Site Manager

Job Description

Under the direction of the Director of Operations, the Site Manager will develop and drive the manufacturing processes through continuous improvement delivering and sustaining profitable growth.  The position’s fundamental task will be to oversee production, develop strategy, and provide functional direction to supervisors, team leads and coordinators. In addition to proven leadership ability, strong engineering background is required to ensure success in this position.
 
Responsibilities

•    Directs all activities related to operations and production in accordance with Global Supply Chain's business plan and the strategic goals of the Company and business units. 
•    Collaborates with colleagues to achieve zero harm safety and environmental performance objectives for the department.
•    Collaborates with the Director of Operations and sets short- and long-term production goals for the site. 
•    Directs and manages the overall production plan for the operation.
•    Collaborates with functional area managers on the determination of materials, space, equipment, and personnel needs as well as the development and implementation of processes, procedures, assignment and execution of functional responsibilities, and determination of budget and costs constraints.
•    Communicates the Company's and Global Supply Chain's strategic goals and vision for site. 
•    Evaluates performance against production goals and adjusts allocations of resources (e.g., personnel, equipment, materials) as needed to optimize flawless quality and amount of equipment, machinery and components produced, market share of customers, quality of services provided, and cost-efficiency of operations. 
•    Reviews and analyzes reports of key business performance data, collaborates with management team on operations, and maintains knowledge of current market trends and best practices for region and industry.
•    Engages the team in supervising day-to-day operations.
•    Provides strategic guidance and resources to troubleshoot highly complex issues related to departmental operations and customer service to facilitate delivery and service that is on time all the time.
•    Initiates engineering projects and new product launches.
•    Leads Lean improvement projects and acts as the liaison between Lean improvement personnel and their respective groups.
•    Develops and leads the implementation of operational initiatives in support of Lean Six-Sigma manufacturing and 6S (e.g., department utilization improvement, process capability enhancement, customer satisfaction, employee involvement). 
•    Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency.  
•    Sets and communicates standards, deploys resources, and achieves clear and measurable performance expectations for the operation. 
•    Provides plant leadership and direction to attain a defined culture, unsurpassed integrity with total accountability.
•    Engages team in conflict resolution and motivates the team to produce exceptional work.
•    Is a visionary on next steps for plant to attain the next level of performance with the communication skills to promote it.
•    Ability to coach and provide an example for those preparing for next level of responsibility.

Qualifications

Education
•    Bachelor’s degree, required; Technical and/or Engineering required
•    5-10 years manufacturing experience
•    5 years production management experience
•    Green Belt Certification, preferred

Other Requirements

•    Ability to work both independently and within a team, generating results with general/minimal guidance from management.
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with professional presentation and negotiation skills.
•    Demonstrated ability to effectively apply MS Excel and other analysis tools to real-world problem-solving.
•    Must be flexible, innovative, and comfortable in setting own priorities.
•    Polished presentation, business acumen, and facilitation skills.
•    Strong understanding of Lean manufacturing principles.
•    Experience with high volume operations.
•    Strong organization and planning skills.
•    Change Agent experience.

Other Requirements

•    Minimum 3-5 years in a manufacturing environment
•    Skilled demonstration of computer software (SAP, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
•    Minimum 1-2 years of proven leadership experience
•    Positive work history with an ability to manage multiple tasks
•    Ability to work both independently and within a team, generating results with minimal guidance  
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
•    Ability to maintain a professional appearance and attitude
•    Able to work a flexible work schedule based upon project demands and business needs