This is a Job Description for a Production Manager in Moselle, MS.

Summary: The Production Manager will Direct hands-on management of day-to-day manufacturing, fabrication and distribution functions. In this role, you will report directly to the Plant Manager, setting the stage for your career to soar! This role is your gateway to opportunities for advancement, with the potential to grow within the organization in 3-5 years as you make meaningful contributions to our organizational goals. As a member of our Product Management Team, you’ll be at the helm of leading products that set the standard in the safety industry. As an innovator and category captain, Justrite is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible, continuously developing products that meet the evolving needs of our customers. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of safety solutions by working on cutting-edge products that are recognized as leaders in their categories. This role allows you to collaborate with top professionals, drive innovation, and make a tangible impact on the industry, ensuring that Justrite remains at the forefront of safety and protection.

Duties and Responsibilities: Implements manufacturing objectives consistent with existing sales, projected sales forecasts, inventory requirements, and other factors involved.  Maintains an effective organization through selection, training, compensation, and motivation of all personnel. Develops management talents necessary to obtain short- and long-range goals by effective direction, counseling, and training. Provides input for organization structure and manning requirements.  Maintains the necessary communication and coordination with pertinent officials within the corporate office and other divisions.  Monitors operating conditions and manufacturing schedules on a frequent basis and through frequent contacts with Production, Sales, and Materials Departments and suggests more desirable conditions or levels of operations to meet inventory or sales demands.  Recommends improved manufacturing methods, layouts, equipment, and techniques and submits recommendations for approval. Conducts a continuous cost reduction program through the plant.  Directs those activities that provide assurance that safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations are met or exceeded.  Ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations issued by OSHA, EPA, and federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.  Projects a positive image to peers and subordinates, to the customers we serve, to the industry in which we participate, and to the community in which we live by producing a cost-efficient, quality product in a productive environment.  Oversees all production shifts. Has 3 direct reports. Maintains departmental Gemba and Hour-By-Hour boards.

Requirements and Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor’s degree preferably in Engineering, Business Management or Industrial Engineering or possess equivalent knowledge through experience or other educational competencies. At least three to five years’ experience in management, and/or operations management. Manufacturing environment is most helpful. Familiarity with computer software: Microsoft Office, Excel, Power Point. Knowledge of AutoCad.  Familiarity with ISO9001 and ISO14001 is a plus. Thorough knowledge of quality control systems, management principles and practices, manufacturing processes, equipment and scheduling and inventory control methods.   Must have strong interpersonal, technical, business, and managerial skills. Must have excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to manage multiple task priorities.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.    

Job #610414