Description
Ascentec Engineering is hiring a Production Manager for our Dallas, Oregon location!
The Production Manager is responsible for leading, directing and coordinating day-to-day functions for the Machining, MRB Engineering, Finishing and Assembly departments. Additionally, this Manager will work cross functionally with other departments, such as: quality, materials, packaging & shipping, engineering, human resources, etc., to ensure that the daily manufacturing needs are met.
Requirements
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: To include, but not limited to the following:
Manage the day-to-day machining, assembly, and finishing
Make personnel decisions regarding hiring, compensation, promotions, discipline and termination of operational support staff in accordance with company policies
Monitor and manage operational costs
As a manager at Ascentec you will be responsible for the following leader standard work;
Measure and Monitor Departmental KPI’s including Productivity and Efficiency, Labor hours Booked hours, time Variance reports, Equipment Utilization rates, OTD, Rework/Scrap rates etc..
Set priorities for your team(s)
Evaluate capacity both equipment and human capital
Communicate with sales/management when expectations are not met
Continuous Improvement and Problem Solving
Quality Assurance: Investigates non-conformances and determines root cause / leads corrective action(s)
Mentor/Coach/Train all team members on department guidelines/procedures
Lead reoccurring scheduled team meetings
Advance the Quality Management System (QMS) for the production processes through routine audit(s) and revisions to the documented QMS processes
Participate in and lead the development, execution and closure of Corrective and Preventative Action’s
Champion lean manufacturing events and process improvements (Kaizen, GEMBA walks, 5S events etc..)
Monitoring of departmental compliance to company objectives, goals and policies
Facilitates training and allocates resources required for the training of CNC machinist, Finishing Techs and Assemblers
Scheduling and coordinating customer order priorities
Manage staff by utilizing the performance management process, including confirming job responsibilities, establishing goals and job competencies, developing skills, coaching on a continuous basis and evaluating performance.
Resolves day to day issues and monitors performance to plan related to staffing, scheduling, quality, tooling, maintenance, etc.
Monitor performance evaluations for consistency and completeness. Ensure adherence to attendance, overtime, company policies and procedures.
Ensure all work in progress is monitored and that all final products are inspected for quality.
Authorizes and allocates the staffing of production.
Provides mentoring or assistance so that staff is effective in managing their areas, production scheduling and meeting team goals.
Fills in for production leads in their absence.
Create a department culture which supports the principles of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Growth.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE AND TECHNICAL SKILLS:
Process development / Engineering experience preferred
Experience in implementing Lean Manufacturing Processes / Toyota Production System Methodologies (5s, Gemba walks, Six Sigma, reduction of waste (Muda, Muri, Mura), Kanban, SMED)
Supervisor/Management Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred
Strong knowledge of GD&T
Experienced with metal (stainless steel, titanium, aluminum) and plastics machining preferred
Knowledgeable of CNC machine tools is preferred; CNC Horizontal and Vertical Mills, 5-Axis, Lathes, and EDM.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering (preferred). Equivalent work experience will be considered.
Five or more years of progressively complex technical experience involving the latest state-of-the-art applications and techniques in production and project management experience. Three or more years of supervisory experience (Preferred).
PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Proven leadership experience
Passion for mentoring / training
Takes charge and doesn’t have issues with making difficult decisions or commitments
Self-starter / self-motivated / flexible
Reliable and dependable
Positive customer focused attitude
Enjoys fast pace and rapidly changing environment
Honest with good integrity
Professional demeanor and respectful to people in all situations
Flexible and willing to help others as needs and tasks change often
Team player
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works in an office and/or machine shop environment.
May on a continuous basis walk, bend and lift up to 40 lbs.
The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed.
Must adhere to company policies
The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
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