Production Manager

Conner Industries Inc.•Hogansville, GA

16d•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Conner Industries, Inc. is a leading provider of custom wood packaging and integrated packaging solutions, serving customers across a wide range of industrial markets. Supported by our vertically integrated industrial lumber capabilities, we operate 18 manufacturing locations nationwide. With more than 40 years in the industry, Conner continues to deliver reliable, tailored packaging solutions that meet the demands of our customers. The Production Manager is responsible for the overall coordination of the plant production process to optimize the use of all resources in meeting and/or exceeding established plant goals. An energetic leader who works on the production floor ensuring safety, quality and efficiency are trending in the right direction. The Production Manager is responsible for scheduling all production, overseeing the cut and assembly process, and is a “traffic director,” ensuring the plant is meeting production requirements and ultimately the end-customer’s expectations.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience; lumber related preferred
Must have experience in material flows and inventory management; continuous improvement practices; and process analysis
Strong computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office experience required
Prior experience in ERP or other business and production scheduling systems
Track record of successful project management
Great communicator and experience building/working in a team environment
Management style must be consistent with Company Culture
Strong planning, organization and time management skills
Demonstrated problem solving skills and analytical thinking
Excellent skills in Mathematics and Reasoning

Nice To Haves

Six Sigma training is a plus

Responsibilities

Schedule plant production and oversee the cut and assembly process
Communicate with necessary departments to ensure production meets or exceeds customer delivery expectations
Prepare order documents for shipping
Perform monthly inventory count and address any differences.
Ensure assigned departments perform tasks as outlined in Job Instruction Breakdowns, Quality Specifications, and Standard Operating Practices
Participate in the identification hiring needs, employee selection and training process
Provide communication on departmental expectations, lead and motivate team members, and identify opportunities for improvement
Provide team leadership consistent with company vision and mission.
Ensures Policies are followed and provides guidance and discipline
Effectively utilize all resources to maximum potential performance to achieve plant goals
Establishes individual goals for team members in alignment with overall organization goals and performs periodic performance reviews to determine progress
Provide a safe and productive work environment, including housekeeping
Participate in the identification and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives, Lean, and Six Sigma
Perform other tasks as directed by Plant Manager