Production Manager

Job DetailsLevelManagementJob LocationVirginia Beach, VA - Virginia Beach, VAPosition TypeFull TimeEducation LevelHigh SchoolTravel PercentageUp to 10%Job ShiftFirstJob CategoryManagementDescriptionAs the Production Manager you will be responsible for the production functions of your site, which includes helping to achieve all Safety, Quality, Customer Satisfaction, and Productivity metrics. You are also responsible for initiating, implementing, completing, and evaluating continuous improvement projects and ensuring all required reports are completed. You will collaborate with the Safety Coordinator, guided by visual factory management, to ensure safe operations. Lastly, you will foster an environment of continuous learning and development through cross-training and up-skilling of your team members. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Manage the production functions of the site and ensure consistency across all shifts.Ensure quality product is produced in a safe, consistent, and timely way, exceeding customer expectations.Review and sign off on all running quality checklists. Oversee all press approvals and trials.Facilitate color standard and measurements processes.Lead, contribute to and participate in daily production and quality meetings.Participate in all New Label and Go/No Go Meetings by providing insight and expertise.Manage and develop direct reports by communicating job expectations, monitoring and appraising job results, coaching, training and disciplining, as necessary.Lead direct reports on the creation, implementation and ongoing monitoring of manufacturing plans, goals, and continuous improvement projects.Enforce systems, policies, and procedures across teams in a fair and consistent manner.Manage the workflow by utilizing the company's ERP system to extract and analyze relevant data to drive improvement of operational metrics. This includes ERP reports, end of shift reports, etc.Incorporate lean principles to implement, and continuously improve production processes and procedures. This entails a specific focus on key metrics, including material waste, setup time, equipment speeds, labor variance, material variance, quality metrics, and on-time delivery.Continuously evaluate workforce development opportunities for employee growth including operator certifications, cross-training, department transfers and promotions. Contribute to staffing calls.Effectively and consistently administer skills assessments for new employees, ensuring quality training is provided. Monitor employee performance by providing regular performance feedback and coaching. Facilitate and manage training matrix, ensuring employees are cross trained to have multi-functional skills while also maintaining business continuity. Maintain compliance with all required training renewals. Assist in managing capital projects, including but not limited to, equipment installs and relocation's on an ongoing, as-needed basis.Facilitate capital projects as needed, including equipment installations and relocation requests, etc.Partner with Plant Manager/GM to facilitate monthly review of production cost centers and complete countermeasures of any category over budget. Oversee the creation of corrective action responses, proper use of defect detection systems, and the color management processes across all shifts.Maintain Quality by implementing and enforcing organizational standards.Maintain safe work environment by assisting and enforcing in the implementation of safety practices.Foster an inclusive, open-door environment and solutions-based team approach within and between departments and shifts.Additional duties as required. QualificationsRequirements:Education and Experience:High School (or GED equivalent) required.7-10 years' experience in a manufacturing production management role, within the printing industry. Proven record of leading manufacturing teams to meet or exceed company goals.Lean / Six Sigma experience is preferred.Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.Capable of managing projects, solving problems, thinking creatively and intuitively.Self-starter and team player who will thrive in an entrepreneurial environment.Knowledge of manufacturing ERP systems.Proficient with Microsoft office suite (including Microsoft Excel and Outlook).Comfortable with data driven management and data tools and analysis.Knowledge of flexographic printing processes. Additional digital press experience preferred.Mechanical aptitude. Ability to relate mechanical and technical concepts in non-technical language.Supervisory Responsibilities:Direct supervision of first shift Production Employees and other employees which may include Scheduler, Production Supervisor(s) and Maintenance Technician.Indirect supervision of off-shift production teams (press operators, rewinders, press helpers, etc.)Training Requirements:Willing to attend required training courses or sessions related to the job as assigned.Physical Demands:Regular sitting and repetitive office tasks are required, in addition to production floor supervision.Position frequently enters and interacts with production area and is required to stand, crouch, lift or do other physical tasks from time to time, including lifting up to 50 pounds.Pass a pre-employment drug test and subject to random drug screening.Work Environment:Regular exposure to dust and noise in the production environment.Warehouse environment temperatures may be influenced by outside temperatures.Personal Protective Equipment:Safety shoes and glasses are highly recommended in the production area.Fortis Solutions Group is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and therefore, do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.