Manufacturing Manager - 1st shift

Klein Tools • Trevose, PA

3d

About The Position

The Manufacturing Manager provides hands-on oversight of production, machining, press, and assembly activities under the direction of the Operations Manager. The role executes operational and streamlined process improvements assigned by the Operations Manager, supports production schedules and customer and inventory requirements, and drives quality, efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement. The manager works collaboratively with facility departments and the plant management team to meet company goals and deadlines.

Requirements

• High school diploma, trade school/college certificate or degree, and ten years of CNC and machining experience involving leading and training others to meet manufacturing goals.
• Knowledge of CNC programming both on a computer and at the machine.
• Ability to conceptualize the big picture, anticipate challenges, motivate the workforce, and train direct reports to meet production needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of people and departments.
• Commitment to learning and personal growth for oneself and the team.
• Ability to occasionally perform the described physical activities, including standing, walking, sitting, handling tools or controls, reaching, pushing or pulling, climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, using foot or leg controls, and talking or hearing.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds; employees should not lift more than 50 pounds on their own.
• Vision abilities required include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the team’s effective use of available resources to meet production schedules for customer orders and inventory requirements.
• Execute schedules, reviews, performance feedback, primary task training, cross-training, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure production, machining, and assembly meet quality, run-rate, and labor-cost standards, and continuously improve cost efficiency.
• Oversee accurate CNC programming for all in-house machined parts and products.
• Collaborate with other facility departments to promote continuous improvement, implement strategic plans, and reallocate personnel resources to meet company goals and deadlines, including work with Supply Chain, Engineering, Sales, and Product Development.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and maintain an orderly, clean environment.
• Implement and enforce company policies, goals, objectives, and procedures in conjunction with the plant management team.
• Perform subordinate duties as needed to meet deadlines.
• Perform other duties as required within the nature and level of the work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED