Production Manager

NIXON MEDICAL•Beltsville, MD

10d

About The Position

The Production Manager supervises and manages all aspects of plant production during an assigned shift to ensure needed products are produced on time. The role oversees production associates, supports human resources and management matters, and works with other departments to provide quality service. The manager is responsible for maintaining production, quality, safety, training, and performance standards while fostering continuous improvement and keeping the work area clean and organized.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Three or more years of experience serving in a production supervisory capacity.
Good working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Extensive knowledge of plant protocols and procedures, with the ability to train others.
Well-developed communication and basic math skills.
Organizational, analytical, and decision-making skills.
Ability to multitask efficiently and supervise multiple workers in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to foster a positive team-working environment.
Ability to stand, sit, and/or walk repeatedly throughout most of the workday.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Mobility necessary to perform assigned functions.
Ability to occasionally work different shifts to monitor plant performance.
Wear personal protective equipment when required by the situation.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a continuous-improvement culture, such as Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma.
Six Sigma or Green Belt certification.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction to up to 30 Production Associates to meet quality, safety, and production goals.
Ensure assigned processes are completed on time and according to company standards.
Manage, approve, and monitor weekly shift payroll.
Conduct coaching and counseling sessions for associates as needed.
Facilitate onboarding and ongoing training for associates, including monthly safety training.
Notify maintenance of needed machine repairs.
Perform duties needed for the proper and efficient operation of the plant during the assigned shift.
Lead productive and efficient daily huddles with the assigned team.
Continually improve assigned performance metrics.
Promote a continuous-improvement culture using practices such as 5S, Standard Work, Hour by Hour, and SQDC Boards.
Maintain a clean, organized area that meets HLAC standards and serves as a showplace for customers and associates.
Supervise associates on the assigned shift and monitor their work for compliance with company and department policies, including attendance, performance, safety, and production requirements.
Issue and discuss disciplinary actions as necessary.
Ensure new and assigned associates receive training relevant to their essential job functions and adhere to department procedures.
Complete and share yearly or probationary performance evaluations for assigned associates in a timely manner.
Manage line-item accountability for the assigned GL code.