Plastic Production Manager

SALARY:  $80,000 – $100,000

Overview

Our client is a plastic film manufacturer seeking to add Production Manager for one of their manufacturing facilities. The company is growing rapidly and is looking for a manager that can oversee this rapid growth and direct this world class manufacturing facility. This is a great opportunity to join the company and advance within as they grow. The opportunity to advance to Plant Manager is available for the right individual.

Job Duties

• The Production Manager is responsible for all production operations.

• Oversees the activities of the Production Supervisors and manufacturing staff.

• Reviews and approves production scheduling with the supervisor to maintain production requirements and on time client deliveries.

• Monitors production efficiencies and equipment utilization reports, ensures production optimization using lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methods.

• Ensures adherence to ISO, OSHA and EEOC requirements within the plant.

• Oversees employee training for safety and performance.

• Sets manufacturing goals and monitors plant performance with the Production Supervisors, Trainers and Schedulers.

• Reviews manpower requirements and coordinates staffing with the HR Manager.

• Ensures strong communication and cooperation between departments.

• Oversee safety reports, accident investigations, employee reviews and employee disciplinary actions.

• Responsible for overseeing equipment maintenance, repairs and new equipment requests.

• Other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Manufacturing, Engineering or related fields.

• 4 years of management experience in manufacturing. Plastics manufacturing experience preferred. Film Preferred.

• Strong lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience. Six Sigma certification preferred.

• Good leadership skills, well organized and professional demeanor.

• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Proficient with MS Suite and experience with ERP systems IQRS knowledge is a plus.