Senior Manufacturing Management Program (MMDP) - Production Management

National Gypsum Company•Charlotte, NC

23h•$96,336 - $120,420•Onsite

About The Position

This position is designed to fast-track experienced manufacturing professionals into plant management roles. This program is tailored for seasoned candidates with extensive experience in manufacturing management, aiming to introduce them to the drywall manufacturing process and Gold Bond plant systems to allow them to better utilize their manufacturing management leadership skills.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required with training in a science/engineering discipline preferred.
Minimum of 8 years in manufacturing with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
Minimum of 3 years as a manufacturing department manager with safety, quality, productivity, cost, and capital responsibility.
Experience in manufacturing management, quality control, or research and development with a demonstrated record of growth and achievement
Strong mechanical ability and problem-solving skills
Strong organizational skills to conduct training sessions on various safety and operational topics.
Excellent supervisory and communication skills; ability to effectively communicate throughout all levels of the organization
Ability to enforce all plant safety and productivity goals, including plant policies/procedures
Willingness and ability to handle multiple tasks and responsibilities, sometimes involving stressful work environment
Ability to develop staff to maintain successful operations as business levels grow
Willingness to add new responsibilities and relocate for future assignments

Nice To Haves

Six Sigma certification a plus

Responsibilities

Supervise the 24/7 operations of production lines and related plant operations
Ensure a safe working environment through effective safety training and inspections
Actively monitor shift activities for quality, process, maintenance and personnel issues
Manage department labor, productivity, and maintenance budgets to meet cost goals
Motivate personnel in a manner that effectively promotes good morale, housekeeping, and high productivity.
Responsible for accurate production reporting and raw material inventories
Conduct and evaluate testing processes to improve product consistency and quality
Investigate quality complaints and implement corrective action
Develop and implement department Preventative Maintenance program to reduce machine downtime and repair costs
Serve on plant committees as determined by Plant Manager
Perform duties of Department Manager in his/her absence
Performance indicator responsibilities include: Safety: TCIR and LTIR of 0, Percent defective, Machine efficiency, Unplanned downtime, PM completion %, Repair costs, Inventory Turns, Process and product specification compliance
SAP – Will be responsible for checking production and downtime entries as well as assisting with scheduling production and making any necessary adjustments
Cycle counting – responsible for monthly or sooner if needed cycle counts of critical items and then responsible for investigating and correcting any discrepancies
Other duties as assigned