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PRODUCTION MANAGER
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all essential functions, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties at any time.
Job Description:
Reporting to the Vice President of Operations, the Production Manager is a key member of the management staff, who is responsible to develop short and long-term operational plans, policies, programs, operating procedures and objectives.
The manager maintains close surveillance over daily manufacturing operations through reports, staff meetings, observation and personal contact to assure integration of workflow, timely production, budgetary conformance and utilization of staffing resources and equipment.
Essential Functions:
- Act as a liaison between co-workers and management team to keep people informed on matters of communication, decisions and policies
- Ensure all quality and process procedures are followed at all levels in the production department
- Ensure timely internal response to operational issues impacting customer expectations and project cycle time performance
- Assist and advise others to resolve problems and implement permanent corrective action
- Delegate responsibilities, provide guidance/direction to direct reports and co-workers
- Drive continuous improvement efforts to reduce costs and improve quality
- Coordinate production with purchasing, shipping logistics, and project management
- Administer or assist in coordination of various programs such as, ISO 9001-2010, cost reduction, facility security, staffing and hourly wage administration
- Emphasize importance of and monitor compliance to appropriate safety policies and procedures
- Ensure all plant productivity, quality and safety goals are achieved
- Provides oversight of the calibration schedules for production equipment
- Prepares reporting and is accountable for the WIP reconciliation
- Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- 5-10 years of prior operational management experience in manufacturing
- Possess a thorough knowledge and understanding of manufacturing systems and a good working knowledge of processes and products
- Formal electronics training via military or trade school preferred
- Organized with a resourceful approach toward collaborative solutions when implementing improvements and corrective actions
- Must be able to maintain high level of confidentiality and discretion
- Understanding of quality principles and techniques
- Advanced teambuilding / people management skills, strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to calculate production job costs and monitor appropriate manufacturing times
- Able to provide guidance, direction, goals, feedback, discipline and delegate authority
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to make quick decisions
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multi-task
- Experience with an ERP system (EPICOR) highly preferred
- Knowledge of safety practices and a demonstrated commitment to maintain them
- ESD Awareness
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong presentation skills
- Duties will require the ability to occasionally lift 25 lbs
- Must have the ability to obtain security clearance
- Must be able to pass a preemployment drug screening and background check
Salary Range: Pay: $110,000.00 to $130,000.00 per year.
Location: Onsite with a 9/80 schedule. Every other Friday OFF.
EOE, including disability/vets.
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
IRF Solutions is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/ Disability/ Veterans Employer. IRF Solutions is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. IRF Solutions maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
Proof of employment authorization will be required. IRF Solutions is not required to sponsor applicants for work visas. As this position will require access to export-controlled information, only applications from “U.S. persons” within the meaning of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and Export Administration Regulations will be considered. IRF Solutions is not required to seek export license for applicants who do not meet this requirement.
As an equal opportunity employer, IRF Solutions, is committed to a diverse workforce. EOE, including disability/vets. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the IRF Solutions career website, because of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodation by email at hr@irf-solutions.com or by phone at (443) 595-8500.
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