Production Manager (2nd Shift)

Department:              Supervision

Position reports to:   Director of Operations / Plant Manager / Value Stream Manager

Summary:     

Responsible for the continuous improvement with regards to all production metrics and employee leadership within a single or multiple production department(s) within a Nosco Value Stream 

Job Duties/Responsibilities (The “What”):

• Responsible for multiple shifts of operation including the performance and development of all production employees and department supervisors/Leads
• Demonstrates a “safety first” mentality by addressing safety issues both physical and behavior immediately and effectively through coaching and intervention and participates as an active member Nosco’s safety team
• Responsible for continuous improvement of Nosco’s “Big Five” production metrics: Safety, Quality, Throughput, Customer, and Cost
• Actively develops Nosco’s front-line leadership / Supervisors
• Holds employees accountable for personal and team performance / outcomes
• Effectively communicates and enforces company policies and procedures
• Conducts performance evaluations of department personnel
• Develops and maintains an effective equipment maintenance program in compliance with Nosco’s quality system
• Ensures department activity is in compliance with company SOP’s, employee training is complete and effective, and that all documents and procedures are kept current
• Commits to using the appropriate amount of labor and resources to effectively and efficiently run the manufacturing operation
• Uses Quality tools (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.) to investigate the root cause of departmental errors or customer complaints. Implements corrective actions to address root causes and prevent repeat occurrences
• Prepares annual department budgets for submittal to Plant Manager
• Participates in the selection and justification of new capital equipment. Takes ownership of return on investment (ROI) commitments

Leadership (The “How”):

• Lives and conducts business by a values-based “walking the talk”.   Leads by example and models exemplary behavior. Gains buy-in from team members, is transparent, credible, and trustworthy.  Has the courage to tell the truth, and is able to resolve conflict.
• Grasps the power of Employee Ownership, Is committed to employee engagement, and holds people in high regard. Encourages skill development and learning. 
• Committed to lean and process improvement. Has a bias for action, and utilizes data to influence business decisions.
• Believes that most people want to do a good job, and want to contribute to be part of a successful company.

Requirements:

• BS degree in a technical field, Engineering discipline preferred
• Demonstrated skills in leadership, organization and communication
• Possesses the appropriate managerial and supervisory skills required to successfully operate a manufacturing department
• Supervisors experiences of a minimum of 3 years required
• Experiences managing front-line Supervisors is preferred
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to focus efforts of self and team on those that will improve the “Big Five” production metrics
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Ability to lead and train staff