PURPOSE OF POSITION:
To plan and manage the overall Production activities for AMA Railing Dept at Saks Warehouse building. Directs and coordinates activities of technicians and associate employees in a High Volume Manufacturing (HVM) environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
SUPERVISION
- Works under the administrative direction of the Operations Manager. Performs assignments/duties within broad parameters defined by general organizational requirements and accepted practices.
- Implements and maintains a Production process that complies with established internal documentation.
- Responsible for managing, directing, and coordinating the activities of upwards of 50 employees. Plans daily Production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for producing product.
- Ensures products are assembled according to company standards as outlined in Work Instructions.
- Coordinates Production activities to insure quantity and quality of products meets established specifications.
- Ensures Production employees have been trained and understand each Work Instruction for their function(s) in a timely manner, then providing prompt performance feedback to employees.
- Ensures all required documentation for Production, training, etc. is completed timely and accurately.
- Directs the workflow in the department and schedules work hours for assigned employees.
- Responsible for performing all supervisory functions of hiring, evaluating, disciplining and approving employee-related transactions.
- Collects, monitors and maintains performance metrics.
- Supports the development and improvement of processes for assembly lines, warehouses and other service operations.
- Follows all Quality System and ISO requirements
- Works as part of the team with strong leadership skills supporting a positive team-oriented environment with collaboration and diplomacy.
- Adheres to and supports QMN’s Corporate Policies and Procedures.
SAFETY
- Maintains a clean and safe work environment through safety training for employees, identifying hazards in the work place and correcting them, and providing discipline, when necessary, for violation of Company safety rules.
- Ensures all Production employees are wearing the appropriate PPE.
- Responsible for ensuring all Production employees are utilizing proper lifting and material movement techniques at all times.
- Responsible for ensuring all work related injuries are reported immediately to Human Resources and/or Environmental, Health and Safety departments.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Production and Operations Management or related field preferred.
- Two (2) to Five (5) years experience in a high volume manufacturing environment.
- Minimum two (2) years supervisory experience.
- Previous experience in electronic manufacturing preferred.
- Experience in writing procedures according to applicable regulations.
- Training and/or experience implementing manufacturing processes and procedures.
- Certificate in manufacturing or process improvement preferred.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Strong knowledge of a Windows Environment: Excel, Word, Power Point, Internet.
- Capability to complete projects under tight deadlines, even when there are competing requirements and changes in assignments.
- Ability to pivot priorities without notice and manage concurrent responsibilities.
- Solid math skills.
- Detail-oriented with analytical skills.
- Ability to positively motivate employees and build morale – strong team-oriented mindset.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to use tact and diplomacy.
- Excellent planning and organization skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills – clear written and spoken English.
- Able to maintain confidentiality.
- Must be self-motivated with ability to use own initiative.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Ability to walk and stand on cement floors for long periods.
- Able to sit at desk and use/view computer for prolonged periods of time, up to 8 hours daily.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Hectic, fast paced with multi-level distractions.
- Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled warehouse environment
- Professional, yet casual work environment
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
- Ability to work overtime/extended hours as needed.
