Production Manager

About the role

The Production Manager will be responsible for overseeing the Thermoforming production operation at Nefab.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all day-to-day manufacturing related activities within a facility that produces thermoformed plastic products for all shift operations.
• Manage personnel including selection, training, evaluation, and discipline in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Foster a positive, results-oriented work environment that is focused on quality, on-time delivery, continuous improvement and lean manufacturing methods.
• Manage all aspects of the manufacturing and production operations to ensure production schedules are met in accordance with customer demand and delivery commitments.
• Monitor key plant production and quality metrics and analyze statistical data to make recommendations that improve production and quality performance.
• Coordinate with Purchasing and Site Manager for materials requirements, and maintenance plans.
• Coordinate all materials related to production including packaging and handle waste generated from operations.
• Monitor the quality of the products and make recommendations and decisions coordinated with quality management on actions to correct quality issues.
• Promote quality management processes.
• Promote and maintain adherence to the plant safety program.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Requirements

• Four-year college degree, preferably a BS in Plastics Engineering, Production Management or other engineering.
• Experience in thermoforming operations and processing.
• Prior direct personnel management experience, organizational and strong leadership skills with the ability to build effective teams.
• Must be able to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to define actionable conclusions and make decisions to resolve manufacturing issues and disruptions.
• Prior Quality Management system experience.
• The ability to analyze manufacturing operations, identify areas for improvement, develop solutions, and present concepts/ideas to senior management for approval.
• A proven ability to work independently and efficiently to meet deadlines and objectives.
• Prioritize and plan the work activities of others and use resources and time efficiently.
• Use a variety of computer programs and systems, at an intermediate level, including Word, Excel, Email, PowerPoint, etc.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills, and comfortable interacting with all levels of the organization, customers, and vendors.
• The ability to quickly identify, prioritize, and execute tasks to meet critical project deadlines.
• Team leadership skills.
• Experience problem-solving within multi-faceted and complex systems.
• Experience negotiating with third-party providers of products and services.
• Strategic thinker, dedicated team player and team builder who has a can-do attitude and has a hands-on, take-ownership personality.

Working Conditions

The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Environment: Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus. The duties of this job include physical activities such as stooping, kneeling, standing, reaching, walking, lifting (1-40lbs), gripping, pushing/pulling, talking, hearing/listening, seeing/observing, and repetitive motions.

Health and Safety and Environmental Obligations

In Nefab we are serious about improving employee safety, reducing workplace risks, and creating better and safer working conditions. Nefab provides a working environment that is healthy, safe and in accordance with international standards and local laws for all employees.

We optimize total cost and reduce environmental impact with innovative packaging and logistics solutions. Sustainability is an integral part of our value proposition to the market. Working with sustainability means that we care for the welfare of our employees and other stakeholders while maintaining balance in the economic, social and environmental aspects of our business.