Bastian Solutions LLC is hiring: Production Manager in Maryland Heights

Job Overview

The Production Manager is responsible for leading the activities and managing the assembly department and the shipping/receiving department. The main emphasis for this position is coordinating all aspects of the assembly team regarding workflow, quality, safety, and efficiency. The Production Manager will lead the Production Supervisor(s) while coordinating with the Manufacturing Manager and Manufacturing Supervisor(s) to ensure we provide world class equipment for our customers.

Job Functions

• Responsible for overall safety in assembly department. Ensure team members are not putting themselves or others in danger.
• Effectively manage all direct reports and be responsible for hiring, training, performance evaluation, and retention and termination activities.
• High level understanding of design, production, FAT and shipping requirements for projects.
• Plan work flow and layout required for the assembly area of the production floor.
• Develops assembly goals and schedules and distributes assembly tasks.
• This position requires flexibility as workload demands to jump in and help with the execution of projects.
• Develop and contribute to a positive workplace with high morale on the production floor.
• Participate in manufacturing kickoff meetings with manufacturing team and engineering.
• Can work with direct reports in developing their goals and objectives and prepare and give performance evaluations. Can recommend and implement disciplinary action in accordance with company policy and procedure. Can provide career counseling for employees.
• Ensure that finished products meet quality standards and customer specifications.
• Assist in production, safety, and quality risk assessment and mitigation activities.
• Ability to manage assembly team and ensure projects are executed in the most effective manner regarding time, cost, and function.
• Develop efficiencies between S/R and Assembly departments to enable improved production processes and reduce lost time.
• Show and teach exceptional build quality and top-notch craftsmanship standards for all equipment assembled.
• Partner with Manufacturing Manager, Manufacturing Engineer, and Operations Staff to cultivate a culture of continuous improvement.
• High level of organization and tracking of all current projects in all aspects of production.
• Investigate and Promote lean methodologies as methods of organization and process development.
• Work with Engineers, Project Managers and Manufacturing Manager to successfully execute project timelines per customer expectations.
• Enforce quality standards and ISO requirements.
• Strive for ongoing self-improvement through additional training such as leadership classes, OSHA, Lean Manufacturing etc.

Travel Requirements

• 10% overnight travel (Travel expenses paid by Bastian Solutions)

Preferred Skills and Required Qualifications

• High School education or GED, relevant manufacturing, production, and/or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and develop assemblies from these specifications.
• Understanding of project requirements in regard to FAT and shipping
• Highest of quality standards.
• Positive attitude, able to handle tense situations that arise.
• Team player, able to take as well as give direction.
• Ability to operate and supervise operation of heavy-duty equipment in a safe manner.

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About Bastian Solutions

Bastian Solutions, a Toyota Automated Logistics company, is an independent material handling and robotics system integrator providing automated solutions for distribution, manufacturing, and order fulfillment centers around the world. Our team specializes in consulting, system design, project management, maintenance, and installation, while sourcing the best equipment and automation technology. We take great pride in providing exceptional service and flexibility to our customers.

In addition to exciting work at a growing company, we offer the following benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match
• Vacation/Holiday Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Volunteer Work
• Professional Associations, Conferences and Subscriptions
• Company Meetings & Events

Bastian Solutions does not work outside recruiting agencies. No solicitation phone calls please.