Manufacturing Manager 1st Shift

Lippert Components•Goshen, IN

42d

About The Position

The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a manufacturing department, ensuring that operations meets the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency. The importance and responsibility to lead a culture within your team environment where every member feels valued, motivated, and aligned towards shared goals, driving collective success and growth. This role demands a proactive leader who exemplifies our core values, demonstrates strong emotional regulation, and effectively manages cross-functional teams to achieve ambitious production goals.

Requirements

High school degree or GED
3-5 years of industry experience in a manufacturing environment
Ensure effective team member relations and building trusting relationships
Balance quality, productivity, cost, labor, safety, and morale to achieve positive results in all areas.
Provide leadership through activities like recruiting, interviewing, routine 1 on 1 discussions, annual reviews, and disciplinary conversations.
Assist with accident investigations as needed.
Maintain proper inventory levels if applicable within business unit
Manage department priorities which could include production scheduling, lean projects
Track absenteeism and timekeeping.
Review and correct errors in time punch reports for designated team members to ensure accurate payroll processing.
Responsible for reporting machine or system issues to maintenance
Actively participate in manufacturing products when demand calls for it or team building
Work closely with internal and external customers
Leadership: Ability to guide and motivate a diverse team, ensuring alignment with the company's core values, leader qualities, and strategic goals.
Performance Management: Skill in monitoring team performance against standards, managing metrics, and providing feedback to drive continuous improvement.
Problem Solving/Analysis: Capability to identify issues, analyze problems, and devise effective solutions quickly and efficiently.
Continuous Improvement mindset: identify and remove bottlenecks in production environment and understand continuous improvement culture
Results Driven: Focus on achieving outcomes that promote business goals while upholding the highest standards of quality and efficiency.
Communication Proficiency: Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying information clearly and persuasively across all levels of the organization.
Time Management: Effectiveness in managing one's own time and the time of others to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
Technical Capacity: Understanding of technical aspects of the job, including manufacturing processes and safety protocols.
Learning Orientation: A continual commitment to learning and self-improvement, seeking feedback and opportunities to grow professionally.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

3-5 years of experience in a production environment
Associates degree preferred at minimum
Management/Leadership experience.
Lean proficiency
Proficiency in Microsoft office including D365

Responsibilities

Operational Excellence: Ensure all manufacturing processes meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals. Actively manage safety programs to integrate safety measures into daily operations and maintain strict compliance with regulatory requirements with a continuous improvement mindset.
Leadership & Development: Lead, motivate, retain and develop a diverse team by fostering an environment of trust and collaboration. Implement training programs and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance team capabilities and performance. Provide coaching and development, make employment decisions, and resolve issues through effective problem resolution.
Performance Management: Monitor and review performance metrics regularly, holding the team accountable for meeting targets. Lead effective team meetings and use visual management tools to drive decision-making and improvements. Manage departmental performance measures, including visual controls and provide regular progress reports to the manager. Determine root cause for failed metrics and work collaboratively to implement corrective action plans.
Strategic Operations: Work closely with the General Manager and other senior leaders to align manufacturing strategies with the company's overall objectives. Utilize problem-solving tools and techniques to address operational challenges and enhance outcomes.
Community and Stakeholder Engagement: Participate in community service projects and maintain proactive communication with all stakeholders, including operations, sales teams, and external partners, to optimize material usage and operational improvements.
Ensure effective team member relations and building trusting relationships
Balance quality, productivity, cost, labor, safety, and morale to achieve positive results in all areas.
Provide leadership through activities like recruiting, interviewing, routine 1 on 1 discussions, annual reviews, and disciplinary conversations.
Assist with accident investigations as needed.
Maintain proper inventory levels if applicable within business unit
Manage department priorities which could include production scheduling, lean projects
Track absenteeism and timekeeping.
Review and correct errors in time punch reports for designated team members to ensure accurate payroll processing.
Responsible for reporting machine or system issues to maintenance
Actively participate in manufacturing products when demand calls for it or team building
Work closely with internal and external customers

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!
Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.
Holiday, personal and vacation days.

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