Production Manager Job at Hoffer Plastics in South Elgin

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Hoffer Plastics is hiring for "Production Manager"

The Production Manager under the direction of the Vice President of Operations, manages a team of production team members and is responsible for the quality, productivity, and safety of production during off shifts.

6pm-6am Monday thru Thursday *

Hoffer provides full training, extensive benefits, and unlimited career potential.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Ensures production goals are met, production schedules are followed, and production processes are carried out safely and in accordance with quality standards.

* Oversees the daily activities of production staff, trains and mentors new team members and monitors employee performance.

* Ensures that safety procedures are followed and that work environment is safe, clean and organized.

* Facilitates communication between managers, supervisors and production team members.

* Maintains accurate records of production data, including volume produced, material used, and any deviations from standard processes.

* Identifies areas of improvement and implements continuous improvement strategies to enhance production efficiency and safety.

* Works closely with Operations, Engineering and the Automation Team on implementing the latest technology, in particularly automation, for new programs as well as continuous improvement projects for existing production.

* Understands project scope, timeline, budget, and actively manages and communicates changes and updates to all stake holders.

* Identifies resources needed and assigns individual responsibilities.

* Recommends cost saving ideas and actively contributes to continuous improvement.

* This job description does not contain every function / responsibility that may be required in the performance of this job. All team members are required to perform other related duties / functions as assigned.

* All team members shall:

* Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, co-workers and management.

* Continue to grow job specific knowledge and use tools to identify and assist with continuous improvement.

* Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The incumbent will:

* Frequently sit and use keyboard

* Frequently stand, be exposed to fumes, odors, dusts, oil/grease, humidity.

* Frequently walk, bend at the waist, twist/turn, kneel/crouch, climb.

* Occasionally lift below and above the waist, lift above shoulder, push, pull, up to 50 lbs.

* Occasionally use manipulative hand and foot movement, repetitive hand/wrist movement, squeezing.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Plastics Technology, or Project Management or equivalent work experience.

* 5+ Years of plastic mold injection experience

* Experienced in the preparation of timing (Gantt) charts, spreadsheets, reports and presentations utilizing various software programs such as: Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, Project, etc.

* Working knowledge of PLC hardware and Ladder Logic programming

* Excellent hands on electrical/mechanical aptitude

* Working knowledge of electrical controls, circuitry and schematics

* Familiar with principles used in multi-axis robotic systems, conveyor transport systems, manufacturing, assembly, sequencing and equipment.

* In possession of the analytical problem-solving skills to reduce complex issues to a series of defined actions to resolve issues in a timely manner.

* Effective at communicating with customers, supplier, and fellow employees in clear concise terms, using both written and spoken word.

* Disciplined in the documenting and communicating of issues and required actions.

* Capable of building and motivating project teams to meet and exceed project objectives.

* Proficient in organizing multiple projects of varying requirements while balancing the specific needs of customers and project team.

Hoffer Plastics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.