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Nice Group · 11 hours ago

Production Manager

Kent, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$95K/yr - $125K/yr

4+ years exp

Nice North America is a subsidiary of Nice S.p.A., an Italian multinational leader in Home and Building Automation. The Production Manager will analyze production processes, oversee daily manufacturing operations, and lead the safety committee while focusing on continuous improvement and lean manufacturing practices.

Consumer ElectronicsElectronicsSales Automation

Responsibilities

Develops MPS and MRP on a regular basis and works closely with Supply Chain to align production and purchasing plans

Develops CRP on a regular basis and works closely with Human Resources to align required capacity plan with required workforce

Reviews sales orders and schedules to determine the optimum production loading needed to satisfy demand and ensure on-time delivery to customers

Determines optimum staffing level and deployment based on sales forecast and standard times for assembly operations

Resolves operational and manufacturing problems to ensure minimum cost and prevent operational delays

Work closely with Supply Chain, Logistics, Sales, and Engineering to ensure coordination of fulfillment activities

Coordinate production of warranty and spares assemblies

Participate in new product development introduction

Take an active role in improving operational efficiency through Lean implementation, 5S and 6 Sigma

Champion continuous improvement initiatives in the production area

Compiles, stores, and reports on production data

Develop new metrics and KPI for continuous improvement

Control production department budgets

Coordinate with Quality Department to establish quality control procedures

Create training manuals and host departmental training sessions

Communicate any problems or obstacles to senior management

Inspects machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization

Schedules routine maintenance for operational equipment in coordination with site management

Coordinates with appropriate departments for any required upgrades

Ensures all required inspections are being performed as necessary and maintains inspection reports

Assigns action to any issues requiring immediate assistance

Coordinates with site management group for any required third-party maintenance

Safety Committee: Leads safety committee and oversees resolution to safety concerns

Holds monthly safety committee meetings and publishes minutes

Drives safety concerns to closure

Continuously monitors safety of all operations and proactively addresses any needs of the business

Establish safety best practices

Ensures all department projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with organization's established policies and objectives

Implements and maintains department policies and standards

Other Duties as assigned

Qualification

Lean Manufacturing certification5S6 SigmaERP systemsTechnical drawings interpretationMS Excel advanced functionsPerformance metrics monitoringISO quality standard knowledgeLeadership capabilitiesCoachingMentoringCustomer driven focusCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) or equivalent plus a minimum of four years' related experience

Lean Manufacturing certification from an accredited institution or minimum four years' experience in lean management implementation is required

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals

Capable of working with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry

Able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

High level knowledge of MS Word, Excel (pivot tables, graphs, advanced functions), PowerPoint and Business Intelligence software

Working experience with ERP systems

Experience identifying, developing, and monitoring critical performance metrics

Strong leadership capabilities and experience managing 20+ employees

Working knowledge of OSHA and EPA requirements

Ability to coach and mentor employees one on one as well as in a group

Ability to manage employee performance and deliver corrective action, when necessary

Demonstrated ability to improve financial performance, specifically in manufacturing utilization and efficiency

New product introduction experience

Engineering change management experience

LEAN principles training, experience, and/or certifications