Production Manager - Plastics

Mauser Packaging Solutions•Conroe, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Mauser Packaging Solutions is seeking a dedicated Production Manager to join their team. This company is committed to innovation, sustainability, and providing opportunities for growth and development. The mission is to help customers achieve better sustainability with their packaging by empowering employees to do important work, solve interesting problems, and be part of a diverse, forward-looking team. Mauser Packaging Solutions strives to innovate and serve customers better, helping them be better stewards of the environment. This role is for individuals who want to build a career with a company that offers opportunities for growth and development, whether they are seasoned professionals or just beginning their careers.

Requirements

Bachelor degree in engineering or operations management, Masters desired
Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in operations, maintenance, engineering and/or process improvement roles including managing teams of people
Previous experience working in a Lean environment
Strong understanding of mechanical equipment
Must have Injection Molding experience

Nice To Haves

Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification a plus

Responsibilities

Actively participates in the site’s safety and quality management programs.
Participates and practices Lean Manufacturing practices to include Six Sigma, FMEA, 8D Problem Analysis.
Prepares and reviews any and all production, safety and quality reports.
Develops action plans with team members as needed for problem resolution.
Establishes and implements improvements for cost reduction, quality assurance and production.
Directs and assists with developmental or experimental activities.
Works with employees to get their input for problem resolution to production issues/efficiencies utilizing problem-solving tools and skills as needed.
Reviewing Key Performance Indicators (Daily, Weekly and Monthly) to ensure facility is on track to meet overall departmental objectives.
Meets with Planning and Operations team members to discuss production schedules and changes in the schedule that are needed.
Works with supervision to ensure vacancies are covered for vacations or any absences related to fulfilling production schedule requirements.
Interfaces with customers and suppliers, Visits both as necessary.
Implements proactive and corrective maintenance practices relating all production equipment.
Schedules any production line maintenance (major or minor) as needed for location.
Develops and ensures sites have an effective preventative maintenance program and they are adhering to it.
Ensures plants are meeting the cycle time requirements to meet throughput objectives.
Ensures employees are properly trained in all aspects of their jobs to include safety, quality and production.
Makes decisions regarding work processes or operational plans and schedules in order to attain operational objectives.
Performs other duties as assigned.