Production Manager

Coach and support, providing performance feedback on an ongoing basis

Build group commitment to department and company goals and objectives

Complete performance evaluations in a timely manner

Responsible for hiring and progressive corrective counseling as needed

Assess training needs, providing assistance as needed

Assess shop equipment and automation needs in conjunction with Director of Operations; research and provide sound recommendations accordingly

Formulate and recommend manufacturing policies and programs that guide the organization in maintaining and improving its competitive position and the profitability of the operation

Develop the manufacturing plan and establish procedures for maintaining high standards of manufacturing operations to ensure that products conform to established customer and company quality standards

Effectively resolve customer concerns and issues in conjunction with internal customer contacts

Work with Director of Operations on major projects (e.g., plant layout changes, installation of capital equipment, major repairs, etc.)

Participate in planning, utilizing expertise and creativity for smooth job flow

Utilize problem solving techniques as needed for various manufacturing functions

Identify, recommend and implement changes to improve productivity, reduce cost and scrap, monitor rework data

Direct the establishment, implementation and maintenance of production standards

Communicate and implement all policies and procedures of Future Form Manufacturing.

Oversee Sheet Metal, Weld, Paint, and Shipping team activities, providing direction, motivation and feedback

Assess shop staffing needs and coordinate with shop leads and Administration

Represent Future Form Manufacturing positively and professionally in all internal and external customer contacts

Participate in corporate business planning and administration

Keep current on information and technology affecting functional areas to increase innovation and ensure compliance

Maintain the responsibilities of the ISO 9001 system in accordance with the requirements defined in the Quality Manual, and Procedure Level documentation

Participate actively and positively in Lean activities

Participate in sales and marketing efforts

Keep work area clean and organized

Other duties as assigned

REPORTS TO: Director of Operations

SUPERVISES: Shop production personnel including leads and supervisors

WORKS WITH: Customers, consultants, suppliers, Future Form Manufacturing Team Members

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:

Follow all OSHA safety regulations and those set by Future Form Manufacturing

REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:

Essential

BA/BS in industrial, mechanical or Business Administration or an acceptable combination of education and experience

Minimum of 5 years experience in manufacturing management, preferably in a process-oriented company

Minimum of 3 years experience managing a significant segment of a large manufacturer or the entire operation of a smaller manufacturer

Strong knowledge of all facets of precision sheet metal manufacturing

Strong math skills: ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals; algebra, geometry and trigonometry

Strong blue print knowledge including flat pattern layout knowledge

Strong ability to counsel team members and to coach and train

Strong ability to manage multiple priorities

Strong interpersonal skills

Good computer skills: Word, Excel and Internet use mandatory

Strong ability to read, analyze and interpret written instructions.

Ability to trust people to work smart