Assistant Plant Manager

thyssenkrupp Materials NA•Sinton, TX

41d•Onsite

About The Position

Directs and coordinates operations in one or more areas of the plant. Ensures that objectives are achieved consistent with customer and quality requirements. Reports to the Plant Manager. Delegates authority to key supervisors. This is a position that works directly on the warehouse floor around heavy machinery. Meets TKMNA Employee Attributes / Competencies. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. This position has been identified as “safety sensitive” by thyssenkrupp under applicable laws. Accordingly, any application for this position that is considered for employment with thyssenkrupp requires successful completion of pre-employment drug testing, which may include testing for marijuana in accordance with any applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or related field.
5 or more years of experience in a Supervisory or Management position.
3 to 5 years’ experience in Continuous Improvement including Six Sigma certification.
3 to 5 years’ experience in Quality.
Strong Project Management Skills.
Attitude and aptitude for Teamwork.
Proven experience in a high volume manufacturing environment.
Must have Aerospace experience if no Quality background.
Safety Mindset.

Responsibilities

Works with across functional groups and leads personnel to ensure all safety, quality, delivery, metal utilization, productivity and efficiency goals are met for branch operations.
Monitors people and training to ensure processes within the department result in conforming product which always meets the requirements of the customer.
Manages and oversees the reporting of all necessary data to ensure that day-to-day activities within the department are repeatable and in line with safety, quality, and operational objectives.
Supports and/or lead continuous improvement projects to support TKA and branch's on-going focus on lean principles, efficiency improvements and cost reductions.
Ensures daily production is planned and managed.
Ensures Preventative Maintenance program is robust and adhered to.
Supports work to attain operational efficiency goals.
Supports work to attain quality objectives.
Communicates well with Customer Service and other departments.
Manages company resources thoughtfully.
Complies with all Company, Federal, Provincial human resource policies and laws.
Maintains good housekeeping in all operational areas.