Aftermarket Manufacturing Leader

Barry-Wehmiller • Mediapolis, IA

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Aftermarket Manufacturing Leader is responsible for driving timely and efficient execution and shipment of Aftermarket and stock job orders. The Aftermarket Manufacturing Leader will ensure focus on the aftermarket value stream production and lead the Aftermarket Manufacturing team. This role involves representing the Aftermarket in daily meetings, directing priorities, following up on job status, bringing visibility to late or at-risk jobs, and proactive planning for upcoming jobs to meet quality and delivery expectations. The leader will ensure Aftermarket jobs progress through the manufacturing departments and communicate, engage, and interact with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Procurement, and Engineering. Leadership of the Aftermarket Manufacturing team includes direction and prioritization of workload and people development. The role requires monitoring and tracking Aftermarket jobs from order entry to shipment to drive delivery by promise date, including same-day orders and longer lead-time orders. Collaboration with Aftermarket engineering to establish standard production targets/standards for repeat Aftermarket/stock items is also a key function. The leader will manage workload in alignment with the “Master AMVS Schedule”, in collaboration with Aftermarket Leader and Operations, and communicate with CSRs on order status and support lead time forecasting on customer orders. Monitoring the stock job list to minimize delays or stock outs on parts needed for Aftermarket & production, and monitoring and sustaining a minimal shipping backlog by proactively following up, identifying obstacles, and resolving delays to ensure shipping capacity is managed effectively to maximize on-time delivery are crucial. The position also supports and contributes to process improvements in Aftermarket, shipping, stock job processes, and production. Support for Aftermarket outsourcing demand & strategy, including collaboration with purchasing and coordination with outsources on Aftermarket parts, is also required. Approximately 80%+ of time is spent in the production environment executing & coordinating manufacturing activities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma with at least 5 years previous experience of leadership in a Production/ Manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational and prioritization abilities in fast-paced environments.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communications skills, to be able to explain technical information clearly.
• Ability to manage time and multiple projects/ priorities.
• Team-oriented mindset.
• Technical skills including welding & parts assembly.
• Ability to navigate ERP system.
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement concepts.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Aftermarket in daily meetings by directing priorities, following up on job status, bringing visibility to late or at-risk jobs, proactive planning for upcoming jobs to meet quality and delivery expectations.
• Ensure Aftermarket jobs progress through the manufacturing departments.
• Communicate, engage, and interact with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Procurement, and Engineering.
• Leadership of the Aftermarket Manufacturing team, including direction and prioritization of workload, people development etc.
• Monitor and track Aftermarket jobs from order entry to shipment, to drive delivery by promise date; Driving urgency with priority jobs to ensure timely execution Including same day orders and longer lead time orders
• Collaborate with Aftermarket engineering to establish standard production targets/standards for repeat Aftermarket/stock items.
• Manage workload in alignment with the “Master AMVS Schedule”, in collaboration with Aftermarket Leader and Operations.
• Communicate with CSRs on order status, support lead time forecasting on customer orders, etc
• Monitor stock job list to minimize delays or stock outs on parts needed for Aftermarket & production.
• Monitor and sustain a minimal shipping backlog by proactively following up, identifying obstacles, and resolving delays—ensuring shipping capacity is managed effectively to maximize on time delivery.
• Support and contribute to process improvements in Aftermarket, shipping, stock job processes, production, etc
• Support Aftermarket outsourcing demand & strategy – collaboration with purchasing – Coordination with outsources on Aftermarket parts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED