Production Manager (BCU)

Production Manager - Mason, MI

JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for managing and executing the daily operations of the Assembly and Laser Departments. Responsible for training, directing/mentoring hourly associates and related salary support staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

•    Leads the development of work instructions, training on processes, and supervises daily operations.
•    Monitors and reports daily production activities with regards to SPC.
•    Identifies, develops, and implements strategies to attain production targets with respect to SQDCM.
•    Leads daily production meetings to communicate production goals and provide feedback on overall team performance.
•    Evaluates employee areas of improvement and implements strategies relating to employee development.
•    Provides overall employee/team development strategies through training, coaching, counseling, and performance measurement.
•    Responsible for the operation functions of the assembly/laser department.
•    Maintains and updates Business Operating System reporting requirements.
•    Leads and implements Kaizen events related to continuous improvement activities.
•    Performs other activities as related to the scope of the position.
 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

•    BS in Operations Management, Engineering, or other closely related field; -or- 8 plus years’ experience in directly related operations is accepted in lieu of degree. 
•    5+ years’ experience in automotive industry.
•    5+ years’ experience in robotic welding and laser cutting preferred.
•    Experience in supervising other employees.
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•    Excellent organizational skills.
 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

•    Familiarization with MRP and scheduling concepts, preferably SAP.
•    Exceptional computer skills, particularly with Excel, Production and Inventory Control Systems.
 

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

•    Good vision required.
•    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle, manipulate, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, talk and hear.
•    Employee must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
•    While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.
•    The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
•    The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
•    The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
•    The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.