Assistant Plant Manager

2 months ago


Rockford, Illinois, United States Everidge Full time

Coordinate and direct production activity through the manufacturing processes while meeting company production, quality, safety, and profitability goals. In addition, the Assistant Plant Manager will apply the principles of Lean Manufacturing to direct the workforce in promoting a continuous improvement atmosphere and culture focus.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES and TASKS

  • Coordinate production activities for hourly employees and related salaried staff ensuring all manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost effective manner.
  • Control and minimize labor overtime.
  • Maintain Production Schedules and Quality Standards
  • Ensure effective utilization of MRP system throughout process
  • Recognize and solve problems affecting production, quality, safety and productivity.
  • Apply the tools of Lean Manufacturing that include, but not limited to: 5s, Value Stream Mapping, Poke Yoke, VA/VE
  • Apply the tools of Industrial Engineering that include, but not limited to: Work Element Measurement, Process Flow.
  • Minimize employee turnover through effective hiring and coaching practices.
  • Foster a culture of empowerment so that all levels of employees are engaged in our goals
  • Help implement and maintain preventative maintenance programs. Make recommendations for facilities and equipment when necessary.
  • Incorporate shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnel.
  • Provide effective direction, development, performance management and leadership to production employees, and leadership positions within your reporting line.
  • Provide effective communication to support the needs of the employees as well as the goals of the organization.
  • Actively engage in all Safety initiatives to meet or exceed EH&S goals and plans.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION and EDUCATION

  • BSIE or BSME or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 5 years in manufacturing methods, process improvement programs and procedures
  • Minimum 5 years in supervisor/management position
  • Strong background in MRP systems that includes expertise with Material Bills, Routings and Work Standards.
  • Proven success in large scale process improvement initiatives within manufacturing environment and cross functional teams
  • Training in Lean Manufacturing, TPS, and Demand Flow
  • Exceptional communication and proven leadership skills

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, ETC:

  • Competent in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook
PHYSICAL EFFORT
  • Ability to sit, stand, walk intermittently for 8 hours.
  • Ability to work on a PC as required.


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