Section Manager-Machining SG25

PACCAR • Columbus, MS

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About The Position

The Section Manager Machining leads the Evening Shift Machining Team, including Production and Maintenance associates, and drives implementation of Lean Manufacturing principles and execution of process improvements across safety, quality, delivery, maintenance, reliability, engineering, cost, morale, and environmental areas. The role oversees 4–5 direct reports and up to 100 non-exempt/shop-floor employees.

The position performs complex administrative work, gathers and analyzes information about safety incidents, quality containments, production constraints, and equipment issues, and supports the department manager. It maintains accurate records and reports, coordinates information with internal and external stakeholders, supports team development and new-hire training, and uses analytics, lean processes, metrics, and KPIs to drive results. The manager also plans and completes special assignments within the department and facility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Supervisory experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of PPS, Six Sigma, and Lean Manufacturing concepts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and evaluate complex situations to recommend sound action plans.
• Must be able to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Evening Shift Machining Team, including Production and Maintenance associates.
• Drive implementation of Lean Manufacturing principles and process improvements across safety, quality, delivery, maintenance, reliability, engineering, cost, morale, and environmental areas.
• Collect, process, analyze, and respond to information about safety incidents, quality containments, production constraints, and equipment issues; support the department manager.
• Obtain, compile, maintain, and issue records, reports, data, and lists, ensuring accuracy and proper distribution.
• Coordinate with and provide information to other departments, divisions, suppliers, customers, contractors, and applicants as needed.
• Support and develop teams, including assisting with onboarding and training new hires.
• Drive results using analytics, lean processes, data-driven metrics, and KPIs.
• Plan, research, organize, analyze, and complete special assignments within the department and facility.
• Perform complex clerical and specialized administrative tasks requiring knowledge of PACCAR's organization and policies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plan options for employees and their families.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA).
• 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 5%.
• Fully funded pension plan providing monthly benefits after retirement.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Paid short- and long-term disability programs.
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program services, including wellness plans, estate planning, and financial counseling.
• Paid time off, including a minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick time; additional vacation days with increased seniority or years of service.
• Holiday gift.
• Relocation assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager