Production Manager

National Gypsum Company•Westwego, LA

18d•$111,744 - $139,680

About The Position

Reporting to the Plant Manager, this position will manage and coordinate all areas of production and maintenance, and related services through Managers/Supervisors to achieve timely production of quality products at the most economical costs and, in the proper quantities. The successful candidate maintains and develops both a safe facility environment and a workforce capable of meeting manufacturing and maintenance requirements in the present and future, to attain objectives in accordance with production and delivery schedules.

Requirements

College degree or equivalent work experience and 8 years of manufacturing experience, with 3 of those years in a supervisory capacity
Knowledge of manufacturing safety programs and OSHA requirements
Excellent communication skills
Ability to motivate and develop people
Proven record of successful supervision responsibilities
Ability to maintain good employee relations in union operations
Knowledge of operating standards and cost control techniques relative to major cost areas

Nice To Haves

Gypsum Wallboard manufacturing experience preferred
Knowledge of statistical process control or six sigma a plus

Responsibilities

Responsible for keeping safety first for yourself and your co-workers
Direct plant operations in achievement of standards in safety, quality, productivity, housekeeping, material usage, energy usage and customer service
Direct all departmental activities involved in production and maintenance to ensure low cost operations consistent with budget objectives and availability of product
Review and approve production schedules to maximize the operating efficiency of the plan
Ensure safe working environment through effective housekeeping, enforcement of Company safety policy, and implementation of safety programs
Conduct root cause analysis evaluations to assess downtime, accidents or near-misses, quality or process problems, housekeeping and inventory control
Review departmental scheduled maintenance requirements and establish priorities and schedules to accomplish required activities
Direct manufacturing department in the production of products that meet quality specifications for product performance and packaging appearance
Motivate personnel and ensure that plant employee relations policies are consistently and fairly administered to effectively promote good morale, housekeeping, and high productivity
Train, develop, and motivate subordinates to achieve optimum performance and to prepare them for promotional opportunities
Other duties as assigned