Manufacturing Manager

Job purpose-

Oversee the daily operations of the manufacturing process. Coordinate, plan, and direct all activities in the production process.

Duties and responsibilities-
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o Meet with Production Scheduler and Supervisor to review schedules and problems preventing on time delivery.

o Coach manufacturing staff regarding the shifting of manpower to accommodate delivery schedule.

o Develop and monitor monthly sales goals and report issues to the General Manager.

• Streamlining Build Philosophies

o Arrange production lines with the intent of eliminating as much waste as possible.

o Oversee communication to Engineering regarding modifications that may be required.

o Coach manufacturing personnel on the fundamentals of Lean Manufacturing traits.

o Active participation in work instruction and operation breakdown document review process.

o Root cause analysis of internal and external manufacturing rejections.

• Training

o Ensure departmental training requirements are achieved and properly documented with HR department in conjunction with support from Training Coordinator.

o Identify key individuals and develop their abilities for future advanced roles within the Company.

• Labor Budget monitoring

o Review labor efficiencies and assess labor overruns in conjunction with support from Labor Analyst.

o Validate estimated labor and communicate labor discrepancies with Operations Manager and General Manager

• Complete annual and probationary employee reviews
• Support and ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations, the Company Handbook, Quality and Environmental standards, and all other Company policies and procedures.
• Assist Human Resources with Disciplinary action as requested.
• Participate in and contribute to ISO/AS9100 Management Review meetings as required.
• Ensure department related ISO/AS9100 procedures, forms and work instructions are established, implemented, and maintained as per requirements of standard.
• Purchasing-off-site trips to local stores, suppliers as need arises.
• All other duties as requested or assigned.

Assigned Authorities-

Empowered to scrap product as determined necessary throughout the build process.

Permitted to initiate departmental employee disciplinary action.

Qualifications-

• High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of cable/harness assembly.
• Proficient in ERP system, Microsoft Excel, and Word software.
• Able to read and interpret Customer drawings and specifications.
• IPC-620 certification preferred but not required.
• Knowledge in the use of cable manufacturing tools, equipment, and machinery.
• Math skills required with the ability to work with fractions and decimals.
• Must know how to read and use measuring equipment (ruler, tape measure, calipers)
• Must be well organized, self-starter with the ability to lead and act with diplomacy.
• Excellent problem solving, analytical and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work well with people at all levels of the organization.
• Minimal 5 years of experience in cable/harness manufacturing.
• Minimal 5 years of experience in a leadership role.

Communication Skills-

• Individuals must be able and willing to communicate effectively with coworkers despite the presence of potential language barriers.

Working conditions-

• The work area can be crowded with products.
• Limited exposure to moderate noise levels may occur while on the manufacturing floor.
• Exposed to areas that require PPE while on manufacturing floor.
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled facility.
• Must work in areas that can be dusty with airborne particles.
• Work hours are as necessitated.
• Classification for this position – Exempt.
• Travel to customer sites may be required.
• Continual interruptions and changes of priorities will daily challenge the employee.
• Frequently work/monitor projects that require deadlines.

Physical requirements-

• Occasional long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers may occur.
• Regularly use hands and fingers to handle, control or feel objects.
• This position requires sitting and standing for extended periods of time.
• Regularly see details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to move freely around manufacturing floor as needed.

Direct reports

• Manufacturing Supervisor
• Manufacturing Line and Group Leaders
• Manufacturing Mechanics

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Salisbury, MD 21804: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person