Production Manager, Machine Room

The Bernard Group Inc•Chanhassen, MN

5d•$73,600 - $80,950•Onsite

About The Position

The Bernard Group is looking for a Production Manager to join our Machine Room team. You’ll be part of a talented group that collaborates to deliver world class products to our customers. This role is responsible for managing, mentoring and coaching Supervisors, Leads and employees working in the Machine Room production area. This role will ensure work is monitored and controlled in order to meet TBG’s quality standards and the clients’ schedule expectations. The Production Manager, with the help of the Production Supervisors, trains and provides expertise to new and existing employees on the most efficient and effective methods of machine operations and new equipment. The Production Manager is responsible for the overall effectiveness of the team members which includes: managing variable costs such as direct labor and materials utilized, as well as reducing scrap and the need for re-work. The Production Manager identifies the need for additional resources, human capital or machinery, and creates the cost/benefit analysis. This position has responsibility for performance reviews, staff development, employee engagement, and addressing any necessary disciplinary actions as required.

Requirements

Accurately use and understand measuring devices to ensure that work performed matches drawing specifications
Be able to conform to changing priorities, demands and timelines throughout the workday
Display high levels of customer service within the organization
Understand and maintain the values and standards of The Bernard Group related to customer confidentiality, organization principles and employee information
Continuously display professionalism with customers and management while proficiently taking action to achieve The Bernard Group corporate goals and company initiatives
Create a Passion For Excellence environment that strives constantly for world class results
Display the Art of Teams mentality: effectively communicates with the fabrication team to ensure production schedule aligns with customer needs
Able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills including, demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organization
Willing to admit when you make a mistake (it happens to the best of us)
Fiercely loyal to both our customers and team
Trustworthy, reliable, and easy to get along with
Enthusiastic and eager to take on new challenges
Adaptable and willing to wear whatever hat gets the job done

Nice To Haves

The ability to work well with others in a team environment
A willingness to learn enterprise initiatives and improve best practices
The ability to adapt quickly to new environments and add value on team projects
A positive attitude, with a disposition to serve others above normal job duties

Responsibilities

Motivate, mentor, coach and train employees for professional development, employee engagement, and the creation of a safe and inclusive environment
Set high performance expectations, audits those expectations and provide feedback, both positive and constructive to ensure those expectations are met
Work closely with Production Supervisors, as well as other production area leadership, in prioritizing and directing department work flow
Support safe environment, driving towards 0 OSHA recordables
Audit quality processes (through Positive Interruptions) for accuracy and consistency to ensure processes are being followed and we are WOWing our clients
Ensure assembly integrity through continuous monitoring of departmental processes in conjunction with the Production Lead
Maintain high quality standards
Oversee the maintenance of appropriate levels of supplies to meet production requirements
Monitor issues and receipts for work orders in conjunction with the Production Supervisors
Establish open lines of communication with the production floor
Represent corporate policy and communicate to employees as required
Ensure training and skills matrix are in compliance with training policy
Work toward continuous improvement
Implement and execute new hire training and provide learning opportunities to enhance continuous improvement with existing employees
Handle necessary ADP and EPACE functions
Monitor efficiency and productivity and implement improvements
Drive improvements in material flow, including cell design and material delivery
Interact with other support departments as required
Provide the cost/benefit analysis for the acquisition of new equipment
Troubleshoot production problems to ensure productivity and quality standards are met
Perform duties in other areas of the Fabrication department, as needed