Plant / Manufacturing Manager
Apply NowCompany: Chromascape, Inc.
Location: Kingman, AZ 86409
Description:
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION:
Operational Excellence
Ensure consistent production of product through documented procedures and process conditions.
Ensure that all associates receive proper training for operating equipment within standard procedures and conditions and safety and housekeeping practices.
Provide leadership, supervision, support to all Plant Employees
Ensure maximum efficiency of manpower and equipment.
Match production schedule to forecast
Work with Human Resources to ensure proper staffing levels including submitting requisitions, interviewing candidates. Main point of contact with local temporary staffing agencies.
Planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and counseling associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Operate the plant within all applicable statutory requirements (OSHA, EPA, etc).
Develop and maintain working relationships with master scheduler, supply chain, customer service, finance department and other plant associates. Track plant output, staff productivity, overtime and product quality.
Create/review production schedules and communicate any issues with meeting customer requirements
Maintain appropriate par stock of raw materials, shipping containers and finished goods.
Record all manufacturing activity in ERP system.
Ensure Timely and Accurate Order Fulfillment
Key Performance Indicators
Performance to Master Schedule
Quality
First Pass on Spec (do it right the first time)
Response and closure of plant quality (product/service) complaints
Production/Product Cost
Conversion Cost per pound
Good pounds per hour
Plant yield
Actual expenditures to budget
Safety record including recordable accidents, near-miss incident rate
Analyze data in ERP business information system related to KVI's. Compile reports as requested.
Miscellaneous
To support the vision, mission and guiding principles of the company.
Ensure all associates and contract personnel observe applicable Safety, Health, Quality and Environmental rules and guidelines. The use of appropriate personal protective equipment when required.
Attend and participate in training opportunities and seminars relevant to this position.
Adhere to company operating procedures, rules, employment, safety and quality policies.
Actively participate in CLEAN initiatives and culture.
Any other duties as assigned
Key Behavioral Competencies
Priority Management, Accountability and Integrity, Safety, Teamwork, Effective Communication
SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE OR TRAINING PREFERRED:
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.
Competent / comfortable with use of information technology including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
Prior success using ERP system (i.e. ABAS, MRP, MRPII, Process Control)
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from a four year college. (Major in Engineering, Chemistry, Sciences, Business preferred) or 5 + years of experience in manufacturing plant operations.
LEAN manufacturing knowledge
Ability to manage complex projects as needed
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or associates of organization. Ability to influence and motivate others
Prior experience successfully managing teams of associates
PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk or hear.
The associate occasionally is required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
The associate is frequently required to stand and walk.
The associate may occasionally lift up to 55 pounds and manually move product.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be exposed to fumes, dust,and toxic or caustic chemicals.
Operational Excellence
Ensure consistent production of product through documented procedures and process conditions.
Ensure that all associates receive proper training for operating equipment within standard procedures and conditions and safety and housekeeping practices.
Provide leadership, supervision, support to all Plant Employees
Ensure maximum efficiency of manpower and equipment.
Match production schedule to forecast
Work with Human Resources to ensure proper staffing levels including submitting requisitions, interviewing candidates. Main point of contact with local temporary staffing agencies.
Planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and counseling associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Operate the plant within all applicable statutory requirements (OSHA, EPA, etc).
Develop and maintain working relationships with master scheduler, supply chain, customer service, finance department and other plant associates. Track plant output, staff productivity, overtime and product quality.
Create/review production schedules and communicate any issues with meeting customer requirements
Maintain appropriate par stock of raw materials, shipping containers and finished goods.
Record all manufacturing activity in ERP system.
Ensure Timely and Accurate Order Fulfillment
Key Performance Indicators
Performance to Master Schedule
Quality
First Pass on Spec (do it right the first time)
Response and closure of plant quality (product/service) complaints
Production/Product Cost
Conversion Cost per pound
Good pounds per hour
Plant yield
Actual expenditures to budget
Safety record including recordable accidents, near-miss incident rate
Analyze data in ERP business information system related to KVI's. Compile reports as requested.
Miscellaneous
To support the vision, mission and guiding principles of the company.
Ensure all associates and contract personnel observe applicable Safety, Health, Quality and Environmental rules and guidelines. The use of appropriate personal protective equipment when required.
Attend and participate in training opportunities and seminars relevant to this position.
Adhere to company operating procedures, rules, employment, safety and quality policies.
Actively participate in CLEAN initiatives and culture.
Any other duties as assigned
Key Behavioral Competencies
Priority Management, Accountability and Integrity, Safety, Teamwork, Effective Communication
SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE OR TRAINING PREFERRED:
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.
Competent / comfortable with use of information technology including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
Prior success using ERP system (i.e. ABAS, MRP, MRPII, Process Control)
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from a four year college. (Major in Engineering, Chemistry, Sciences, Business preferred) or 5 + years of experience in manufacturing plant operations.
LEAN manufacturing knowledge
Ability to manage complex projects as needed
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or associates of organization. Ability to influence and motivate others
Prior experience successfully managing teams of associates
PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk or hear.
The associate occasionally is required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
The associate is frequently required to stand and walk.
The associate may occasionally lift up to 55 pounds and manually move product.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be exposed to fumes, dust,and toxic or caustic chemicals.