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Production Manager
Menomonee Falls, WI
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Production Manager is responsible for maximizing the potential of the production staff and machinery through effective assignment, prioritization of work and proper planning of product, material and tooling as well as effective training and development of staff. Identifies and implements continuous improvement opportunities and pushes for excellence in all processes. Leads by example and communicates effectively across shifts. Communicates, supports and enforces company and division policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
•Assigns and prioritizes work for direct reports (both full time and temporary) while coordinating with all shifts to meet production requirements. Sets production goals and develops solutions to issues hindering goal attainment.
•Motivates, supports and provides guidance to production staff
•Trains staff on proper techniques and processes to ensure high quality production in an efficient manner, reviewing and implementing new processes/procedures as needed to ensure continuous improvement of efficiency goals without compromising safety or quality
•Forecasts staffing needs and develops staff schedule to meet production requirements
•Relays job expectations to staff and coaches/disciplines when appropriate
•Works with Engineering and Technology groups to develop the best manufacturing processes including all tooling and/or application issues encountered or anticipated. Develops improvements to avoid duplicating issues in future
•Implements Lean concepts to improve efficiency, standardize work, develop visual controls, improve organization and provide metrics
•Completes required reporting, data entry into ERP and processing of travelers to prepare completed product for shipment
•Works with suppliers to lower costs and determine best solutions, developing strong partnerships with key suppliers
•Plans appropriately to ensure product, material, tooling inventory and machine resources are available to meet production requirements
•Works with resources to implement and sustain quality program
•Ensures and enforces adherence to safety policies and procedures, with focus on improving processes to ensure zero injury culture. Promotes cleanliness and organization.
•Assists in production as needed
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
•10+ years industrial management experience
•Demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively and professionally with a diverse workforce
•Ability to motivate others and positively impact productivity
•Demonstrated results implementing Lean practices
•Self-directed with excellent work ethic
•Strong written and verbal communication with strong attention to detail required. Proficiency in ERP system and MS Office required.
•Fit Vortakt Core Values: Driven to perform; Solve problems, don’t create them; Strong individual who values a team; Desire to find what’s next; Committed to detail and consistency
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
•Regularly utilizes depth perception, peripheral vision and close focus to inspect parts, adjust machines and operate a computer, computer accessories and phone equipment
•Regularly moves around the shop floor
•Regularly sits in an office environment
•Occasionally required to lift 25 pounds unassisted
•Occasionally climbs, stoops, kneels, reaches and carries.
EOE of minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities
The Production Manager is responsible for maximizing the potential of the production staff and machinery through effective assignment, prioritization of work and proper planning of product, material and tooling as well as effective training and development of staff. Identifies and implements continuous improvement opportunities and pushes for excellence in all processes. Leads by example and communicates effectively across shifts. Communicates, supports and enforces company and division policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
•Assigns and prioritizes work for direct reports (both full time and temporary) while coordinating with all shifts to meet production requirements. Sets production goals and develops solutions to issues hindering goal attainment.
•Motivates, supports and provides guidance to production staff
•Trains staff on proper techniques and processes to ensure high quality production in an efficient manner, reviewing and implementing new processes/procedures as needed to ensure continuous improvement of efficiency goals without compromising safety or quality
•Forecasts staffing needs and develops staff schedule to meet production requirements
•Relays job expectations to staff and coaches/disciplines when appropriate
•Works with Engineering and Technology groups to develop the best manufacturing processes including all tooling and/or application issues encountered or anticipated. Develops improvements to avoid duplicating issues in future
•Implements Lean concepts to improve efficiency, standardize work, develop visual controls, improve organization and provide metrics
•Completes required reporting, data entry into ERP and processing of travelers to prepare completed product for shipment
•Works with suppliers to lower costs and determine best solutions, developing strong partnerships with key suppliers
•Plans appropriately to ensure product, material, tooling inventory and machine resources are available to meet production requirements
•Works with resources to implement and sustain quality program
•Ensures and enforces adherence to safety policies and procedures, with focus on improving processes to ensure zero injury culture. Promotes cleanliness and organization.
•Assists in production as needed
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
•10+ years industrial management experience
•Demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively and professionally with a diverse workforce
•Ability to motivate others and positively impact productivity
•Demonstrated results implementing Lean practices
•Self-directed with excellent work ethic
•Strong written and verbal communication with strong attention to detail required. Proficiency in ERP system and MS Office required.
•Fit Vortakt Core Values: Driven to perform; Solve problems, don’t create them; Strong individual who values a team; Desire to find what’s next; Committed to detail and consistency
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
•Regularly utilizes depth perception, peripheral vision and close focus to inspect parts, adjust machines and operate a computer, computer accessories and phone equipment
•Regularly moves around the shop floor
•Regularly sits in an office environment
•Occasionally required to lift 25 pounds unassisted
•Occasionally climbs, stoops, kneels, reaches and carries.
EOE of minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities
Job Summary
Start Date
Immediate
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Hours per Week
45
Work Hours (i.e. shift)
1st Shift
Salary and Benefits
Dependent on experience
Vortakt offers a highly advanced work environment that is clean, well-lit, and temperature controlled. We also offer medical, dental, vision, life, LTD, 401k and paid time off!
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
7+ years
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