Production Manager

Job Highlights

Company Profile

Samuel is a leading global network of integrated metal manufacturing, processing, and distribution divisions that provides seamless access to metals, industrial products, and related value-added services.

Job Profile

The company is looking for a Production Manager to join its team.

Education Level

• High School Graduate
• Completion of post-secondary education, with a major in Business Administration or Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (preferred), or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Work Experience

• Minimum 5 years of production management experience; manufacturing facility (preferred)
• Experience managing in a job shop or discrete manufacturing environment within the metal forming industry (preferred)
• A working understanding of business systems and manufacturing practices.
• Experience with identifying and implementing process improvement.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Actively involved in Continuous Improvement activities and actively participate in company-wide strategic planning and implementation.
• Collaborate with the operations team to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety or quality.
• Collects and understands important data used for financial metrics, draws accurate conclusions from information, and makes sound decisions regarding expenditures.
• Develop the manufacturing plan and establish procedures for maintaining high standards of manufacturing operations to ensure that products conform to established customer and company quality standards.
• Directly leads production leaders and the manufacturing weld trainer.
• Displays a good understanding of key aspects of the organization’s mission and strategies; can convey this information so that it is relatable to direct reports.
• Ensure priorities of Safety, Quality, and Productivity are maintained at the forefront of all activities.
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement improvements in methods and processes to increase productivity, quality, profitability, and demand-driven manufacturing.
• Lead and manage production-related capital projects required to maintain the plant or operations from initiation of the capital funds request to completion of the project.
• Prioritize and schedule the department to ensure on-time delivery of the product. Also, ensure shipping schedules are met by utilizing given resources and communicating with involved departments throughout the process.
• Provide leadership in the upholding of Samuel’s Policies and Values.
• Responsible for increasing throughput, flow, and capacity in assigned areas, in conjunction with Production Leaders.
• Role model and ensure company safety policies are adhered to, and all department personnel and visitors utilize safe work habits.
• Shares information and viewpoints openly and directly with others, both written and verbal.
• Strategize and optimize production processes to ensure on-time delivery while minimizing disruptions and enhancing efficiency.
• Track and diagnose plant KPI’s to meet the goals of the division (Productivity, Scrap, Returns, etc.)
• Other duties as required.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to understand and abide by all safety rules and regulations to perform the job
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to meet team expectations
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Knowledge of ERP systems
• Must have a basic understanding of computers
• Proficiency with Windows-based computer applications (i.e., MS Office applications)
• Teamwork and Collaboration

Employer’s Statement

Samuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.