Job Details
LHH is seeking a Production Manager for a Direct Hire, Permanent Placement position with a manufacturing client located near the East Side of Indianapolis, IN. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a growing team and to join an industry-leader in a unique manufacturing environment. In this role, you will manage a team of Supervisors and up to 100 Indirect Reports as you oversee all production-related activities within your facility. The compensation ranges between $100,000-115,000 per year and includes a bonus program, affordable insurance options, a 401k plan with a company match, and generous PTO and holiday offerings.
***H1B/Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position***
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead all production staff, evaluate work orders, and create production schedules to meet customer demands
- Lead planning meetings with department leaders prior to production shifts and confirm accurate stock levels of all raw materials & packaging components are in place before adding to production schedule
- Convey new sales orders to Operations team and ensures the production schedule can meet lead times
- Anticipate planning based on customer prior year purchases & current stock levels
- Direct workers in adjusting machines and equipment to ensure products meet standards
- Remain in compliance with Quality Assurance and Safety standards at all times
- Conduct Root Cause Analysis to identify and resolve process-related stoppages, prevent production delays and/or backlogs, and eliminate recurrence of non-conformance issues
- Work with approved suppliers for product availability, market conditions, and ensures contracts are in place where required
- Manage change, inventory control, financial analysis and ensure proper distribution of inventory for any discontinued, damaged and/or obsolete inventory items
- Communicate daily movement of materials from production to distribution areas
- Implement continuous improvement methods (Six Sigma, Lean, etc.) for manufacturing and distribution and for Environmental, Health, and Safety proposes
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor s Degree in Engineering is preferred but other degrees in Supply Chain Management, Operations, and/or Business will be considered as well
- A minimum of 10 years of Production Management experience within a manufacturing environment is required
- Ideal candidates will possess a Six Sigma Belt and/or Lean Manufacturing experience
- Must have experience with production scheduling and understand how materials flow efficiently through a manufacturing facility
- Must have knowledge of quality standards and health & safety practices and regulations
- Must be a natural problem-solver who possesses excellent communication skills
- Must have intermediate or advanced skills using Excel
- ***H1B Sponsorship is not available for this position***
If you or someone in your network fit this profile and would like to apply for this Production Manager job with a manufacturing client located near the East Side of Indianapolis, Indiana, please submit your application alongside your resume using the link in this posting.
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