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G&W Electric Co. · 2 weeks ago

Production Manager - Viper Product Line (Day Shift)

Bolingbrook, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$97K/yr - $126K/yr

3+ years exp

G&W Electric is a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions, and they are seeking a Production Manager to oversee manufacturing operations for the Viper Product Line. The role involves managing a team, ensuring production quality and efficiency, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing process.

ElectronicsHardwareManufacturingTransportation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead the designated value stream to meet and improve schedule dates, reduce process times, reduce inventory levels and increase the utilization of resources

Partner with Operational Excellence to establish value stream priorities in line with future state and business strategy

Research new processes and equipment that may improve throughput and productivity

Monitor production schedules and results and inform management and peers regarding production delays and other related issues

Work with Supply Chain, QA and Planning regarding parts, inventory and quality issues

Assist supervisors in the evaluation and improvement of manufacturing processes, through lean concepts and Six Sigma, while driving a lean culture

Drive team toward execution of business goals using Lean manufacturing methodology

Lead and mentor a manufacturing workforce consisting of approximately 90 employees including supervisors, team leaders, and hourly production workers

Ensure the quality and timely manufacture and delivery of customer orders

Promote a working environment that encourages employee involvement to achieve excellence in productivity, customer service and quality

Ensure coordination and cooperation between departments to meet company objectives

Assist in creation and compliance of the department’s annual budget

Oversee problem resolution to address operational and mechanical problems and the analysis for reoccurrence prevention

Set priorities with the assistance of the Director of Operations

Confer with other department heads to ensure coordination of purchasing, production, and shipping to meet the department and company goals

Institute policies and controls for cost-cutting and research new processes and equipment that may improve throughput and profitability

Evaluate and update the performance of team members against their job requirements and performance goals within the time frame designated for their position level

Review performance or all subordinates and all salary adjustments for the Viper team

Review disciplinary actions to ensure consistency and policy compliance

Ensure compliance with Corporate Safety Policies, OSHA and EPA Standards

Respond to and resolve department emergencies

Responsible for executing business goals supporting safety, quality, cost and delivery objectives

Qualification

Lean manufacturingSix SigmaEngineering degreeSupervisory experienceManufacturing processesContinuous improvementCustomized engineered productsCoaching skillsProblem-solvingTeam playerCommunication skills

Required

Has a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Manufacturing related field

Has at least 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment

Possesses 3-5 years' experience in low volume/high mix, engineered and built to order manufacturing environment

Has extensive knowledge and leadership in the principles and practice of Lean, Six Sigma, 5P and/or other continuous improvement models; participated in related improvement projects

Holds a proven record of initiative, problem solving and the ability to recognize and implement improvements

Has experience working with customized engineered products

Is a strong team player

Is a strong problem-solving skills

Has the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within and across departments and the company to support organization strategies

Has the ability to maintain the professional competence, knowledge, and skill necessary for the performance of all assigned responsibilities

Has the ability to teach others, mentor and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization

Has superior coaching and communication skills

Has the willingness to work overtime as needed (including possible weekends as production needs dictate)