production Supervisors, Trainers and Schedulers.
• Reviews manpower requirement and coordinates staffing with the HR Manager.
• Ensures strong communication and cooperation between departments.
• Oversee safety reports, accident investigations, employee reviews and employee disciplinary actions.
• Responsible for overseeing equipment maintenance, repairs and new equipment request.
• Other duties as assigned by the V.P. of Manufacturing.

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Manufacturing, Engineering or related fields.
• 5 years of management experience in manufacturing.
  
  Plastics manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience. Six Sigma certification preferred.
• Good leadership skills, well organized and professional demeanor.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Proficient with MS Suite and experience with ERP systems IQRS knowledge is a plus.