ILUS - Production Manager (Shipping)

Daifuku Intralogistics America•Hobart, IN

1d•$90,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Shipping Manager manages the activities and performance of Supervisors to ensure quality products are manufactured on time, safely, and within budget. This role oversees department operations, staffing, production schedules, and resources to complete projects on schedule and within budget. The position works on-site daily in Hobart, Indiana, and collaborates with the Director of Manufacturing, Project Managers, Engineering, and other resources. The salary range is $90,000–$120,000K.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience.
At least 5 years of management experience in the material handling industry.
Excellent management skills for directing, coaching, scheduling, and assisting team members.
Technical orientation and ability to learn new technologies.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Office products.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Self-motivated and detail-oriented.
Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
Team-oriented and collaborative.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
Must be available to work on-site daily in Hobart, Indiana.

Nice To Haves

Experience using an MRP/ERP system; SAP preferred.
Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and reporting.

Responsibilities

Manage the department to ensure efficient, timely production and appropriate staffing to complete projects on schedule and within budget.
Manage Supervisors and support recruiting, selection, orientation, training, assignment, scheduling, coaching, counseling, and discipline of employees.
Communicate job expectations; plan, monitor, appraise, and review employee contributions; plan and review compensation actions; and enforce policies and procedures.
Assign duties, provide verbal and written instructions, and review work for compliance with quality and safety standards.
Provide technical guidance to team members and consult other resources as needed.
Communicate schedules and backlogs with the Director of Manufacturing.
Work with Project Managers and Engineering as appropriate.
Determine outsourcing needs to maintain project schedules.
Review labor charges, purchase requisitions, and department schedules.
Conduct department and CIT meetings.
Comply with Daifuku’s QMS policies and procedures.
Ensure sustainable process outputs that support continuous improvement, leading industry performance, and customer satisfaction.