Production Manager

Job Description: At Pentair, you will work along-side passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our purpose into practice, inspiring people to move, improve and enjoy life’s essential resources for happier, healthier lives. From our residential and business water solutions to our sustainable innovations and applications, our 11,250 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help improve lives and the environment around the world. As a Pentair employee, you would enjoy a wide array of benefit options to help keep you and your family healthy and protected, a generous 401(k) and ESPP to help you save for retirement, plus paid time off and wellness programs to encourage a healthy work/life balance. We have an opportunity for a Production Manager to join our New Brighton, MN team. You will coordinate and facilitate the daily operations of the assigned Value Stream(s) to provide adequate resources, on-going work direction and problem solving to ensure business goals are met under the guidelines of the company policies and procedures. Be a change agent and drive out waste throughout the manufacturing operation through the deployment of the Lean methodology. In this role, the Value Stream Manager will be responsible for identification of continuous improvement initiatives. Interested candidates, who meet the requirements below, are encouraged to apply today! You will: Lead and manage a manufacturing department(s). Set goals and establish metrics for the departments. Manage department with zero recordable injuries. Manage quality systems and responsible for all out of box quality within these departments. Maintain a customer first attitude while achieving SPQDCC goals. Manage productivity levels with the departments. Continuously improve productivity, flow, changeovers, etc. through the implementation of Lean principles. Decrease scrap levels and identify all forms of waste for elimination. Develop leaders. Manage cost as a % of net sales. Manage within the forecasted budget. Establish stretch goals/metrics for the value stream – define success. Actively participate in and lead self-directed Kaizen events. Lead the development of current and future state value stream maps and continuous improvement plans, as well as the implementation of those plans across the value stream. Be highly visible to associates and promote hands-on, high involvement approaches to problem solving. Support new product development by driving the operations requirements. Review/Ensure success of the day-to-day production activities within the value stream while driving improvements. Lead cross functional performance review walk and drive improvements. Drive cross-functional execution and track daily performance using process center communication boards daily ensuring root cause analysis and counter measures are identified. Assure a clean and safe working environment for all employees, emphasizing prevention of potential problems and hazardous conditions. Conduct safety investigations as needed. Perform 5S audits/safety training. Responsible for developing and monitoring standard work and quality standards. Perform layered process audits and quality audits. Manage resources of the assigned areas of the value stream. Manage assigned resources to or below budgetary levels. Develop value stream budgets. Ensure accuracy and proper management of inventory and build schedules. Ensure timely disposition of scrap and non-conforming materials. Execute, manage, and coordinate department’s vacation schedule to ensure adequate coverage and completion of departments work products. Provide input and makes recommendations for requisitioning, placing, and training of employees assigned to designated production area. Manage salaried and professional staff. Develop and delivers complete, fair, accurate and meaningful employee performance reviews. Responsible for assigned team’s adherence to company policies and procedure. Award and discipline as appropriate. Develop talent via training and career direction discussions. Find opportunities for leaders’ growth. Ensure cross training of employees is conducted for development and skills matrix is updated. Key Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or higher. Engineering, Science or Business degree is preferred. 5 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment Must have strong knowledge of Toyota Production System principles/methods. Experience in Injection Molding is a plus Ability to lead and coordinate multi-functional team projects Ability to develop leaders Must have strong computer skills, Data capture, manipulation, reporting to perform all functions of position including fluency in Microsoft Office Able to communicate effectively in the English language. Experience working in ERP environment is a plus Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer Diversity and Inclusion: With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity. We take ongoing action to improve the diversity of our workforce by: Ensuring leadership involvement and ownership Attracting and retaining diverse talent at all levels Fostering a globally aware, inclusive culture Ensuring our practices are fair and non-discriminatory At Pentair, we help the world sustainably move, improve and enjoy water, life’s most essential resource. From our residential and business water solutions, to industrial water management and everything in between, Pentair is focused on smart, sustainable water solutions that help our planet and people thrive. Pentair had revenue in 2022 of approximately $4.1 billion, and trades under the ticker symbol PNR. With approximately 11,250 global employees serving customers in more than 150 countries, we work to help improve lives and the environment around the world. To learn more, visit Pentair.com.

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