Job Description

Position Summary:

Oversees daily manufacturing operations, managing frontline team members to ensure efficient production. Serves as the critical link between management and production workers, driving productivity, fostering a positive work environment, and meeting strict manufacturing goals.

1. Maintain departmental day-to-day production activities of employees, monitor and prioritize workflow and schedules..

2. Supervise production staff and give technical direction.

3. Ensure product complies with customer standards and ensure fulfillment goals.

4. Ensure the safe use of equipment and schedule regular maintenance by working closely with the Maintenance Department.

5. Check production output according to specifications.

6. Submit reports on performance and progress.

7. Coordinate and monitor manufacturing projects from initiation through delivery.

8. Identifies and allocates project resources.

9. Ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.

10. Ensure compliance with all safety rules and regulations, taking prompt corrective action concerning potential safety hazards and ensuring that all required training is completed promptly. Actively participate in the plant Safety Committee.

11. Assist in hiring, training, and reviewing the performance of staff.

12. Participate in determining and overseeing continuous improvement activities for the department, ensuring LEAP principles (Lean) are implemented to improve the performance of the work cells.

13. Resolve issues and contribute to the business unit/area development.

14. Monitor and maintain department productivity and budgets.

15. Enforce all company policies and procedures and complete administrative tasks associated with the supervision of people and manufacturing processes.

16. Ensure effective employee relations. Provide employee coaching and development. Makes employment decisions. Resolve employee issues through problem resolution.

17. Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety, and morale to achieve positive results in all areas. Work to continuously improve in all areas.

18. Use, understanding, and execution of LEAP/5S, HSE standards.

19. Perform all other duties as assigned, instructed, or directed.

EQUIPMENT & SOFTWARE

1. Microsoft 365 Office system, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

2. Plant ERP system (Currently Plex)

You should be proficient in:

• Production Optimization
• Production Planning & Scheduling
• Automotive Manufacturing Systems
• Basic Computer Skills

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC)
• CNC Lathe (2-4 axis)
• Cold Heading Machine
• CNC Lathe (5+ axis)