Production Manager

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• Production Manager Reports To: Plant Manager FLSA Status: Exempt Can you make the AGC Difference? AGC Heat Transfer, Inc. is looking for a dynamic manufacturing Production Manager to support the company's mission to provide reliable, innovative plate heat exchanger products, solutions and services that surpass expectations of food manufacturers.
• Brief Company Description AGC Heat Transfer, Inc., is the leading OEM of sanitary plate heat exchangers in North America, manufacturing plate heat exchangers specifically designed for sanitary applications.
• AGC offers complete heat exchangers, services as well as upgrades to plate packs, gaskets and spares that fit multiple brands. In addition, AGC offers Field Leak Testing and inspections of plate heat exchangers that meet the 3-A sanitary standard. AGC Heat Transfer consists of four manufacturing/service facilities (Bristow, VA, Fairview, OR ,Pleasant Prairie, WI & Fort Worth, TX) with about 125 employees (78 OR / 20 VA / 28 other locations). Currently, most of the sales are in the US & Canada. AGC Heat Transfer has a strong engineering culture with a heavy emphasis on customer service and technical/consultative sales. Job Description .
• The Production Manager assists the Plant Manager by coordinating the activities of employees within the production facility.
• The Production Manager will oversee the daily plant operations of the Fairview plant, including training and mentoring of plant supervisors as well as coordinate activities internal to the plant and outside the organization (suppliers and customers) to meet production requirements.
• This role utilizes knowledge of equipment, policies, procedures and specifications to maintain production schedules and ensures that the team adheres to all standards and performance requirements including quality, delivery, and above all safety.

Position Responsibilities The Production Manager will perform the following duties and other special projects as required:

• Coordinate and support the daily work schedule of the plant Develop processes and performance standards for the supervisor team Define KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) for each department Work and align all plant departments within the company’s (both production and support) overall business goals.
• Close competence gaps by training/ coaching and using Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and Job Instructions (JIB’s).
• Generate required quality documentation.
• Control of quality, deviations, and productivity together with Plant Manager.
• Focus on waste elimination and process improvements.
• Drive meetings with department supervisors.
• Develop and maintain production schedules for the plant operation to meet lead times.
• Lead problem solving exercises when issues arise within production.
• Facilitate reviews and job development of plant supervisors.
• Would fill in for Plant manager duties when out of plant.
• Other specifically assigned tasks where needed by the Company.
• All other duties assigned.
• Key Competencies High Integrity with a commitment to honesty, trust and transparency.
• Displays Care embracing the highest standards to ensure resource efficiency for the well-being of team members and responsibility to the environment.
• Innovative and curious promoting diversity of thought while understanding the needs of the customer leveraging cutting-edge technology utilizing state-of-the-art processes.
• Committed to Excellence through perseverance, GRIT and a focus on continuous improvement consistently delivering quality equipment, parts and service of unmatched value.
• Execution while focusing on quality, safety and Teamwork delivering results motivated by a diverse and inclusive culture based on accountability, customer/employee satisfaction, creative solutions, and constant communication.
• Enthuses others and facilitates successful Goal accomplishment by promoting a clear sense of purpose, inspiring a positive attitude to work, and arousing a strong desire to succeed among team members.
• Provides team with clear directions, organizes resources and Leads others towards successful task accomplishment.
• Skills & Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent 2-3 years of supervisor experience required General knowledge of KPI development Prior plant production scheduling would be a plus.
• Prior team building, coaching, mentoring and performance development experience required Able to use Lean Production best practices (5S, Waste reduction, etc.) to drive continuous improvement.
• Experience with production/manufacturing in area of responsibility Knowledge of SOP’s and processes with Computer skills including Microsoft Physical Requirements Regularly required to stand, walk and move throughout the facility for extended periods.
• Use of hands and arms to operate computers, review documents and interact with production equipment controls.
• Ability to see, hear, and communicate effectively to monitor production activities, provide instructions and ensure safety compliance.
• Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling or reaching to observe equipment, review workstations or participate in process improvement activities.
• Job Type Full Time, Exempt Wage $90,000 - $100,000 annually Benefits Health Insurance with Health Savings Account (if eligible) Dental/Vision Insurance Life/Disability Insurance 401(k) with employer match Paid Vacation/Sick Time Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program Wellness Program EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Powered by JazzHR