Production Manager

Where

Denton, TX

What you'll be doing

Implement lean manufacturing principles in assigned departments to include standard work, visual management, workplace organization, and teamwork. Manage process improvement efforts such as kaizen events, scrap reduction, and 5s to drive improvements in safety, quality, delivery and cost. Drive the implementation of production standards and quality control programs. Ensures planned metrics of efficiency and performance are met or exceeded for area of responsibility. Responsible for managing direct reports in accordance with production objectives to meet business goals. Provide support for new production implementation. Determine and continually improved staffing utilization within assigned department which promotes schedule stability for maximum return on efficiencies Continually improve safety record by addressing both physical safety issues and employee safety attitudes Establish group and individual accountabilities; track goal attainment by direct reports; and provide leadership and development as required to achieve business results through people. Provides coverage for area managers on both shifts as needed.

What your background should be

Three to five years experience at the supervisory level in an automotive manufacturing environment or five to seven years experience at the supervisory level in operations or equivalent environment. Demonstrated lean manufacturing and six sigma experience. Demonstrate ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, identify and address problems, and meet deadlines. Strong leadership, organizational and planning abilities; and excellent analytical and problem solving skills are essential. Excellent written, verbal and group or individual presentation skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Competency in English (read, write, speak). Ability to analyze data or information by identifying underlying principles, reason, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job incumbent must be able to work in areas that are hot or cold, surfaces may be slippery, climb ladders/stairs. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is frequently required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, and crouch. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus. Ability to work any shift and weekends, depending on the demands of the business.

Required Schooling / Training

Who is the client company

This is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands.

If you are interested in this position, send your resume to apply@kochdavis.com