Production Manager

Resource Label Group • Addison Township, IL

22d • $85,000 - $92,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Resource Label Group is seeking a Production Manager to join our team in Wood Dale, IL. This position will be responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the Production teams. They will directly influence a positive work environment that drives a proactive culture of safety and employee engagement, while providing leadership to the overall operations of our Deco Label facility.

Requirements

• A minimum six (6) related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Position may require a Lift Truck Operator’s Certification.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Must have a solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Work, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

• Synthesize complex or diverse information. Collects and researches data, while using intuition and experience to complement data. Design workflows and procedures.
• Generate creative solutions, translating concepts and information into images. Use feedback to modify designs & apply design principles, while demonstrating strong attention to detail.
• Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner. Gather and analyze information skillfully. Able to assess own strengths and weaknesses while striving to continuously build team knowledge and skills.
• Communicates change effectively; develops workable implementation plans. Builds commitment and overcomes resistance. Monitors transition and evaluates results.
• Effectively develop and implement cost saving measures. Contribute to profits and revenue and conserve organizational resources.
• Have experience of utilizing Lean Six Sigma tools & techniques.
• Have a minimum 5 years’ experience leading a production team.
• Understand Continuous Improvement principles and can Manage CI projects.

Responsibilities

• Confers with management personnel to establish production and quality control standards, develop budget and cost controls and to obtain data regarding types, quantities, specifications and delivery dates of products ordered.
• Plans and directs production activities and establishes production priorities for products in keeping with effective operations and cost factors.
• Coordinates production activities with procurement, maintenance and quality control activities to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines and equipment.
• Reviews and analyzes production, quality control, maintenance and operational reports to determine causes of nonconformity with product specifications and operating or production problems.
• Develops and implements operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality.
• Revises production schedules and priorities as result of equipment failure or operating problems.
• Consults with engineering personnel relative to modification of machines and equipment in order to improve production and quality of products.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed