ILUS - Production Manager; Inventory

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Daifuku is the nation’s leading independent, U.S.

-based provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs the full spectrum of intralogistics solutions. We provide leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, controls and software, robotics, mezzanines, and structures. We want to hear from industry leading experts who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring Sponsorship
• Must be available to work on-site daily in Hobart, Indiana
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and reporting

• Manages the department, ensuring efficient and timely production and proper staffing of all department-related requirements to complete projects on schedule and within budget.
• Manages Supervisors, ensuring their teams are well managed; supports recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures.
• Assigns duties, gives verbal and written instructions, and reviews work for conformance to quality and safety standards.
• Provides technical guidance to team members and consults with other resources when needed.
• Communicates with the Director, Manufacturing regarding schedules and backlogs.
• Works with Project Managers and Engineering as appropriate.
• Determines outsourcing needs to maintain project schedules.
• Reviews labor charges, purchase requisitions, and department schedules.
• Conducts department and CIT meetings.
• Employees are responsible for complying with all requirements of Daifuku’s QMS policies and procedures.
• Employees are to ensure sustainable process outputs that drive continuous improvement to provide leading industry performance and exceptional customer satisfaction.

• Education and Experience Requirements: Associate’s degree or equivalent experience;
  Minimum of 5 years of management experience in the material handling industry.
• Knowledge,
  
  Skills and Abilities
  
  Requirements: Excellent management skills for directing, coaching, scheduling, and assisting team members;
  Technical orientation with ability to learn new technologies;
  Computer skills including MS Office Products;
  Experience using MRP/ERP system; SAP Preferred;
  Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills;
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
  Self-motivated and detail oriented;
  Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines;
  Team-oriented and collaborative;
  Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

$80,000-$100,000

• Day 1 benefits – no waiting period to access your health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can relax, recharge, and enjoy life outside of work.
• Short-Term Disability coverage for added peace of mind when you need it most.
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% to help you build your financial future.
• General Bonus Opportunity based on performance and company success.
• Comprehensive benefits that support your overall well-being — because we believe happy employees do their best work!