Production Manager

Company: Prepac Manufacturing Ltd.
Location: Whitsett
Posted on: May 8, 2024

Job Description:

*Position Purpose and Summary:*The Production Manager will manage the Prepac production facility in a way that meets output and efficiency targets. The Production Manager will implement staff training programs that improve productivity and skill development. Additionally, the Production Manager will champion Prepacs safety program, fostering a culture of safety, efficiency, and quality output.*Key Accountabilities:*_*Production Scheduling and Planning*_* Reviews daily production schedule and identifies actions to resolve anticipated scheduling or production issues.* Coordinates available daily manpower and skill levels to achieve production volume and requirements.* Communicates the production progress of output produced v. scheduled with the Plant Manager._*People Management*_* Works with the Plant Manager to determine optimal staffing requirements and skillsets and ensures the timely and effective hiring, onboarding, training, evaluation, and management of all production staff.* Evaluate employee training programs, identify constraints and weaknesses in plant staff and procedures and takes the lead in training and coaching initiatives to effect improvements.* Manages employee vacation schedule, assesses the impact of absenteeism, reviews with the Plant Manager, and implements resource strategies.* Completes performance planning and feedback for their direct reports.* Promote the company culture and strategic goals with all staff._*Production Management*_* Examines production flow and ensures actions are taken to alleviate bottle-necks and non-value added activities in order to relieve capacity problems.* Investigates material shortages and non-conformance and implements strategies to accommodate revised production schedules.* Attends production meetings and presents progress reports.* Routinely reviews production output with subordinates and set plans and objectives.* Monitors the efficiency of work centers and determines improvement programs or actions to improve poor efficiency.* Tours the shop floor routinely to monitor; quality, performance, cleanliness, and safety.* Ensures that housekeeping disciplines, both inside and outside the buildings are maintained and improvements are made where necessary.* Manages and upholds all aspects of the company safety program as required; holds regular safety toolbox talks, managing all incidents reports and near misses. Ensures a zero lost time safety environment.* Ensures that company rules and procedures regarding behavior, health, and safety, building security, quality, and production operations are adhered to and if necessary, uses appropriate disciplinary procedures to resolve.*Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** Furniture manufacturing experience is essential.* 3-5 years or more of management experience is required.* Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to work on a team as well as independently.* Positive can do attitude with the ability to lead and positively influence a team.* Sound computer knowledge and the willingness to learn new computer applications.* Willingness to work evenings, night shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.* Must demonstrate cooperation, teamwork, and interpersonal skills in working with other departments* Proficient math skills.* Must be comfortable at giving and receiving open feedback.* Ability to transport or move up to 30 pounds regularly, 50 pounds occasionally, and infrequently 75+ pounds with assistance.* Ability to operate material handling equipment.* Bending at the waist, sitting, kneeling, climbing, walking, etc., as a job may require.*Disclaimer:*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.Prepac Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Applicants who have disabilities may request that accommodations be made to complete the selection process by contacting our Human Resources Manager.*EEO is the law. To review your rights under Equal Employment Opportunity please visit: www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf *.#USPREJob Type: Full-timeBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Life insurance* Paid time off* Referral program* Vision insuranceSchedule:* 8 hour shift* Monday to FridayAbility to commute/relocate:* Whitsett, NC 27377: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Application Question(s):* How many years of furniture manufacturing experience do you have?Experience:* production management: 3 years (Required)Work Location: In personby Jobble

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