Manufacturing Manager; 2nd Shift

at hyosung hico we’re transforming the future of energy from our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in memphis, tn. By investing in cutting-edge technology and empowering our diverse and talented team, we ensure that every transformer we produce meets the highest standards of quality and performance.

hyosung hico is seeking to fill a manufacturing manager position. The candidate will manage and direct the activities of the manufacturing and warehouse staff for the full range of manufacturing functions to attain production goals consistent with safety, quality, cost, delivery requirements, and customer commitments.

our benefits – best benefits in the industry!

• free medical insurance option – a company paid 100% medical insurance option for you and your family, effective on the first day of the month after hire date
• free life insurance – employer paid basic life insurance – 1x annual salary plus an additional $20,000 coverage: optional buy for dependent coverage
• paid vacation, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays per year
• bonuses – production, annual, and quarterly bonus eligibility (bonuses are not guaranteed and are based on several factors such as company and individual performance)

the essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to the following:

• manage all activities of the manufacturing team, with emphasis on maintaining positive employee relations while focusing on safety, quality, productivity, delivery, continuous improvement, and employee development
• lead manufacturing team with an emphasis on positive performance in meeting customer commitments while initiating steps to correct performance issues. Perform scheduled employee performance evaluations and develop personnel skills via training and support
• ensure that all company safety management system (csms) policies are followed and manufacturing personnel operate in accordance with osha standards. Ensure proper accident investigations are conducted for incidents involving department personnel and implement safety program improvements as needed
• manage and coordinate the daily activities of manufacturing staff to ensure production, efficiency, and quality goals meet the production schedule. Supervise in accordance with company policies and procedures
• manage and coordinate the warehouse team to ensure inventory control, organization, material movement, and transactions meet the production needs, cleanliness standards, and industry standards
• serve as a key leader in establishing the hyosung hico lean culture; lead, mentor, and empower manufacturing personnel and teams to seek out solutions to business issues utilizing lean and other tools (such as standard work, kaizen, 6s, pull systems, set up reduction, and doe). Maximize efficiency of employees and materials
• ensure production employees receive effective and consistent training, including adequate cross training aligned with business needs. Ensure production employees are trained and qualified to support production schedule and employee development plan
• manage warehouse personnel to ensure accurate records are maintained and actions are taken to fully support production requirements
• ensure the quality control, 6s, tool control, production control, tpm, quality program and environmental management system procedures are being followed
• prepare, manage and report results as required (such as department budgets, staffing plans, and capital budgets
• further the goals and positive, professional image of the company by conducting business with other hyosung or hico america divisions, visitors, and callers in a timely and cooperative manner
• maintain supply of all shop materials relating to production (i.e. Tools, solvents, cleaners, safety supplies, etc.)
• support new projects and design development to improve manufacturability and reduce
• develop and implement improvement projects for both immediate and long-range strategic issues involving process control, equipment, capacity and productivity targeting quality, cost and delivery
• develop specifications for new equipment, support procurement, installation and commissioning
• oversee documentation of processes and the creation and maintenance of…