Assistant Production Manager

Champion Homes•Decatur, IN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Champion Home Builders, Inc. is seeking to hire an Assistant Production Manager to join their team in the Decatur, IN region. This role directs and coordinates the production of company products in the absence of the Production Manager. When the Production Manager is on site, the Assistant Production Manager follows and supports their direction. Champion Home Builders has been a leader in the manufactured housing industry for decades and is one of the largest mobile and modular home builders in North America, offering a wide range of factory-built solutions. The company emphasizes integrity, respect, craftsmanship, and strong relationships with employees, customers, and suppliers, aiming to provide a safe, productive, and enjoyable workplace.

Requirements

One-year certificate from college or technical school; or 3 to 4 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Excellent organizational skills
Strong and clear communication skills
Problem solving and analytical skills
Ability to lead a large team
Must be flexible enough to work under stringent deadlines and high work pressure on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

Provides on the job guidance and training to Foreman.
Enforces safety policies with Foremen and production employees.
Coordinates personnel management with Human Resources department.
Coordinates production activities with procurement, maintenance, and quality control activities to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment.
Reviews and analyzes production, quality control, maintenance, and operational reports to determine causes of nonconformity with product specifications and operating or production problems.
Develop and implement operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality.
Revises production schedules and priorities as result of equipment failure or operating problems.
Consults with engineering personnel relative to modification of machines and equipment in order to improve production and quality of products.
Manages subordinate supervisors who supervise the plant employees when the Production Manager is unavailable.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.