1 Job in Yankton, SD
MANITOU GROUP is Hiring a Production Manager Near Yankton, SD
ABOUT OUR COMPANY CULTURE: As a worldwide leader in handling, access platforms and earthmoving equipment, Manitou Group’s mission is to improve working conditions, safety and performance throughout the world, while preserving people and their environment. We design, manufacture, distribute and service products and solutions for the material handling, access equipment and compact earthmoving activities that work smarter, safer and reliably while delivering value to our customers. Our high-profile brands include Manitou and Gehl, and we are proud of our network of 1,050 dealers throughout the world. With sales in 140 countries, our team of 4,500 people are committed to delivering exceptional customer satisfaction. We operate in more than 30 global locations to ensure proximity to our customers and services tailored to their needs.
Manitou continues on the forefront of innovation driving the green transition while also streamlining our operations guided by our customer-centric “New Horizons” roadmap. We are committed to providing safety and unique customer experiences worldwide. In sharing the same mission and values, our workforce remains engaged and passionate about what we manufacture and services we provide.
GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY: The Production Manager shall be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the production processes within the plant. Activities will include scheduling workload, manpower planning, and working with quality personnel to insure product quality. This position will influence safety performance and measurements to assist in achieving Yankton’s safety goals. Responsibility includes all activities required to coordinate the smooth, efficient flow of production through the shop.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop, lead and direct supervision for the daily production requirements in a safe, efficient, and quality manner.
- Work closely with the Plant Manager to ensure all goals and objectives for production are achieved in accordance to the business plan.
- Provide direction and leadership relative to product quality and customer acceptance, in conjunction with the Quality Assurance Department.
- Facilitate plant improvement efforts such as 5-S, safety, and product flow.
- Lead cost reduction programs through productivity, and fixed & variable cost control.
- Work with manufacturing engineering staff to implement capital improvements.
- Support all shifts in manpower planning, leadership, and goal setting objectives.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Minimum seven years of management experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Work schedule flexibility, with strong teamwork orientation.
- Demonstrate leadership ability, including experience in coaching and training others.
- Understand and support company policies and procedures.
- Highly organized, detail oriented with good problem solving skills.
- Knowledge of LEAN manufacturing principles.
- Proficient in the use of Google software application along with the Microsoft suite software including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering and/or Manufacturing/Operation Management.
- Internal interaction with members of management, Department Supervisors, Team Leads, and shop employees.
- External interaction with Supplier Reps and Equipment Techs as needed.
- This position is located in Yankton, SD.
- Travel up to 5%
OUR REWARDS & RECOGNITION: In addition to an inclusive compensation package, we offer a comprehensive benefits program, including: Medical/Dental/Vision, 401k including employer match, tuition reimbursement, community-oriented volunteer program, wellness activities, employee and family activities throughout the year, and so much more! See for yourself why Forbes ranked Manitou within the top 125 for World’s Best Employers.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Summary
Full Time
Restaurants & Catering Services
$84k-111k (estimate)
08/06/2023
07/12/2024
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
<25
2011
ARIEL FORD
<$5M
Restaurants & Catering Services
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