Production Manager

Major Job Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Assists in the development of annual operating and capital budgets.
• During monthly reviews, explains variances and explains when spending forecasts need to be changed.
• Manages budget throughout the year to ensure effective use of all resources.
• Staff Management – Ensures consistency of work procedures and employer relationships across all shifts while managing performance expectations.
• Validates that adequate work instructions, safety practices (JSAs), work standards, and quality standards are present for all jobs in the operation.
• Affirms the performance of associates in regard to efficiency, teamwork, interpersonal skills, safety, attendance and quality, then coaches, disciplines employees in accordance with company personnel policies.
• Recommend pay changes in accordance with company personnel policies.
• Determines appropriate staffing levels (full-time and contingent) to meet production needs.
• Production Planning - Plans and prioritizes production to meet production schedule.
• Participates in production meetings and updates production planner schedule as required.
• Maintains shop floor controls allowing efficient updating of work orders.
• Validates that equipment and tooling are available and in good working order to meet production requirements.
• Manage raw materials as required.
• Promotes efficient use of staff.
• Observes all Safety policies and procedures as outlined within Newell Brands’ Safety Excellence and Leadership (SEAL) program.
• Drive success through the Company’s Planning, Engagement, Awareness and Knowledge (PEAK) continuous improvement program.
• Personally responsible for upholding the Newell Brands Values and the Code of Conduct.
• Maintain a safe work environment practices.
• Assures appropriate emergency medical treatment is administered to employees in the case of injury or illness.
• Assures that all company policies and procedures are communicated and complied with by all plant employees.
• Assures that all OSHA regulations are complied with and that safety is stressed and emphasized to all employees.
• Works to reduce dependence on environmentally regulated products and processes.
• Participates in injury prevention, promoting safety and maintaining a neat and orderly workplace.
• Coordinates layout changes, equipment conversions, or equipment installations at the facility.
• Led the safety committee in the pursuit of a safer working environment through observation and investigation of safety related items.
• Establish, communicate and monitor parameters for operations that require materials that are environmentally regulated.
• Foster and coordinate initiatives to develop a continuous improvement in the manufacturing culture.
• All other projects assigned by management.

Knowledge, Experience And Skill Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree is required plus 5 to 10 years of progressive manufacturing experience and responsibilities, 3 of which must be in a supervisory capacity.
• Requires broad technical or administrative experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of manufacturing methods, techniques, and related equipment.
• Must be able to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Must have a working knowledge of production scheduling and shop operations.
• Must have strong leadership skills, with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations.
• Must have a proven record in continuous improvement processes and lean principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word and Outlook.
• SAP experience preferred.