Production Manager 2

Description

Position at Hearth & Home Technologies, LLC

Hearth & Home Technologies is looking for a Production Manager to join our Fireplaces Business Unit in Mt. Pleasant, IA. We are the nation’s leading manufacturer and supplier of hearth products, including a wide variety of gas, electric, wood and pellet burning fireplaces, inserts, stoves, and accessories. Headquartered in Lakeville, Minnesota, with distribution around the world, our innovative approach is supported by a business unit structure that allows us to develop and market products with a strong focus on customers’ needs. Since 1996, we’ve been dedicated to connecting people through the warmth and comfort of our hearth products.

The Fireplaces Business Unit is one of our key business units within Hearth & Home Technologies, featuring leading brands such as Heat & Glo, Majestic, Heatilator, and more. This business unit is dedicated to advancing fireplace technology and design, reflecting our commitment to exceptional quality and comfort.

Our Production Managers are responsible for leading and developing teams to drive improvements in Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) around safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

Key Responsibilities

• Map and understand current state material and information flow to create a bridge plan to drive improvement
• Facilitate RCI culture change with respect to beliefs, behaviors, and processes (teaching lean tools, focusing on developing/improving processes for sustainable results, fostering a spirit of innovation and creativity, etc.)
• Engage and develop team members leveraging HHT Talent Management tools and processes
• Focus on improving front line leaders’ soft skills to drive relationships that retain members and drive business results
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• 10 years of progressive experience in a manufacturing setting
• 3-5 years of proven leadership experience in Manufacturing
• Track record of continuous improvement/LEAN Mfg.
  
  

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Management, or others or equivalent combination of experience and education
• Bilingual – English/Spanish
• Experience managing multiple shifts is a plus
  
  

In addition to your salary, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off and Holidays, and Retirement Benefits). Hearth & Home Technologies benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Our company endeavors to make www.hearthnhome.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 952-985-6000 or via email at [email protected]. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.