Manager, Manufacturing Operations

Oatey•Winchester, NH

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Manage a team of frontline leaders in Oatey manufacturing to meet customer requirements, achieve cost targets, a focus on product quality and attention to associate safety. Plan and execute manufacturing strategy as it relates to production capacity, creating a culture of continuous improvement, engagement, and growth.

Requirements

Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience in a leadership role in manufacturing.
In-depth interpersonal skills: demonstrated ability to effectively work with a diverse population and facilitate conflict resolution with demonstrated trust and integrity.
Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing best practices, lean techniques, six sigma and continuous improvement processes.
Advanced PC computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
Demonstrated individual leadership skills including decisions making process, team building effectiveness, and organizational skills.
Demonstrated business and financial acumen.
Effective written / oral communication and presentation skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and generate results in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment via effective planning and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Ensure that manufacturing functions are performed in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner consistent with established corporate and site requirements.
Actively lead and promote site safety program.
Ensure production associates are meeting metrics related to Behavior Safety Observations, Near Misses, and Corrective Actions.
Ensure production staff are properly trained in safety procedures, to include 6S, and follow all safety policies as directed by the site EHSS Manager.
Coordinate with site leadership to develop and execute staffing and equipment plans to meet production needs. Metrics include level load adherence, attainment, efficiency, and overtime cost.
Lead, direct and maintain a team of cross functional supervisors, team leads, mixers and production associates.
Lead management of change process for new equipment, processes, and improvements.
Implement and sustain safe processes to reduce cost and meet customer expectations in terms of quality and delivery.
Assure a positive work environment by focusing on morale, associate relations, and consistent expectations and disciplinary processes.
Develop and manage intentional training programs to ensure new hire integration and associate development.
Champion and model the Lean Six Sigma philosophies.

Benefits

Generous paid time off programs
paid company holidays
Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing
Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation
Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents
Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates
Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave
Tuition reimbursement
resource groups
EAP
dedicated mental health support