TIMPL

Production Management Manager
Manufacturing
Cusetta Alabama Direct Hire Aug 30, 2024 $75,000/yr -

Major Functions:

  1. Oversee and manage inventory levels of semi-finished and completed parts.
  2. Analyze downtime in assembly and press teams, and implement improvement plans.
  3. Optimize production processes and workflows to enhance productivity and quality.
  4. Manage departmental attendance and address any related issues.
  5. Develop and implement annual production plans.
  6. Prepare for and manage audit processes.

Essential Functions:

  1. Develop and assess plans to improve the floor working environment.
  2. Implement and evaluate 3C and 5S plans in the production area.
  3. Analyze downtime and establish countermeasures.
  4. Adjust production processes and procedures to improve operational efficiency.
  5. Monitor and evaluate the progress of assembly/press work status and improvement plans.
  6. Review production team attendance and assess the need for additional hires; coordinate with HR for recruitment.
  7. Manage and control overtime requests from assembly/press lines.
  8. Develop and implement corrective action plans to address productivity and quality issues.
  9. Create and adjust productivity improvement plans, participating in their execution.
  10. Plan and oversee new model trials, manage employee turnover, and follow up on results, adjusting plans as needed.
  11. Review and analyze the previous year’s production plan and achievement report, and establish the next year’s plan based on customer input and sales department information.

Additional Responsibilities:

  1. In case of emergencies or contingencies, manage and supervise all production department employees.

Prerequisites:

  1. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Automotive Engineering.
  2. Five to six years of production management experience in the automotive or manufacturing industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  3. Knowledge of robot/press operation and processes is preferred.
  4. Strong communication skills with the ability to lead effectively under pressure.
  5. Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Personal Characteristics:

  1. Team-oriented.
  2. Proactive planner.
  3. Quality-focused.

Organizational Relationships:

  1. Reports to the Plant Manager for all activities.
  2. Advises and coordinates with:
    • Specialists and Assistant Managers.
    • Production Floor Supervisors.
    • Team Leaders and Members.