Manufacturing Operations Manager - Ithaca, NY area Consumer Products Manufacturer
Salary $150-180K 15% annual bonus potential, relocation paid!
Manage and optimize daily production within the manufacturing facility, ensuring products are made efficiently, cost-effectively, and to quality standards. Key responsibilities include managing production teams and schedules, controlling costs and quality, maintaining equipment and inventory, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Production Oversight:
- Manage the entire production process from raw materials to finished goods, including production planning, scheduling, and monitoring.
- Team Leadership:
- Lead, manage, and mentor production staff and supervisors, overseeing their performance and fostering a positive work environment.
- Quality Assurance:
- Ensure products meet required quality standards and specifications by monitoring production processes.
- Cost and Efficiency Management:
- Develop and implement strategies to control costs, improve efficiency, and reduce waste within operations.
- Inventory and Equipment:
- Oversee inventory levels, manage equipment maintenance, and ensure machinery is in good working order to avoid production delays.
- Safety and Compliance:
- Ensure the manufacturing facility adheres to all safety regulations, environmental standards, and industry policies.
- Cross-functional Collaboration:
- Work with other departments, such as engineering, quality control, and procurement, to ensure smooth operations and alignment with company goals.
- Performance Reporting:
- Analyze production metrics, key performance indicators (KPIs), and trends to report on operational outcomes and drive continuous improvement.
Required Qualifications
Education:
- A bachelor's degree in engineering, business management, or a related field.
- Experience:
- A minimum of five years of experience in manufacturing or a production environment, with at least three years in a Sr. management role.
- Skills:
- Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Technical Expertise:
- Proficiency in managing production processes and understanding of quality management systems (e.g., Lean Six Sigma) is highly desirable.
Typical Duties in a Job Posting
- Oversee daily manufacturing operations to meet company objectives.
- Develop and implement production plans and schedules.
- Ensure all safety, quality, and environmental regulations are followed.
- Manage and mentor production staff.
- Analyze production metrics and KPIs to drive improvements.
- Collaborate with other departments to optimize production flow and resource allocation.
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