Lumbermen's
Production Manager
Grand Rapids, MI
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 4 days ago
ExcelLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingMicrosoft OfficeLean Manufacturing
About the role
- Driving and modeling a culture of safety through supporting company programs and training employee owners on these programs
- Leading and holding a team of 20+ accountable to daily production and delivery goals
- Proactively planning for and assisting in maintaining staffing levels to meet customer demands
Responsibilities
- Ensure accurate inventory levels of raw materials, coatings, and finished goods to support uninterrupted production
- Leveraging talent in the operational area to deliver continuous improvement ideas
- Performing other duties as needed to drive divisional and company success
- Located in Grand Rapids, MI at our Finishing Division, the person in this position would manage our team and oversee production.
- The SOURCE - free and confidential support resources for our team
Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 75 lb.
- Ability to stand for 8-10 hours/day
- Ability to operate a forklift (will train if needed)
Nice to have
- High School diploma/GED required
- 1-3 years' leadership experience required (preferably in a manufacturing setting)
- Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred
- 1-3 years' experience in a made-to-order manufacturing environment preferred
Skills
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to effectively lead a team to success
- Commitment to driving safety and adherence to policies as a top priority
- Effectiveness in providing clarity to team in achieving production goals and company objectives
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook
Compensation
- This position offers a $300 annual clothing allowance to offset costs for work apparel, protective footwear, and PPE.
Benefits
- Other benefits include:
- A collaborative and supportive work environment
- ESOP ( Employee Stock Ownership Plan ) - generous company-funded retirement
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Flexible spending/health savings account
Company info
- Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan since 1955, Lumbermen's operates in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and Minnesota. A leading distributor and manufacturer, we are driven by our mission to enrich lives by intentionally caring for all who experience us. We are employee owned and relationship powered.
- Located in Grand Rapids, MI at our Finishing Division, the person in this position would manage our team and oversee production. Day-to-day responsibilities include:
- Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan since 1955, Lumbermen's operates in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and Minnesota.
- A leading distributor and manufacturer, we are driven by our mission to enrich lives by intentionally caring for all who experience us.
- We are employee owned and relationship powered.
- Day-to-day responsibilities include:
- Modeling Lumbermen's core values
- Responsible for production scheduling and balancing customer needs with committed lead times
- Being well versed in Lean Manufacturing principles with a history of developing ways to reduce waste and improve efficiencies
Equal opportunity
- In addition, Lumbermen's will not discriminate against any employee or candidate because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
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