Manufacturing Director -- Northbrook, IL

United Performance Metals is in search of an Operations Lead for their office in Chicago, IL.
This role will entail overseeing technical and engineering project management functions, process development and approval in support of all UPM facilities. Additionally, this individual will lead UPM Chicago's team and focus on profitability by providing direction for warehouse operations, safety measures, continuous improvements, superior quality, customer fulfillment, and cost containment. The Operations Lead will also create a safe, comfortable and conducive working environment for all employees while instilling a positive morale.
Supported by O'Neal Industries with over a century of expertise, this job opening offers an opportunity to learn the ropes of distributing specialized metals globally. Our company prides itself on delivering excellence and expanding opportunities for our members through advanced technology and global reach.
Working Hours: 8am - 5pm
Key Performance Indicators: Mastery of advanced Project Management skills including Manufacturing Processes, Industrial Engineering, and Process Improvement. Implementing World Class Operations in the UPM Chicago Warehouse that delivers low-cost operations, exceptional customer service, performance, and advanced operational development.
Principal Accountabilities:

• Technical/Process Development:
  
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Support to sales, Business Development and Program Management, and all areas of Operations/Manufacturing
  • Support Operations Industrial Engineering efforts with Production Time Studies, LEAN Project Analysis, and Work-Center Process Improvements.
  • Support all Operations Leaders with New Equipment Analysis and Training, Productivity Improvements, Cost Reductions, Lead-time reductions
• Leadership:- Responsible for the training and development of all direct and indirect employees related to unacceptable performance, behavior, and personal career development goals.
  
  • Provide effective leadership to all direct and indirect reports to create/maintain an efficient, cost-effective organization while creating a safe and enjoyable work environment.
• Continuous Improvement:
  
  • Working with the Operations Manager to, develop, implement, and maintain an environment of a Continuous Improvement (CI) culture at all levels of the warehouse operations.
  • Housekeeping: Implement housekeeping standards and ensure the housekeeping in all areas of the warehouse (inside and outside) is maintained to an acceptable level throughout each day.
  • 5S/Lean: Working with the Operations Manager to, implement, enforce, and maintain an environment of 5S and Lean concepts to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency
• Maintain inventory integrity and accuracy
• HS&E/Compliance
• Ethics/Compliance/Safety
• Productivity/Metrics/Operations
• Quality: Fully support and enforce compliance with all AS/ISO requirements.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including creating spreadsheets, using pivot tables and Access.
• Proven coaching/leadership skills to create a collaborative environment and achieve results.
• Excellent communication (both oral and written) with the ability to communicate across all levels of the organization.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions under high-pressure situations.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• 401k match
• Competitive premiums on health, eye, and dental insurance
• 2 weeks PTO, plus sick and personal time
• Discounts with Verizon and AT&T
• Quarterly bonus program

• Lean/Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified
• Associates Degree in a related field
• 5 years: Proven effective leadership skills
• 5 years: Manufacturing/distribution/warehouse experience

• Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Six Sigma Experience
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• AS9100 Experience