Production Manager

Midway Products Brand•Hudson, IN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Manager directs and coordinates production activities through subordinate area managers, under the supervision of the Plant Manager. The role uses knowledge of product technology, production methods and procedures, and machine and equipment capabilities to plan production and set priorities in line with effective operations and cost factors. It also oversees associate training and performance in manufacturing, safety, maintenance, and quality practices; coordinates production with production control, maintenance, the tool room, and quality control; and reviews operational reports to identify and address production and quality issues. The Production Manager implements methods to resolve operating problems and improve product quality, collaborates with engineering on equipment modifications, addresses employee complaints with management, and maintains compliance with organizational policies and safety standards. The role forecasts labor needs, recommends equipment or layout changes, enforces housekeeping and quality standards, makes production-related quality and staffing dispositions, and supports LTA, MOS, and Continuous Improvement programs. Physical requirements include regular time on the manufacturing plant floor, prolonged standing and walking, exposure to typical production conditions including noise and PPE use, and occasional lifting.

Requirements

Knowledge of product technology, production methods and procedures, and machine and equipment capabilities.

Responsibilities

Direct and coordinate production activities through subordinate area manager personnel.
Supervise, train, instruct, and evaluate associates in manufacturing, safety, maintenance, and quality methods and procedures.
Plan and direct production activities and establish product priorities based on effective operations and cost factors.
Coordinate production with production control, maintenance, the tool room, and quality control to optimize production and use of manpower, machines, and equipment.
Review and analyze production, quality, maintenance, and operational reports to determine causes of product nonconformity or production problems.
Implement operating methods and procedures to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality.
Consult with engineering personnel about machine and equipment modifications to improve production and product quality.
Conduct investigations and meetings to resolve employee complaints, and discuss complaints with management for resolution.
Maintain compliance with organizational policies and safety standards.
Forecast labor requirements and recommend equipment or layout changes.
Enforce plant housekeeping standards and ensure individuals comply with quality standards.
Make dispositions on production-related quality issues and staffing.
Lead and support LTA, MOS, and Continuous Improvement programs.
Perform other essential functions as assigned.