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Production Manager

$120-140k

Albany, OR – Relocation provided

Bell & Associates has been engaged to help our client recruit their next Production Manager. The Production Manager is responsible for leading a diverse workforce in day-to-day operational activities in a manufacturing setting. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of Safety, Delivery, Productivity, and Cost Control for production operations including forging and machining.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides input to the development of product strategy and research and development of new and emerging products
• Establishes production and quality control standards, develops budget and cost controls, and obtains data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products ordered
• Provides guidance to the development of a manufacturing process plan, including personnel requirements, material needs, subcontract requirements, facility needs, tooling, and capital equipment needs
• Ensures all established costs, quality, and delivery commitments are met
• Coordinates manufacturing activities with all other functions of the organization and suppliers to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources as well as capital equipment
• Reviews production and operating reports and directs the resolution of operational problems to ensure minimum costs and prevents operational delays
• Performs administrative activities associated with the effective management of shop operations, including compiling, storing, and retrieving production data for reports and creating/participating in presentations to internal customers such as the Leadership Team and Board of Directors
• Determines responsibilities of assigned organization and staff positions to accomplish business objectives

Employee Management & Development

• Ensures technical orientation, training and development of new employees
• Manages staff by utilizing the performance management process, including confirming job responsibilities, establishing goals and competencies, developing skills, and coaching on a continuous basis
• Creates and maintains a supportive and productive work environment which supports the principles of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Growth
• Guides team members on a daily basis and outlines tasks to be completed in a timely manner
• Collaborates with the Planner to determine production needs while positioning team members accordingly to ensure efficient output of production
• Ensures staff’s adherence to attendance, efficiency/overtime, company policies and procedures

Customer Support

• Develops and maintains manufacturing operations business plans in conjunction with the Planner to include all program requirements, labor hours, cycle, and production costs
• Leads operational initiatives and projects related to quality, continuous improvement, and cost reduction

Social/Supervisory Responsibility

• Provides mentoring or assistance so that staff is effective in managing their areas, production scheduling, and meeting team goals
• Effectively collaborates with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve complex issues
• Manages diverse team including but not limited to: Shift Leads, CNC Machinists, Forge Operators

Operating Margin Management

• Act as the lean manufacturing focal point to ensure that manufacturing areas are managed through lean principles. Produce to demand, Takt time, cell structure, Kanban, SMED, etc. activities are promoted and implemented
• Ensuring optimal throughput and production efficiencies by developing and implementing cost effective processes and equipment utilization strategies

REQUIREMENTS

• Experience working in the contract manufacturing industry with the following skills:
  • Process development/Engineering
  • Implementation of Lean Manufacturing Processes
  • Supervisory/Management
• Knowledge of CNC Machine tools and Forging equipment is preferred but not required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering is preferred. Equivalent work experience will be considered
• 5+ years of progressively complex technical experience involving production and project management experience
• 3+ years of supervisory experience
• Preferred Personal Qualifications which include:
  • Proven leadership experience
  • Passion for mentoring/training
  • Ability to make difficult decisions or commitments
  • Self-starter/self-motivated
  • Reliable and dependable
  • Positive, customer-focused attitude
  • Professional demeanor and respectful to people in all situations

Bell & Associates, Inc. was recently recognized by Forbes list of Best Professional Recruiting Firms in America – https://www.forbes.com/best-professional-recruiting-firms/list/3/#tab:overall

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Bell & Associates, Inc. is a recognized Executive Recruiting & Staffing leader based in Kansas City. We focus and specialize in the following practice areas – Accounting/Finance, Engineering, Executive Leadership, Financial Institutions, Healthcare, Human Resources, Information Technology, Manufacturing/Operations Management. We provide top talent to our clients on a Direct Hire, Contract, and Contract-to-Hire basis.