Simpson Strong-Tie
building industry
Manager,Production
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“Manager, Production at Simpson Strong-Tie. Skills: Production Management, Talent Development, Leadership. Drives all operations required for manufacturing. Oversight from raw material management through to finished goods shipment”
What You'll Achieve.
ensuring daily performance to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost; minimizing or eliminating process deviations and abnormality root causes; drive progress in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost performance
Industry & Context.
Able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations where only limited standardization exists.; Ability to analyze and collect data.; Ability to make sound business judgments.; The ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
up to 10% of domestic travel, successful drug screen and criminal background check
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5-10 years in a Lean Manufacturing Environment, 5 years leading high performing teams, 2 years’ experience executing a lean vision and journey, 2 years’ experience with knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, Production and Processing: Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacturing and distribution of goods., Accountability & Dependability: Meets commitments, works independently, accepts ownership of projects and outcomes, takes personal responsibility and sets objectives/standards, stays focused under pressure, meets attendance/punctuality requirements, shows a sense of urgency about getting results., Analysis: Ability to analyze and collect data. Ability to make sound business judgments., Communication: Ability to effectively manage and motivate the performance of employees by setting goals, monitoring performance, provides feedback and helps others to learn., Problem Solving: Able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations where only limited standardization exists., Critical Thinking: The ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems., Leadership: Ability to build consensus amongst one’s peers in leadership. Ability to establish an effective, professional, and positive relationship with staff., Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Simpson computer applications, The ability to effectively use MS Office products, and ERP system, Mathematics: Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, statistics, and their applications.
Nice to Have
SAP a plus, Lean Manufacturing: Knowledge of elimination of waste, continuous improvement, S5, Kaizen, Quality Built in, JIT, Kanban, and leveled production.
What You'll Do.
Drives all operations required for manufacturing
Oversight from raw material management through to finished goods shipment
Ensuring daily performance to KPIs
Takes timely corrective action when targets are not met
Adjusts labor and equipment allocation in response to customer demand
Owner of department’s Value Stream Map(s)
Leads and champions continuous improvement initiatives
or implement process audits
Responsible for staff management
and refines training roadmap
Ensures training content remains current
and accountability for department leaders
Acts as a coach and mentor to all team members
Drives capability building within the department
Champions a learning culture
Investigates and documents incidents
Coaches associate performance and behavioral expectations
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work in close collaboration with Production Planning and Scheduling; Ability to build consensus amongst one’s peers in leadership; Ability to establish an effective, professional, and positive relationship with staff
Communication Scope
Ability to effectively manage and motivate the performance of employees by setting goals, monitoring performance, provides feedback and helps others to learn.
Full Job Description
Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees. Our founder, Barc Simpson established [9 Principles of Business](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRe-sQJ6qzw) we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures. Learn about our company culture [directly from our team](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLx6KVtDVwnt14YATMWD8aaZ-gb-5X6gqM). **YOU** The Manager, Production is responsible for the overall performance of the fabrication and welding departments by developing and focusing organizational resources to continually add value to internal and external customers. The overall scope of the position is short to medium term planning within a fast-paced environment. **WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING****(%** of Time) **Production Management Scope (60%)** The Manager, Production, drives all operations required for the manufacturing of Fabrication, Weld, SSW, and SSL department product families, which may include automatic presses. This includes oversight from raw material management through to finished goods shipment, through the direct leadership of department supervisors. The Manager is responsible for ensuring daily performance to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost across all assigned departments, and takes timely corrective action when targets are not met. They work in close collaboration with Production Planning and Scheduling to adjust labor and equipment allocation in response to customer demand. The Value Stream/Production Manager is the owner of the department’s Value Stream Map(s) and actively leads and champions continuous improvement initiatives
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