Production Manager- Erie

Closure Systems International•Erie, PA

29d•Onsite

About The Position

As the key leader of the Production department, you will be driving our focus on Safety, Quality, and Product Readiness to meet customers’ needs and expectations. You’ll oversee a department of 4 supervisors and approximately 50 employees responsible for the production of closures in a 24/7 manufacturing environment. You’ll be a key leader in coordinating the production floor operations including the safety and morale of employees, the manufacturing operations, housekeeping, and equipment with the objective of improving the plant's performance in safety, cost, delivery, and quality. You are the Leader in upholding the sites Quality Standards.

Requirements

BS in Manufacturing/Engineering/Related Field/or Equivalent Combination of Experience and Education.
10+ years in Manufacturing
5+ years in Leadership roles
Self-driven
Excellent communication and record keeping within company and externally with customers and vendors
Engineering minded
Problem solving including identify, recommendations, and solutions to topics
Team building
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office
Ability to use various computer and internet applications, including database management
Extensive knowledge and use of manufacturing equipment

Nice To Haves

Knowledge in high speed manufacturing
Experience in training personnel in job related activities
Plastics manufacturing background
Understanding of Quality as a Quality Management System along with ISO and Food Safety Standards
Six Sigma
Lean Manufacturing
Formal Plastics process training and/or High Speed Manufacturing

Responsibilities

Responsible for achieving safety, quality, and productivity goals in a 24/7 Manufacturing Department.
Manage production activities and provide direction and support for all shifts.
Direct activities of the 4 shift supervisors, establish department procedures, determine priorities and secure results through subordinates.
Responsible for production employee development, conduct and overall performance of Department.
Address employee concerns, resolve problems, train, coach and discipline employees.
Make recommendations on hiring and terminations.
Enforce Company policies, safety standards, quality, GMP’s and ISO procedures.
Drive cost saving initiatives, efficiency gains, and process improvements.
Responsible for accurate production reporting and timekeeping.
Drive improvements in production efficiencies and ensure efficient labor utilization.
Use plant reporting and accounting systems to ensure cost control, make capital recommendations and deliver cost reductions.
Organize and lead employee teams to address scrap, quality, safety, and other production issues.
Corrective Action and Preventative Action key team member for internal and external matters.