Production Manager (Glass Fabrication)

We are looking for an organized hands-on Production Manager to take ownership of all manufacturing processes at our plant.

The Production Manager will oversee all daily operations of a glass fabrication plant from production and manufacturing to ensuring deadlines are met and policies and procedures are followed; they will be a champion of safety, quality, and productivity.

Responsibilities:

• Planning, organizing, directing, and running optimum day-to-day operations to exceed our customers’ expectations
• Assuring compliance with legal regulations
• Analyzing and controlling costs and budgetary restrictions
• Optimizing machinery and equipment with regular maintenance programs
• Overseeing a team of plant workers
• Responsibility for production output, product quality and on-time shipping
• Increase production, capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards
• Allocate resources effectively and fully utilize assets to produce optimal results
• Implement strategies in alignment with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focus
• Monitor operations and trigger corrective actions
• Share a trusting relationship with workgroup and recruit, manage and develop plant staff
• Champion plant safety – Goal of Zero Harm
• Create and maintain a production schedule.
• Find ways to reduce production costs.
• Implement strategies to maximize production.
• Analyze workplace productivity.
• Develop processes to increase productivity and enhance performance
• Ensure company policies and procedures are followed at all times
• Screen, interview and manage the onboarding process of new hires
• Provide training and educational materials to staff as necessary
• Monitor equipment and ensure that they are in good working order
• Repair or replace plant equipment as needed

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Prior experience as a plant production manager
• Experience in the Glass Industry
• Knowledge of health and safety laws
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Basic computer literacy
• Adequate knowledge of business and management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation and human resources)
• Familiarity with industry standard equipment and technical expertise
• Be knowledgeable of safety, quality, productivity, demand creation, inventory, and stewardship processes
• Strong team building, decision-making, and people management skills

• Good understanding of regulatory requirements for operating plants
• Strong aptitude for root cause analysis and troubleshooting operational issues
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong leadership and managerial attributes
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
• Able to sit, stand and walk around for long periods at a time

What We Offer:

• Competitive Compensation Package ($60K to $75K) depending on experience
• Competitive Benefits Package
• Opportunity to join a new venture that is poised for significant growth
• Family like atmosphere that values safety, respect, and cooperation