Production Assistant Manager

Job Summary

●Direct and manage all plant operations with overall responsibilities for production, maintenance, quality and other production-related activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

●Direct and manage plant operations for production, maintenance, quality and shipping and receiving.

●Coordinate plant activities through the planning with departmental managers to insure the total manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner.

●Develop and control profits, plans, and budget.

●Implement cost effective systems of control over capital, operating expenditures, manpower, wages and salaries.

●Manages capital asset maintenance.

●Establish and monitor overall plant performance for production and quality standards.

●Control and minimize labor overtime, premium freight and repair expenses.

●Maintain existing plant facilities and equipment; replace or make adjustments to plant facilities and equipment when necessary.

●Provide leadership and training to accomplish the company goals and objectives.

●Implements and maintains preventative maintenance programs.

● Incorporates 5S, shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnel.

●Provides direction, development and leadership to production supervisor.

●Meets all OHSA responsibilities assigned and IATF-16949 requirements to ensure compliance.

●Support and meet all ISO14001 responsibilities assigned and requirements.

● Consults with engineering personnel relative to modification of machines and equipment to improve production and quality of products.

●Other duties may be assigned.

Job Qualifications

Education

●Bachelor’s degree in related field or five years plant/general management experience in a manufacturing environment.

●Working knowledge of budgets and financial statements.

●Background with manufacturing methods, process improvement programs and procedures required.

●Previous production experience and injection molding training required unless specifically waived by the Plant Manager based on work experience and demonstrated ability.

●Must have the ability to plan, organize, communicate, and motivate employees. Must be able to prioritize own workday schedule.

●Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

Computer Skills

●Internet software, Auto CAD, Excel (Basic Formula Skill) , and Word also Power Point Skills

Working Conditions

●Physical Effort and Requirements of this Position

●While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to regularly walk. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

●Intellectual Activities and Requirements of this Position

Language Skills

●Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organizations.

Mathematical Skills

●The ability to understand and use the appropriate trade calculation formulas and apply fundamentals of mechanics, material strengths, power, torque and ratios as apply to the content of essential responsibilities.

Reasoning Abilities

●Show ability to apply technical knowledge and common sense to troubleshoot problem areas. Ability to quickly assess breakdowns, emergency situations, and direct the appropriate resources to resolve in a safe and timely manner. Review and assess and communicate suggestions for improvements.

Work Environment

●While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to rick of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

●Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities

●Must possess the ability to manage, motivate and coordinate the activities of the Production Department staff.

●Carries out management responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• New Albany, MS 38652: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000