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Summary
To direct, supervise, organize, and assign work, while maintaining a high quality and productive climate
Utilize management skills as well as hands on experience to accomplish goals
Adopt and practice the highest standards of safety for both the employee and the environment
Maintain a high standard of quality in all the Clark Street Production Departments
Implement lean manufacturing methodologies and continuous improvement techniques
Set goals and train department Team Leads and employees
Assist and support Trojan Management
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Lead in the assigning of all production activities for all shifts
Maintain a safe working environment by assuring the facility meets all government regulations as set forth by OSHA, the City of Santa Fe Springs, the company standards and any others that may apply
Ability to assume all responsibilities of Emergency Response Coordinator
Responsible for the product quality/product workmanship, process control, work techniques and methods
Six Sigma tools to improve the processes and generate change to eliminate waste
Manage inventory, produce schedules, create orders, report production and receive product. Perform production planning operations utilizing MRP outputs, inputs, and signal reports, pegging planned orders ensuring the proper inputs will drive work orders to on time completion providing finished product WIP materials to the Assembly Department
Monitor and control budgets for all departments for the Clark St. manufacturing facility utilizing P.M.C.
Monitor and set up controls for scrap. Evaluate data to improve process to reduce scrap in all manufacturing departments for the Clark St. manufacturing facility
Reviewing physical inventories plan and schedule change-overs to equipment and review equipment set ups
Assign work to Team Leads to assure a safe environment, and high-quality product and a productive environment
Organize all production activities for all departments at Clark Street
Review production schedules, materials and manpower resources to coordinate personnel in order to maximize production objectives, while maintaining quality and meeting output requirements
Confers with assigned employees regarding process and materials problems, and coordinates with support groups in the resolution of problems affecting schedules and production
Provide information and collaborate with Environmental, Quality Control, Maintenance, Engineering, Scheduling, and Manufacturing, to assist and / or to implement programs related to cost reductions, work simplification, dies/ tooling tryouts, methods, procedures, scheduling, planning, machine repairing, and maintenance schedules
Responsible for implementation of safety and environmental devices/ equipment, general housekeeping and maintaining a constant alert for hazardous conditions and / or work practices
Maintain and train an adequate and efficient work force in accordance with skill requirements, work levels, schedules, and work hours requirements
Attend training classes, technical and administrative courses, keep abreast of new developments relevant to the technical, administrative and supervisory aspects related to the position
Follows quality system procedures
Performs other duties as required or directed
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervise many direct reports
Evaluate performance, provides feedback, and completes annual performance reviews
Get involved, direct and supervise equipment set-ups and operations. Plan, organize and delegate work assignments to meet schedules and best utilize man-hours, skills and equipment
Manage employee work schedules and labor hours in Kronos
Be an integral part to communicate information to subordinates and to train employees under your responsibility
Organize and assign work to crews utilizing personnel skills, knowledge, work hours and equipment capacities to the best advantage for cost, schedule and quality
Administer and assist with safety violation warnings and administer approved disciplinary measures when necessary
Train and develop employees for job advancement and enhancement
Provide an environment that instills good moral
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to multi-task
Highly motivated self-starter
Must be able to provide effective leadership for subordinates, while building a teamwork environment
Must have an open, supportive management style, with the self-confidence to accept guidance and direction as needed
Experience with ERP systems is required
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office applications
Willing to complete Green Belt certification training
Good oral and written communication skills (ability to interface with internal and external customers)
Must be flexible with shift availability
EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 3 years of experience working at a supervisory level within a manufacturing operation; battery industry experience preferred
High school diploma required; AA or BA/BS preferred
Language Skills
Proficient in English
Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus
Good written and verbal communication skills are essential
Mathematical Skills
Basic understanding of descriptive statistics (pareto charts, fishbone diagrams, and run charts, etc.)
Intermediate mathematical skills
REASONING ABILITY
Able to effectively respond under pressure during decision-making situations
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Must be able to lift 25lbs
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time
Must have finger dexterity for typing/using a keyboard
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics are normal office conditions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Occasional overtime may be required
Consistent and regular attendance required
Must be able to work in a lead-acid battery plant. Lead by example by demonstrating outstanding blood lead health and hygiene practices and following company policy regarding blood lead health requirements.
if you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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