Production Manager

SUMMARY

The Production Manager will not accept status quo and constantly looks for ways to eliminate waste and drive continuous improvement of processes and procedures. He/she must have a strong background in build to order manufacturing and the ability to work cross functionally with engineering, quality, maintenance and management on a wide variety of issues and corrective actions identified. Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem solving skills are an absolute requirement.

This is a highly visible role with significant exposure to both senior leadership and customers, and requires an ability to build relationships with colleagues at all levels of the organization. The manager will need to demonstrate leadership skills and a passion for continuous improvement.

Experience with manufacturing and assembly of large rotating apparatus or similar capital equipment is strongly desired.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain high quality and manufacturing yield while ensuring optimal use of resources and adherence to best safety practices.
• Hire, coach, lead and develop production supervisors and subordinates
• Monitor metrics and Key Performance Indicator's (KPI's) to continually assess safety, productivity, on-time delivery, quality, and cost management.
• Drive improvement through implementation of and continued adherence to Lean manufacturing and 5S initiatives.
• Assess and analyze current practices and drive improvement.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Materials, Maintenance, and other internal departments to resolve issues.
• Support and collaborate with sales, marketing, finance, engineering, test, and quality departments.
• Maintain schedule while utilizing the direct labor workforce in the most cost-effective manner.
• Establish training programs and develop manufacturing employees to ensure a capable and flexible workforce, with sufficient depth to handle changes in product/service mix.
• Demonstrate leadership and manage the workforce through effective employee communication, engagement, and motivation.
• Initiate and foster cooperation within and between departments.
• Perform other key duties and projects as needed and/or assigned.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Compliance with applicable Company policies concerning maintaining a drug free workplace is required.
• Compliance with all Company policies is required, including adherence to Company ISO 9001 Standards, the Company Affirmative Action Plan and Company Safety procedures.
• Other functions as required (non-essential functions).

SCOPE, PURPOSE, & FREQUENCY OF CONTACTS

Has frequent contact with employees and all levels of management, suppliers, and customers; occasional contact with government or regulatory body representatives and the general public.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

BS in Engineering (EE/ME/IE) is required, MS/MBA is preferred. Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment, including at least 5 years of experience in a management role; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Lean/Six Sigma experience is required; Black Belt certification preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Experience in management of facility, processes, procedures, programs and personnel in manufacturing environments.
• Able to contribute to company success through evaluation and recommendations of significance and substance.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Skilled in communication of factual and meaningful information relative to plant operations.
• High level of organizational skills.
• High level of critical thinking/cognitive skills.
• High level of discretion and independent judgment.
• Skill in managing shifting priorities and crisis management are essential.
• Able to utilize MS office programs at an intermediate to advanced level, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio.
• Able to effectively utilize ERP systems for scheduling and capacity planning. SAP experience is preferred.
• Experience in large rotating equipment manufacturing. Motor or generator experience preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Able to read, analyze, and interpret the complex documents. Able to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints. Able to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style. Able to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Able to apply advanced mathematical concepts and statistical analyses, such as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

REASONING ABILITY

Able to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems, and develop effective solutions. Able to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc). Able to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Certified Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt (preferred)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.

MANAGEMENT DISCLAIMER

TECO-Westinghouse Management reserves the right to revise, change or modify the duties and responsibilities of this position at any time to meet business and organizational needs. This position description may not list all duties for this position. The incumbent in the position may be asked to perform other duties. This position description is not a contract for employment and either the incumbent or TECO-Westinghouse may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.