Manager, Production

Trojan Battery Company•Sandersville, GA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Production Manager supervises the production and manufacturing of Company products, satisfying all reliability and quality standards mandated by customers and government specifications in the most cost effective and economical manner possible. Maintain inventory control levels to meet production requirements. Develop and follow action plans. Disseminate key values to subordinate personnel. Areas of Focus Production Manager manages, directs, and coordinates assigned plant operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
10 years production experience
Knowledge of EEOC, OSHA, and EPA rules and regulations
Broad knowledge of management techniques involving manufacturing, inventory control, quality/continuous improvement
Production planning, safety, business planning, cost control, and administrative skills required
Continuous improvement/lean/Six sigma proficient
Computer literacy
Training in supervision
Effective verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Experience working with union-represented maintenance and production personnel preferred

Responsibilities

Monitors assigned operations, on own and through subordinate supervisors, to ensure scheduled work and material flow; proper use of manpower, skills, equipment, and facilities; proper applications of methods; adherence to Company rules and regulations; and related matters
Instructs and trains Production Supervisors to perform work assignments efficiently and effectively to meet labor and material standards
Provides instructions, guidance and direction to Production Supervisors having assembly difficulties and procedural problems
Work closely with engineering; environmental, health, and safety; and quality control at plant
Arranges for proper maintenance of machines and equipment
Recommends improvements in equipment and processes
Participates in employee/labor relations procedures as directed
Requisitions personnel to meet established production goals and, where applicable interviews and selects qualified employees
Administers and appraises general administrative and technical programs such as cost reduction, methods of communications, safety and housekeeping and employee training
Ensures compliance with safety and health regulations
Interprets, initiates action on reports and prepares required reports
Conducts meetings and is responsible for communication policies and regulations to subordinate personnel
Coordinates relations between production and maintenance employees through department heads
Participate in contract negotiations and exercise proper degree of Administrative authority in relation to personnel act
Direct supervision of Production Supervisors assigned to that department
Indirect supervision of Production Workers assigned to that department
Performs other duties and functions as assigned