Amplify Recruiting
Injection Molding Operations/Facility Manager
Amplify Recruiting, Akron, Ohio, United States, 44329
Job DescriptionPosition: Injection Molding Operations / Facilities Manager
Position Purpose: The Injection Molding Operations / Facilities Manager is responsible foroverseeing custom and proprietary injection molding operations and all equipment and facilityrelated maintenance activities plantwide. This includes ensuring planned objectives are met orexceeded (i.e. OEE, OTD, SMED, SPC and Lean 6s). Provides leadership by creating an environment ofhighly engaged and accountable employees focused on continuous improvement and customersatisfaction.Reports to: President initially, later COO once onboard within next 6-9 months (estimated)
Job Functions & ResponsibilityInjection Molding Operations• Responsible for collaborating on and adhering to the departmental budget.• Responsible for identification, investigation and implementation of capital expendituresincluding corresponding ROI.• Coordinate the activities of department supervisors, engineers, technicians, and supportpersonnel to meet manufacturing objectives.• Provide leadership to maintain production standards, scrap rates, cycle times and minimizemachine downtime to achieve OEE rates greater than 45%.• Maintain accountability for system processes and policies and take corrective action whennecessary.• Responsible for improving departmental set-up/start-up and color change processes.• Raise the level of awareness by conducting regular meetings with peers, staff and/or employeesregarding issues such as safety, quality, housekeeping, production, and other information asrequired.• Interact with other manufacturing departments, Product Quality, Materials, Engineering andAccount Management to ensure customer satisfaction.• Identify training needs and coordinate training and development objectives for manufacturingpersonnel.• Hands-on knowledge and experience with scientific injection molding processes, quality, tooling,and materials management systems.• Develop systems and processes that track and optimize productivity and standards, metrics, andperformance targets to ensure effective return on assets.• Works with and develops interdepartmental relations and strategies to ensure overall plantsafety and organization.• Ensures training matrix is maintained and yearly training takes place in a timelymanner.• Set achievable production goals and follow through with weekly supervisor meetings.• Resolve employee disputes and enforce all company policies and procedures.• HA, EPA and EHS guidelines.• Resolves manufacturing and maintenance issues to ensure minimum cost, maximum efficiency, andthe prevention of operational delays.• Maintains a safe, clean, and orderly workplace in compliance with all regulations includingapplicable local, state, and federal laws.• Reviews standard operating procedures and revises as needed.• Ensures conformity to quality standards and has the authority to stop production to makecorrections when necessary.• Develops a team culture and an environment for accountability and continuousimprovement.• Coordinates and communicates staffing needs with Human Resources.• Should expect to be highly visible on the manufacturing floor.
Facility Maintenance• Maintain electrical, hydraulic, water, air, and mechanical functions of all major and auxiliaryequipment as well as the overall working condition of the facility.• Submit requisitions for tools and supplies used in maintenance activities.• Maintain equipment records using IQMS MRO.• Contact salesmen, suppliers, and servicemen through any type of communicationnecessary.• Initiate a safety check program based on the manufacturer's recommendations for all machineryand equipment.• Initiate and maintain a rigid preventive maintenance program on all equipment and buildingfunctions based on the manufacturer's recommendations. All preventive maintenance records shall bekept in IQMS, and plans shall consist of activities required between checks: daily, weekly,bimonthly, semi-annually, and annually.• Determine and maintain a sufficient inventory of spare parts to ensure minimum interruption tomachinery and plant operation. Inventory to be accounted for with a location within IQMS.• Attend monthly safety & housekeeping meetings.• Responsible for all internal and external building maintenance.• Oversee employees in the Maintenance Department. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring,identifying gaps and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraisingperformance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.• Oversees, plans and issues work orders to appropriate shift team members for the implementationof equipment modifications as well as preventative and any corrective maintenance.• Prepares and coordinates maintenance resources and provides recommendations for capital andcontinuous improvement projects.• Reviews the operation of equipment with appropriate personnel to identify maintenance issues inthe areas of Safety, Quality, Cost, Productivity and Customer Satisfaction.• Makes recommendations for improving plant operations, OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) andmaintenance problem resolution.• Tracks, analyzes, and improves the Maintenance department's KPIs.• Fosters a positive and accountable working environment and drives Maintenance team to set/meetproductivity targets and performance standards.• Ensures all regulatory compliance with various governmental agencies such as city, county,stateis met on a consistent basis.• Monitors and reviews Maintenance budget monthly; Prepares and implements annual budget eachfiscal year.• Maintains necessary permits and relationships with regulatory agencies and outside utilityproviders.• Utilizes facility maintenance resources and outside contractors to maintain equipment, plantutilities, prioritizing mechanical and electrical work.• Responsible for maintenance planning and spare parts strategy within the department.• Provides project leadership and support for facility related projects, including capital projectdevelopment and execution.• Supports plant sustainability efforts in landfill diversion, water conservation and greenhousegas footprint reduction.• Owner of technical documentation for facilities.• Maintains and tests the plant's fire control systems and lifting systems.• Serves as the primary contact for the plant's insurance provider.• Team member of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)• Manages plant maintenance, building grounds, and utilities budget.• Perform all other duties necessitated by changing business conditions.
Job Requirements
Education: BS in Plastics/Polymer/Mechanical or Industrial Engineering discipline,business/manufacturing or related field or the equivalent in similar plastics manufacturingexperience.
Experience: Minimum six (6) to eight (8) years of plastic injection molding and maintenanceexperience in either a high volume or high-mix / high-complexity environment requiring variouslevels of automation, scientific molding, and secondary processes.Knowledge and Skills:• Proven leader which can build ownership across all areas of the department; assess talent andprovide opportunities for increased responsibilities / advancement.• Understanding of Standard Cost, P & L, and variance reporting.• Must be able to understand blueprints, hydraulic schematics, and wiring diagrams.• Poses a working knowledge of heating, electricity 110, 240, 480-volt AC systems, 24-volt DCsystems and other related machine componentry such as cartridge valves, variable displacementpumps, servo drives, etc.• Familiar with preventative maintenance activities connected to air compressors, vacuum pumps,electric motors, hydraulic pumps, tower water systems, and electric ovens.• Understanding of ISO, GMP, OSHA and EPA regulations required.• Working knowledge of lean, six sigma, kaizen, scientific molding, SPC, SMED and other continuousimprovement initiatives.• The ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and have excellent peopleskills. Must be able to relate well with hourly workers, union representatives, as well asmanagement, leadership, and supervisory employees.• Ability to exercise independent judgement and discretion in selecting methods, techniques,andevaluation criteria for obtaining results.
4• Must be willing to maintain the technological competency necessary to develop and manage a worldclass manufacturing facility.• Possesses the analytical and problem-solving skills necessary to perform the job.• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and workingknowledge of an ERP database (IQMS experience a plus).Physical Exertion:Capable of lifting 25 pounds or less. Works within a manufacturing environment around heavymachinery with temperatures fluctuating between 60 -100 °F. Mobility is required to move safely inand around each area of the facility.
Attendance:Must be in attendance on a regular, full-time basis with the ability to be present on each of threeworking shifts, spanning a 24-hr operation as needed. Must be willing and available to work morethan 40 hours a week, including weekends when necessary.Travel:Able to travel outside the country for short periods as necessary. Travel both domestic andinternational typically less than 5% of the time.Status: Full-time salary exempt. This is an "at will" position.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran's status.
Applicants with a disability or a disabled veteran may request a reasonable accommodation if he/she is unable or limited in his/her ability to access job openings or apply for a job on our website as a result of his/her disability. The applicant may request reasonable accommodations by contacting us at 317-661-1740.
Position Purpose: The Injection Molding Operations / Facilities Manager is responsible foroverseeing custom and proprietary injection molding operations and all equipment and facilityrelated maintenance activities plantwide. This includes ensuring planned objectives are met orexceeded (i.e. OEE, OTD, SMED, SPC and Lean 6s). Provides leadership by creating an environment ofhighly engaged and accountable employees focused on continuous improvement and customersatisfaction.Reports to: President initially, later COO once onboard within next 6-9 months (estimated)
Job Functions & ResponsibilityInjection Molding Operations• Responsible for collaborating on and adhering to the departmental budget.• Responsible for identification, investigation and implementation of capital expendituresincluding corresponding ROI.• Coordinate the activities of department supervisors, engineers, technicians, and supportpersonnel to meet manufacturing objectives.• Provide leadership to maintain production standards, scrap rates, cycle times and minimizemachine downtime to achieve OEE rates greater than 45%.• Maintain accountability for system processes and policies and take corrective action whennecessary.• Responsible for improving departmental set-up/start-up and color change processes.• Raise the level of awareness by conducting regular meetings with peers, staff and/or employeesregarding issues such as safety, quality, housekeeping, production, and other information asrequired.• Interact with other manufacturing departments, Product Quality, Materials, Engineering andAccount Management to ensure customer satisfaction.• Identify training needs and coordinate training and development objectives for manufacturingpersonnel.• Hands-on knowledge and experience with scientific injection molding processes, quality, tooling,and materials management systems.• Develop systems and processes that track and optimize productivity and standards, metrics, andperformance targets to ensure effective return on assets.• Works with and develops interdepartmental relations and strategies to ensure overall plantsafety and organization.• Ensures training matrix is maintained and yearly training takes place in a timelymanner.• Set achievable production goals and follow through with weekly supervisor meetings.• Resolve employee disputes and enforce all company policies and procedures.• HA, EPA and EHS guidelines.• Resolves manufacturing and maintenance issues to ensure minimum cost, maximum efficiency, andthe prevention of operational delays.• Maintains a safe, clean, and orderly workplace in compliance with all regulations includingapplicable local, state, and federal laws.• Reviews standard operating procedures and revises as needed.• Ensures conformity to quality standards and has the authority to stop production to makecorrections when necessary.• Develops a team culture and an environment for accountability and continuousimprovement.• Coordinates and communicates staffing needs with Human Resources.• Should expect to be highly visible on the manufacturing floor.
Facility Maintenance• Maintain electrical, hydraulic, water, air, and mechanical functions of all major and auxiliaryequipment as well as the overall working condition of the facility.• Submit requisitions for tools and supplies used in maintenance activities.• Maintain equipment records using IQMS MRO.• Contact salesmen, suppliers, and servicemen through any type of communicationnecessary.• Initiate a safety check program based on the manufacturer's recommendations for all machineryand equipment.• Initiate and maintain a rigid preventive maintenance program on all equipment and buildingfunctions based on the manufacturer's recommendations. All preventive maintenance records shall bekept in IQMS, and plans shall consist of activities required between checks: daily, weekly,bimonthly, semi-annually, and annually.• Determine and maintain a sufficient inventory of spare parts to ensure minimum interruption tomachinery and plant operation. Inventory to be accounted for with a location within IQMS.• Attend monthly safety & housekeeping meetings.• Responsible for all internal and external building maintenance.• Oversee employees in the Maintenance Department. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring,identifying gaps and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraisingperformance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.• Oversees, plans and issues work orders to appropriate shift team members for the implementationof equipment modifications as well as preventative and any corrective maintenance.• Prepares and coordinates maintenance resources and provides recommendations for capital andcontinuous improvement projects.• Reviews the operation of equipment with appropriate personnel to identify maintenance issues inthe areas of Safety, Quality, Cost, Productivity and Customer Satisfaction.• Makes recommendations for improving plant operations, OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) andmaintenance problem resolution.• Tracks, analyzes, and improves the Maintenance department's KPIs.• Fosters a positive and accountable working environment and drives Maintenance team to set/meetproductivity targets and performance standards.• Ensures all regulatory compliance with various governmental agencies such as city, county,stateis met on a consistent basis.• Monitors and reviews Maintenance budget monthly; Prepares and implements annual budget eachfiscal year.• Maintains necessary permits and relationships with regulatory agencies and outside utilityproviders.• Utilizes facility maintenance resources and outside contractors to maintain equipment, plantutilities, prioritizing mechanical and electrical work.• Responsible for maintenance planning and spare parts strategy within the department.• Provides project leadership and support for facility related projects, including capital projectdevelopment and execution.• Supports plant sustainability efforts in landfill diversion, water conservation and greenhousegas footprint reduction.• Owner of technical documentation for facilities.• Maintains and tests the plant's fire control systems and lifting systems.• Serves as the primary contact for the plant's insurance provider.• Team member of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)• Manages plant maintenance, building grounds, and utilities budget.• Perform all other duties necessitated by changing business conditions.
Job Requirements
Education: BS in Plastics/Polymer/Mechanical or Industrial Engineering discipline,business/manufacturing or related field or the equivalent in similar plastics manufacturingexperience.
Experience: Minimum six (6) to eight (8) years of plastic injection molding and maintenanceexperience in either a high volume or high-mix / high-complexity environment requiring variouslevels of automation, scientific molding, and secondary processes.Knowledge and Skills:• Proven leader which can build ownership across all areas of the department; assess talent andprovide opportunities for increased responsibilities / advancement.• Understanding of Standard Cost, P & L, and variance reporting.• Must be able to understand blueprints, hydraulic schematics, and wiring diagrams.• Poses a working knowledge of heating, electricity 110, 240, 480-volt AC systems, 24-volt DCsystems and other related machine componentry such as cartridge valves, variable displacementpumps, servo drives, etc.• Familiar with preventative maintenance activities connected to air compressors, vacuum pumps,electric motors, hydraulic pumps, tower water systems, and electric ovens.• Understanding of ISO, GMP, OSHA and EPA regulations required.• Working knowledge of lean, six sigma, kaizen, scientific molding, SPC, SMED and other continuousimprovement initiatives.• The ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and have excellent peopleskills. Must be able to relate well with hourly workers, union representatives, as well asmanagement, leadership, and supervisory employees.• Ability to exercise independent judgement and discretion in selecting methods, techniques,andevaluation criteria for obtaining results.
4• Must be willing to maintain the technological competency necessary to develop and manage a worldclass manufacturing facility.• Possesses the analytical and problem-solving skills necessary to perform the job.• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and workingknowledge of an ERP database (IQMS experience a plus).Physical Exertion:Capable of lifting 25 pounds or less. Works within a manufacturing environment around heavymachinery with temperatures fluctuating between 60 -100 °F. Mobility is required to move safely inand around each area of the facility.
Attendance:Must be in attendance on a regular, full-time basis with the ability to be present on each of threeworking shifts, spanning a 24-hr operation as needed. Must be willing and available to work morethan 40 hours a week, including weekends when necessary.Travel:Able to travel outside the country for short periods as necessary. Travel both domestic andinternational typically less than 5% of the time.Status: Full-time salary exempt. This is an "at will" position.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran's status.
Applicants with a disability or a disabled veteran may request a reasonable accommodation if he/she is unable or limited in his/her ability to access job openings or apply for a job on our website as a result of his/her disability. The applicant may request reasonable accommodations by contacting us at 317-661-1740.