Manufacturing Manager plans, schedules, and manages one or more manufacturing production processes. Incorporates organization-wide operational safety, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and cost control policies and programs into manufacturing processes. Being a Manufacturing Manager monitors production metrics, responds to and resolves problems. Assists with planning and directing an efficient layout of equipment and flow of materials. Additionally, Manufacturing Manager collaborates with leaders to manage and resolve workforce or labor issues and develop solutions. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Manufacturing Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Manufacturing Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job purpose-
Oversee the daily operations of the manufacturing process. Coordinate, plan, and direct all activities in the production process.
Duties and responsibilities-
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o Meet with Production Scheduler and Supervisor to review schedules and problems preventing on time delivery.
o Coach manufacturing staff regarding the shifting of manpower to accommodate delivery schedule.
o Develop and monitor monthly sales goals and report issues to the General Manager.
o Arrange production lines with the intent of eliminating as much waste as possible.
o Oversee communication to Engineering regarding modifications that may be required.
o Coach manufacturing personnel on the fundamentals of Lean Manufacturing traits.
o Active participation in work instruction and operation breakdown document review process.
o Root cause analysis of internal and external manufacturing rejections.
o Ensure departmental training requirements are achieved and properly documented with HR department in conjunction with support from Training Coordinator.
o Identify key individuals and develop their abilities for future advanced roles within the Company.
o Review labor efficiencies and assess labor overruns in conjunction with support from Labor Analyst.
o Validate estimated labor and communicate labor discrepancies with Operations Manager and General Manager
Assigned Authorities-
Empowered to scrap product as determined necessary throughout the build process.
Permitted to initiate departmental employee disciplinary action.
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Direct reports
Job Type: Full-time
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Work Location: In person