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Diana Hughes
Corporate Recruiter at JCB North America
Pooler, GA, USA Req #510
Friday, January 26, 2024
Position Purpose
This position is responsible for developing plans for process upgrades, factory development, new product introductions and monitoring adhering to budgets and production schedules. This position is also responsible for providing leadership to department managers throughout the manufacturing area.
Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities
Plan, monitor and control spending
Assist New Product/Projects Manager in studying the feasibility of new projects
Plan and maintain time schedule
Allocate priorities to tasks and reschedule work or tasks as needed
Monitor and report progress
Manage the all manufacturing areas
Implement any necessary training programs for department managers
Establish and discipline within each team to follow standards to build products
Promote safety awareness, quality culture and customer focus
Ensure that Continuous Improvement Tools and Techniques are utilized to improve operations.
Promote using Problem Solving Tools and Techniques in an effort to assist Manufacturing in the elimination of defects and inventory areas
Nature & Scope
Reports to Director of Manufacturing
Minimum Qualifications
Must pass any drug screens, background checks and any pre-employments tests as applicable.
Bachelor’s degree
Fifteen to twenty years of manufacturing experience with some knowledge of each department
Seven to ten years of experience in a supervisory/department manager role
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree or MBA with a manufacturing emphasis
Fifteen to twenty years of manufacturing experience with some knowledge of each department in a related industry
Ten years of experience in a supervisory/department manager role
Physical Requirements
Must be able to work flexible schedule, including but not limited to 12 hour shifts/7 days a week
Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10lbs, frequently and/or move up to 35lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50lbs
Must be able to perform continuous, repetitious physical activities. These activities may involve fine movements or large motions
Must be able to grasp/pinch small items, reach out and up, and turn wrist
Must be capable of keeping pace with current production speed
Must be able to push/pull with reasonable force
Must be able to perform the following requirements of bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, and standing for extended periods of time
Must be able to work in multiple climates including: hot/cold temperatures, and dusty environment
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies
Experience with world-class organizations or Tier One Suppliers
Ability to develop and implement strategies
Conversant in quality processes
Driven toward achieving goals
Adept in matrix, multi-cultural organization
Solid analytical skills with a practical balance of shop floor experience
Knowledge of manufacturing equipment and processes
Highly motivated self-starter
Effective organizational and communication skills
Detail oriented and self-directed
Ability to delegate work
Creative problem solving skills
Multi-task while maintaining a sense of urgency
Flexibility with work activities
Ability to give direction well, either verbal or written
Physical Requirements
Must be able to work flexible schedule, including but not limited to 12 hour shifts/7 days a week.
Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10lbs, frequently and/or move up to 35lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50lbs.
Must be able to perform continuous, repetitious physical activities. These activities may involve fine movements or large motions.
Must be able to grasp/pinch small items, reach out and up, and turn wrist.
Must be capable of keeping pace with current production speed.
Must be able to push/pull with reasonable force.
Must be able to perform the following requirements of bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, and standing for extended periods of time.
Must be able to work in multiple climates including: hot/cold temperatures, and dusty environment.
JCB is an equal employment opportunities (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED
Other details
Job Family Management
Pay Type Salary
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Machinery Manufacturing
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