ResponsibilitiesSupervise the 24/7 operations of production lines and related plant operationsEnsure a safe working environment through effective safety training and inspectionsActively monitor shift activities for quality, process, maintenance, and personnel issuesManage department labor, productivity, and maintenance budgets to meet cost goalsMotivate personnel in a manner that effectively promotes good morale, housekeeping, and high productivityResponsible for accurate production reporting and raw material inventoriesConduct and evaluate testing processes to improve product consistency and qualityInvestigate quality complaints and implement corrective actionDevelop and implement department Preventative Maintenance program to reduce machine downtime and repair costsServe on plant committees as determined by Plant ManagerPerform duties of Department Manager in his/her absenceRequirementsBachelor's Degree required with training in a science/engineering discipline preferred.Minimum of 8 years in manufacturing with at least 5 years in a leadership role.Minimum of 3 years as a manufacturing department manager with safety, quality, productivity, cost, and capital responsibility.Experience in manufacturing management, quality control, or research and development with a demonstrated record of growth and achievementSix Sigma certification a plusStrong mechanical ability and problem-solving skillsStrong organizational skills to conduct training sessions on various safety and operational topics.Excellent supervisory and communication skills; ability to effectively communicate throughout all levels of the organizationAbility to enforce all plant safety and productivity goals, including plant policies/proceduresWillingness and ability to handle multiple tasks and responsibilities, sometimes involving stressful work environmentAbility to develop staff to maintain successful operations as business levels growWillingness to add new responsibilities and relocate for future assignments.Hard SkillsProduction ReportingPreventative MaintenanceProcess ImprovementBudget ManagementQuality TestingSoft SkillsSupervisory SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsMotivational SkillsCertifications & QualificationsSix Sigma Certification#J-18808-Ljbffr