What are the responsibilities and job description for the Area Manager position at Midway Products Brand?
This is a 1st Shift position
Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Under the supervision of the production manager, deploy and manage plant policies and procedures to ensure effective operations consistent with the Midway Production System (MPS) values and philosophy.
- Working with the productions manager, develops a plan to meet key metric goals.
- Accountable for the day-to-day decisions that directly impact the safety, quality, efficiency, and people of the assigned area.
- Develops, trains, coaches, appraises, and motivates team leaders and team members in the performance of their respective roles.
- With assistance from the production manager, develop, execute, and sustain the 5S plan.
- Conducts investigation of work-related accidents and compiles report on results.
- Communicates with Quality to ensure consistent application of quality processes/procedures
- Ensures all resources (maintenance, tooling, engineering, quality, & materials) are effectively utilized to maximize all value-added activities that support the overall business needs with high emphasis on customer satisfaction.
- Ensures all employees have been given the necessary tools to perform duties, i.e. personal protective equipment, small tools, accurate work instructions, & quality alerts.
- Able to analyze data and manage operating performance through the use of the problem-solving process by leading, highlighting opportunities/possible solutions and empowering others to make improvements.
- Leads and/or participates in activities or projects that promote continuous improvement
- Distributes all work in a fair and equitable manner.
- Adhere to the escalation procedures designated by the plant and or department manager
- Update and report out on production data, variances to target and / or general information
- Adheres to overtime planning and communication process
- Treats all team members with respect & dignity.
- Performs other tasks as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communications skills.
- High school diploma.
- 2 – 3 years relevant work experience in a production environment.
- Prior supervisory experience preferred.
- Experience with lean, six sigma, and/or continuous improvement preferred.
- Proficient in MS Office.