Lean Manufacturing Manager jobs in Palatine, IL

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for learning all production, management, and supervision operations of their assigned Midwest Manufacturing production facility.

Primary Responsibilities:

Production

• Ensure that all product is built in the most efficient way
• Ensure that all orders are filled within an acceptable lead time.
• Involved in setting and evaluating production quotas, both quantity and quality
• Manage and lead team members in your area
• Work with supervisors and managers in your area to accomplish goals
• Come up with innovative ideas to improve current processes

Facility Maintenance and Utilization

• Keep all production facilities in good repair, orderly, and clean
• Use equipment to capacity to fill orders

Safety

• Ensure all safety policies are enforced, all training is up to date, and all equipment is guarded and well maintained.
• Keep all safety training and maintenance documented
• Keep open communication with all Team Members regarding safety issues

Attain the highest profit dollars possible

Balance inventory and reduce stock to ensure maximum turn and in-stock position.

Position Requirements:

• Degree in a manufacturing, engineering, or management related field preferred or equivalent management experience
• Willing and able to relocate to other plant locations for promotions
• Working knowledge of modern sales and management methods and techniques
• Able to write and speak clearly and accurately
• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Able to tactfully deal with guests and team members
• Strong knowledge of construction industry
• Analytical and Interpersonal skills.
• Leadership Abilities
• Self-motivated and Goal oriented
• Innovative
• Organizational skills
• Ability to multitask
• Articulate
• Develop action plans
• Decision making qualities

Make BIG Money at Menards!

• Extra $3 per hour on Weekends

• Extra $3 per hour for 2nd/3rd Shifts

• Store Discount

• Profit Sharing

• Exclusive Discounts for gyms, car dealerships, cell phone plans, and more!

• Medical Insurance and Dental Plans

• On-the-job training

• Advancement Opportunities

• Promote-From-Within Culture