Job Details
As the Production Manager, you'll lead the assigned Value Stream(s) with a focus on optimizing manufacturing operations for efficiency and effectiveness. Your responsibilities include achieving goals in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Inventory while enhancing the ratio of value to non-value-added activity.
*Client Details*
The organization represents a consortium of cutting-edge subsea technology firms under the umbrella of a larger manufacturer.
*Description*
The Production Manager will be responsible for:
* Lead the daily operations and continuous improvement efforts within the value stream, ensuring clear communication of SQDCI performance objectives to all team members.
* Guide the value stream team comprising production leaders, planners, manufacturing techs, and associates, fostering a visible and safe environment for active participation and hands-on problem-solving.
* Develop, monitor, and report visual metrics and KPIs, promptly addressing any issues, implementing improvements, and enhancing process control while ensuring understanding and accountability across the value stream.
* Drive the value stream gemba walk, utilizing problem-solving methodologies to identify root causes and devise effective countermeasures for deviations from daily targets.
* Maintain optimal staffing levels through strategic hiring, disciplinary actions, and utilization of overtime, aiming to build a highly skilled and customer-focused team while fostering positive employee relations and cultural diversity.
* Act as a catalyst for change, eliminating waste throughout the manufacturing operation via Lean methodology deployment, fostering a culture of continuous improvement through employee involvement and recognition.
* Recommend and implement changes to enhance production capability, tooling, and staffing, supporting production plans and cost-effective procedures, while facilitating new process and product development initiatives.
* Facilitate effective cross-training for value stream associates and backups, ensuring seamless operations and encouraging a proactive approach to problem-solving and quality assurance.
* Uphold strict adherence to established processes related to Safety/Environmental programs, Quality Management System, etc., promoting a culture of quality and excellence.
*Profile*
The successful Production Manager will have what follows:
* BA or BS in business, engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
* 3 years in a Manufacturing Leadership Role or equivalent.
* Demonstrated understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts.
*Job Offer*
The Production Manager will be offered:
* Competitive compensation
* Comprehensive benefits package
* 401K with company match
* High visibility leadership position
* Site leadership
* Growth opportunity
* Global company
* Full time, salaried position
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