Production Manager

Cellofoam North America Inc.•Conyers, GA

28d•Onsite

About The Position

This position has direct reporting responsibility to the plant manager and is responsible for managing production supervisors and has responsibility for all daily production activities in the hiring, leading and support of employees in a manufacturing environment. Responsible for staffing of labor, ensuring all KPI’s are identified and met for all manufacturing shifts. Knowledge of manufacturing operations and equipment necessary. Responsible for employee Safety, Quality and Productivity of assigned operations.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 to 5 years prior experience in manufacturing environment
Ability to read and understand CAD and blueprints preferred
Organizational, communication and team building skills
Computer proficiency
Good Communication skills
Ability to lead, direct, train and develop employee’s
Support and optimize production output driving continuous improvement
General Knowledge of machinery and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
Ability to use and articulate measuring devices (tape measure, calipers, weigh scales)
Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
Problem solving in fast paced environment
Ability to delegate and manage the responsibility of others
Facilitate team building and development of employees

Responsibilities

Ensuring that all Safety policies and procedures are in place and being followed
Supports the site leadership team to including the assigning of job duties, ensuring KPI’s are met and recorded daily.
Supporting and ensuring product being produced meets Cellofoam Quality specifications and requirements.
The completion of daily production reports and shift paperwork as required.
Verifying all manufacturing production policies and procedures are met and tracked daily
Review machine data and KPI’s to ensure optimal efficiency and output are met
Responsible for employee development – ensuring new employee on-boarding and employee performance reviews are completed
Attend and support daily production meeting
Responsible for the plants master production schedule (open order scheduling and planning)
Ensure the plant / site is maintaining a clean and organized work area.
Coaching, developing, counseling, and disciplining employees.
Perform other production duties as requested by supervisor.
Work in conjunction with other departments to resolve issues.
Maintain a positive work atmosphere with a culture of respect for others.
Uses appropriate judgment in upward communication regarding plant or employee concerns.
Maintain a working knowledge and is in full compliance with corporate standards for business conduct and Federal anti-trust laws.
Adhere to Cellofoam North America Inc. company focus areas: Safety, Financial, Customer, and People.