2nd Shift Production Manager

Polo Custom Products•Monticello, IA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Manager directs activities across all production areas to achieve desired quality and production volume efficiently. The role monitors personnel and departmental operations, establishes task priorities and production goals, and coordinates with other department managers to meet work schedules and delivery dates. It works closely with the Resource Manager on staffing needs and oversees quality, cost, safety, housekeeping, and adherence to company policies and good manufacturing practices. The manager supports equipment and facility maintenance, recommends equipment or accessories, addresses recurring malfunctions and quality or supply issues with the maintenance department, and promotes efficient use of materials and improved methods. The position maintains associate relations, handles training, planning, discipline, complaints, problem resolution and job assignments, and conducts performance evaluations. It also conducts monthly departmental meetings, participates in daily and project meetings, and may travel to seminars or off-site facilities when necessary. This is a night-shift position scheduled Monday through Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., for 40 hours per week. Occasional additional Friday hours may be required to support team operations during overtime. The work takes place in a production facility and includes exposure to noise, odors and fumes.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least five years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of written communication formats, business English and composition.
Ability to provide training to develop operators’ knowledge, skills and abilities.
Knowledge of the QA manual.
Strong communication, leadership and self-motivation skills.
Organized, responsible, punctual and self-disciplined.
Knowledge of hand tools, machine functions and test gauges, and dexterity in using hand tools.
Knowledge of safety procedures and housekeeping practices.
Ability to maintain highly confidential information.
Knowledge of operations and equipment, and ability to make minor corrections when necessary.
Basic math and reading skills.
Ability to work beyond the regular shift if necessary.
Ability to perform close visual computer work for extended periods.
Ability to read, write and communicate with internal and external customers by phone, email or in person.
Ability to move frequently around the facility, including walking, bending, stooping, climbing and reaching.
Ability to stand or sit in a stationary position for 50% of the time.
Ability to occasionally lift or carry objects weighing up to 35 pounds, or use appropriate equipment.

Nice To Haves

Engineering degree.
Two years of leadership experience or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Direct activities in all production areas to achieve desired quality and quantity efficiently.
Monitor personnel and departmental operations and establish priorities for individual task assignments.
Ensure teams produce high-quality products efficiently and effectively.
Comply with, support and enforce safety, quality, quantity and housekeeping policies and procedures.
Manage quality, production volume, costs, production schedules and delivery dates.
Coordinate with other department managers to maintain work schedules and establish production goals.
Work closely with the Resource Manager on staffing needs.
Ensure machinery, equipment and facilities are maintained; recommend new equipment or accessories.
Maintain associate relations and take appropriate disciplinary measures when needed.
Adhere to good manufacturing practices.
Promote economical use of materials, improved methods and elimination of non-value-added practices.
Review shop product alerts and justify changes when needed.
Notify maintenance of recurring equipment malfunctions, corrective actions, quality problems and supply needs.
Hold monthly departmental meetings to review production goals and quality problems and share management concerns or accomplishments.
Conduct associate performance evaluations during orientation and annually, with input from Support, and recommend pay increases within company policy.
Participate in daily and project meetings.
Set a strong performance example and work as a team-oriented leader.
Ensure internal and external customer needs are met.
Travel to seminars or off-site facilities when necessary.
Keep the production area clean and orderly.
Perform other duties as assigned.