Production Manager

RENA Technologies North America is a diversified manufacturing and service company that serves a wide variety of semiconductor applications, companies, and industries. We manufacture custom, automated, and semi-automated wet process systems from design to implementation. Providing award-winning service and support since 1990, RENA NA has a commitment to outstanding customer service and its standard catalog and cutting-edge products.

About the role

The Production Manager will oversee the company’s production processes to ensure they stay within budget and enhance efficiencies. They are responsible for consistently finding ways to improve an organization’s production processes and structures. The Production Manager will review employees and equipment to determine where to make enhancements, build strategies to maximize performance, and collaborate with other departments to set production goals. They will also schedule routine maintenance, keep equipment running effectively, and maintain quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Business process owner responsible for all production activities.
• Manage production activities and achieve targets in quality, productivity, efficiency, capacity, safety, cost control, staff development, and customer service.
• Process owner for corporate safety program.
• Evaluate and improve operations of machinery and tools.
• Motivate and guide the team to complete tasks efficiently.
• Solve problems in a manufacturing warehouse using critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Provide strategic direction for manufacturing activities.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in productivity, quality, cost reduction, and safety.
• Achieve short and long-term operational efficiency goals.
• Review and manage production headcount and capacity needs for labor cost control and efficiency.
• Develop and lead weekly production schedule and plan.
• Coach and mentor leads and hourly production staff.
• Develop and maintain positive team member relations centered on mutual trust, respect, consistency, two-way communication, and teamwork.
• Develop annual operating plan and capital requirements.

Requirements

• BA/BS Degree and 5 years’ experience in a leader role for a manufacturing operation, or 10 years’ experience required.
• Experience with Wet Bench Manufacturing a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Proven record in training employees about safety and production.
• Strong working knowledge of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
• Ability to coach and motivate employees.
• Ability to balance people management with the technical and business aspects of the role.
• Understanding of manufacturing, quality, warehouse, and inventory practices.
• Working knowledge in Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Technical skills and understanding of hydraulics and electrical in industrial equipment.
• Ability to evaluate and analyze financial issues; prepare documentation to support and quantify proposals and decisions.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Proficient in the use of ERP system.

Other Requirements

• Manufacturing floor environment including work at a computer terminal.
• Work involves extended periods of stationary work, frequent movement throughout the production floor, and moving up to 50 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must be able to work in a family-oriented/team environment.
• Display the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and professionalism.
• Take pride in your work and in the company.
• Communicate openly and strive for peak performance in daily tasks.
• Know and deliver the quality service RENA’s customers have come to expect.

This job description summarizes the type and level of work performed by the incumbent and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, and requirements.