Production Manager

Nixon Medical•Beltsville, MD

About The Position

The Production Manager supervises and manages all aspects of plant production during an assigned shift to produce the needed product on time. The role manages production associates, assists with human resource and management issues, and interacts with other departments to provide quality service. The manager supervises assigned shift associates, monitors performance and policy compliance, addresses discipline and training, completes performance evaluations, and manages line-item accountability for an assigned GL code. The role may occasionally require working different shifts to monitor plant performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Three or more years of experience serving in a production supervisory capacity.
Good working knowledge and skill in operating computers and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Extensive knowledge and skill in plant protocols and procedures, and the ability to train others in them.
Well-developed communication and basic math skills.
Organizational, analytical, and decision-making skills.
Efficient multitasking abilities and the ability to supervise multiple workers in an often fast-paced environment.
Ability to foster a positive team working environment.
Ability to stand, sit, and/or walk repeatedly throughout most of the workday; mobility is required to perform assigned functions.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as part of normal work.
Ability to occasionally work different shifts to monitor plant performance.
Wear available personal protective equipment as required by the situation.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a continuous improvement culture, such as Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma.
Six Sigma or Green Belt certification.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction to up to 30 Production Associates to ensure quality, safety, and production goals are met.
Ensure assigned processes are completed on time and according to company standards.
Manage, approve, and monitor weekly shift payroll.
Conduct coaching and counseling sessions for associates as needed.
Facilitate training for new associates and ongoing training for current associates, including monthly safety training.
Notify maintenance of needed machine repairs.
Perform duties necessary for the proper and efficient operation of the plant during the assigned shift.
Lead productive and efficient Daily Huddles with the assigned team.
Continually improve assigned performance metrics.
Maintain discipline and focus on continuous improvement practices, including 5S, Standard Work, Hour by Hour, and SQDC Boards.
Manage a clean and organized area that maintains HLAC standards and serves as a “show place” for customers and associates.
Monitor assigned associates’ work performance for compliance with company and department policies, including attendance, performance, safety, and production requirements.
Issue and discuss disciplinary actions as necessary.
Ensure proper training of new and assigned associates for their essential job functions.
Ensure associates adhere to department procedures while performing assigned duties.
Complete and share yearly or probationary performance evaluations for assigned associates in a timely manner.
Manage line-item accountability for the assigned GL code.