The purpose of this role is to lead the production team in a 24/7 manufacturing environment, coordinating work between the production team and other departments (scheduling, quality, safety, maintenance, tooling, shipping) with a goal of delighting our customers by ensuring a timely, quality product all while developing the capabilities of the production team in line with our Vision, Mission and Values.
Areas of Accountabilities
Manage the planning and deployment of resources within the production team to efficiently meet customer expectations
Serve as a liaison between the production planner and the shift managers, ensuring appropriate information is communicated to the production team, and that materials and resources are in place to support production needs.
Ensure work schedules are coordinated and settle any disputes.
Lead the daily coordination of mold changes, job startups, etc.
Manage production department expenses and labor within budget.
Ensure no new employee enters the production floor without first receiving the standard Day 1 MVP training.
Demonstrate safety leadership. Ensure actions and initiatives within the production team are in alignment and in support of the plant safety program. Take immediate action to resolve safety concerns.
Ensure all direct reports; Shift Managers, Supervisors, Floor Assistants and Production Operators, receive quarterly reviews, detailed annual performance reviews and continuous value-added feedback
Lead by exemplifying our Core Values and being good stewards of company time and resources and coach others to do the same
With Human Capital, help strengthen the programs and processes that support the growth and retention of our people.
Partner with your Human Capital Business Partner to develop a hiring strategy prior to posting job openings within your team.
Utilize the Rehrig Management System to define, audit, and continuously improve production processes.
Establish plant cleanliness and organization (5S) expectations and practices.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
General Experience: At least 6 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
Managerial Experience: At least 3 years of direct management experience preferred.
Specific training and knowledge of injection molding process a plus.
Excellent Leadership Skills including strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills a must.
