Production manager

job summary: Well established, reputable and growing $1B manufacturer is looking for a promotable Production Manager in their flagship plant located in the Charlotte, NC area. This is not a remote or hybrid position, all candidates must be willing to work 100% of the time in a manufacturing plant. The ideal candidate will possess machining/fabrication/CNC experience in an engineered-to-order manufacturing environment. This role comes with a very generous compensation plan commensurate with experience with a base salary ranging from $150k to $170k plus an annual 10%-20% bonus, a $20k sign on bonus and relocation assistance. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. location: Charlotte, North Carolina job type: Permanent salary: $150,000 - 170,000 per year work hours: 8am to 4pm education: High School responsibilities: Essential Duties and Responsibilities Manages and prioritizes an active safety program on-site. Maintains the continued safety of all production employees in assigned areas, including machining, assembly, paint, and shipping.Drives rapid, significant and sustainable improvement in on-time delivery, service level and lead time.Leads, plans, and directs production activities and establishes production priorities in a dynamic and complex environment with short lead times. Actively responds to demand fluctuations, production issues, material availability, work flow, personnel challenges, and equipment reliability to ensure effective operations, high quality, on time delivery, and lowest possible cost.Adheres to the Quality Management System and associated processes. Improves quality performance objectives including warranty, customer complaints, scrap, and first pass yield.Sustains and continually improves the Lean Business System in conjunction with Manufacturing Engineering Manager.Leads lean activities through oversight of improvement projects, lean daily management, visual workplace, SQDC reporting, root cause analysis, and associated corrective and preventative actions. Develops and oversees the departmental budget headcount, hours worked, OT, and expenses.Maintains adherence to established processes, production transactions and material movement is completed to ensure transaction integrity, timeliness, and inventory accuracy.Compiles, analyzes, and reviews production and performance data and utilizes to monitor, control, and improve performance.Champions the vision of winning as a team by providing feedback, focus, and direction to plant personnel to assure knowledge and support of plant manufacturing priorities and requirements.Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities Knowledge of manufacturing operations and techniques.Experience with and understanding of ERP/MRP.Team building, decision-making, and people management skillsWorking knowledge of Continuous Improvement tools and lean manufacturing.Understanding of all phases of project management, including initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing.Excellent personal time management skills, with ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.Proficient in the use of analytical tools and techniques to analyze data, identify root cause, and lead problem resolution efforts to implement effective solutions. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or related field required. Master's degree preferred3+ years of related experience in a manufacturing environmentExperience in lean culture development and lean tool implementation#LI-DW1 qualifications: Experience level: ManagerMinimum 5 years of experienceEducation: High School (required) skills: Manufacturing Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.