Production Manager

Hydac Corporation Accumulator•Bethlehem, PA

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About The Position

HYDAC is a family-owned and operated business with a vibrant and rewarding working environment for our employees across the country. Our goal is to provide quality products, components and services that meet our customer expectations while being committed to the protection and preservation of our environment. HYDAC’s passionate team designs and manufactures a comprehensive line of innovative and reliable solutions optimized for any demand our customers require. The Operations Manager will oversee management of all areas of Manufacturing to produce products and direct activities so that approved products are manufactured on-schedule and within quality standards and cost objectives. You will make an impact in this role by: Developing the manufacturing plan and establishing procedures for maintaining high standards of manufacturing operations to ensure that products conform to established customer and company quality standards Achieving optimum employee levels with least amount of overhead and raw material costs to meet annual budgetary plan Formulating and recommending manufacturing policies and programs that guide the organization in maintaining and improving its competitive position and the profitability of the operation. Directing and monitoring department managers to accomplish goals of the manufacturing plan, consistent with established manufacturing and safety procedures Acting as liaison between department management/subordinate levels, as well as executive/department manager levels to inform personnel of communications, decisions, policies and all matters that affect their performance, attitudes and results. Hiring, training, developing and evaluating staff. Directing and coordinating various programs essential to manufacturing procedures (e.g., training, safety, housekeeping, cost reduction, worker involvement, security, etc.). Initiate and coordinate major projects, (e.g., plant layout changes, installation of capital equipment, major repairs, etc.). Identifying, recommending and implementing changes to improve productivity and reduce cost and scrap, monitor scrap and rework data. Direct the establishment, implementation and maintenance of production standards.

Requirements

BA/BS in industrial, mechanical or business administration is strongly preferred. Or a 4-year technical degree in related discipline. Will consider individuals with an Associates degree plus applicable work experience.
10+ years’ experience in manufacturing management, preferably in process-oriented operations and/or related industry.
A minimum of 5 years’ experience managing a significant segment of a large manufacturer or the entire operation of a smaller manufacturer.
Work effectively and relate well with others
Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others, working to maintain constructive working relationships.
Keep current on information and technology affecting functional areas to increase innovation and ensure compliance

Responsibilities

Developing the manufacturing plan and establishing procedures for maintaining high standards of manufacturing operations to ensure that products conform to established customer and company quality standards
Achieving optimum employee levels with least amount of overhead and raw material costs to meet annual budgetary plan
Formulating and recommending manufacturing policies and programs that guide the organization in maintaining and improving its competitive position and the profitability of the operation.
Directing and monitoring department managers to accomplish goals of the manufacturing plan, consistent with established manufacturing and safety procedures
Acting as liaison between department management/subordinate levels, as well as executive/department manager levels to inform personnel of communications, decisions, policies and all matters that affect their performance, attitudes and results.
Hiring, training, developing and evaluating staff.
Directing and coordinating various programs essential to manufacturing procedures (e.g., training, safety, housekeeping, cost reduction, worker involvement, security, etc.). Initiate and coordinate major projects, (e.g., plant layout changes, installation of capital equipment, major repairs, etc.).
Identifying, recommending and implementing changes to improve productivity and reduce cost and scrap, monitor scrap and rework data. Direct the establishment, implementation and maintenance of production standards.