2rd Shift Department Manager

Company: GPAC
Location: Shenandoah
Posted on: May 26, 2023

Job Description:

2nd Shift Department ManagerShenandoah, IARelocation May Be Offered!SUMMARYCoordinates all manufacturing activities in assigned department(s) to produce high quality parts and assembly for all products while satisfying the customer at the lowest possible cost.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Responsible for the identification, development and implementation of programs, policies and procedures which support total customer satisfaction, both internally and externally, where applicable in relation to this position.Responsible for the safety of his/her personnel. The Department Manager ensures that all employees understand and abide by required safety rules and regulations. To accomplish this, the Department Manager will conduct regularly scheduled safety trainings, communicate Plant safety objectives, drive improvements in job rotation and ergonomics and perform accurate documentation of safety related issues. Also encourages employees to suggest ways to make the area or operation safer. - Enforces all safety and housekeeping rules and uses disciplinary action as needed. -Responsible for maintaining high quality standards. - To accomplish this objective, continually educates all employees concerning the quality of our products by instructing them on the proper use of their equipment, explaining to them the quality guidelines for their operation and how their operation fits into the final production of the unit. - Informs employees of problems found in audits and/or inspections. Thoroughly investigates quality issues to identify root cause and drives improvement efforts accordingly. - - - Additionally, conducts a proper follow-up on all customer complaints and instructs employees on proper repairs, scrap and salvage.Responsible for improving labor efficiency and delivery within assigned Department(s) by utilizing the tools outlined in the Performance Management Cycle. The Department Manager sets goals, documents standards, identifies abnormalities, and collects data as needed. Additionally, leads daily efforts to address abnormalities by presenting information to the Plant resource team (MDI). He/She informs employees of actions taken to address issues and encourages others to seek out ways to improve their operation. The Department Manager communicates daily production requirements and makes appropriate changes to schedule and staffing to meet the varying production rates. He/She is also responsible for maintaining a high level of order completions on the schedule. Accomplishes this by keeping up to date on all delinquent orders and other aspects of scheduling. Takes necessary steps to assure that the area has the necessary material to adequately reach quotas, takes necessary steps to assure there is enough workable equipment to meet quotas, and additionally uses preventative maintenance to help prevent machine shutdown. Supports and participates in Continuous Improvement events in relation to both cost and quality/safety.Responsible for two-way communication with management and service functions. - Responsible for lateral communication with other managers.Responsible for maintaining a high level of employee morale within the department. - To accomplish this, properly orients all new employees and follows up on that orientation. - Encourages all employees to read their handbooks and bulletin boards, keeps employees informed about changes in Company Policy, and encourages a one-to-one relationship with everyone. - Encourages a team effort attitude and utilizes discipline as needed to maintain a respectful work environment. Demonstrates Servant Leadership through daily interaction and follow-up with all team members. Actively pursues self-development activities to improve technical, physical, mental, and mechanical skills.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESDirectly supervises 30-35 employees. - Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training and certifying employees, planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluating - performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEBachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Take the next step in your career. APPLY NOW!For additional information on this opportunity, or other positions of interest, contact Scott DeWitte with gpac Recruiting in Sioux Falls.All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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