Production Manager - Machine Shop

Position Title: Production Manager – Machine Shop

Reports To: Director of Operations

Supervises : Production Supervisor

Classification: Salaried, exempt, non-union

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee of this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of this position.

• Manage production operations related to machining, saw, shipping/receiving, and box making departments
• Lead, direct, motivate and coach employees for the benefit of the company
• Establish, document and manage supervisors/hourly employees to production quotas and setup time targets.
• Oversee the use of Exception Mode reporting on the production floor
• Review and recommend manpower and equipment requirements to meet production schedule requirement.
• Ensure compliance with company's quality, safety, environmental, and housekeeping programs
• Participate in the interviewing and hiring process, including candidate skills evaluation
• Recommend and manage training programs for all new or transferred employees related to job-related processes
• Ensure departments have adequately cross-trained employees to cover production needs and operator absences
• Utilize continuous improvement tools to reduce costs of manufacturing, with special attention to managing overtime, maintaining on-time deliveries, reducing non-conformances, and increasing machine utilization and production efficiency
• Participate in Material Review Board meetings as needed
• Understand and comply with terms of the UAW collective bargaining agreement and participate in the union grievance process
• Recommend resource changes to Supply Chain department to meet scheduling demands
• Monitor daily work activities to ensure efficiency standards are met and incorporate practices to improve production efficiencies
• Directly manage the hourly workforce in the absence of the production supervisors. May perform functions of hourly employees in emergency and absentee situations
• Oversee and participate in semi-annual performance evaluations for hourly personnel
• Authorize overtime and employee work schedule changes. Maintain and publish overtime equalization records
• Monitor progress to designated production schedules and assist in work prioritization where necessary
• Authorize and submit maintenance work requests related to equipment or facilities
• Review and approve/reject Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) submitted by direct reports on process improvements and corrections
• Additional duties as assigned

Requirements:

To perform this position successfully, the employee must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This position involves access to technical data that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which define a “U.S. person” to include a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Employment is contingent upon the applicant's ability to meet these requirements or the Company's ability to obtain an export license on the applicant's behalf.

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree or equivalent and at least five years of related experience and/or equivalent education & experience
• Previous supervisory experience is required, preferably in a union environment
• Previous experience in manufacturing is highly desired, forging industry preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook
• Previous experience using CRM/ERP tools preferred
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Working knowledge of AS9100 and ISO:9001 international standards is a plus
• Position is required to be on-site, occasional work from home with supervisor approval is available
• Supports and demonstrates the Company's core values

Working Conditions:

This position is designed to work full-time. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. An alternate schedule may be arranged or assigned based on the business demands, nature of duties performed, and other factors. Occasional flexibility to work evenings or weekends may be required as job responsibilities demand. Regular work, after hours and/or weekend work may be performed remotely, if the capability exists. Little to no travel is expected for this position. This position mainly operates in an office environment during work hours, but may be expanded to assist and support employees in other departments within the Company; Occasional exposure to production equipment and machinery. The employee will manage multiple priorities daily and may be interrupted frequently to meet the needs and requests of employees. The environment may be busy and noisy. All required personal protective equipment is provided.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will spend most of his/her time sitting using computers and standard office equipment such as phones, photocopiers and fax machines. Occasional moving and/or lifting of 10 pounds, stooping, bending and reaching with hands and arms. While performing these job duties, the employee is regularly required to see, talk, and hear.

Weldaloy Products Company provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, height, weight or arrest record in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.