APU MANAGER; Autonomous Production Unit

The APU Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of production within the assigned assembly area. This role ensures that operations meet quality, cost, and delivery targets while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and team development.

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• Lead and manage daily operations of the assembly area, ensuring production goals are met.
• Monitor and improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Logistics.
• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
• Ensure proper staffing, training, and development of team members.
• Maintain accurate production records and reports.
• Support implementation of new processes, equipment, and technologies.
• Promote a positive work environment and uphold company values.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Direct supervision of team leaders and production associates within the assigned department.

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of lean manufacturing principles.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and manufacturing systems.

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.

Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing or assembly operations, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

Advance math skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office suites

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and process several abstract and concrete variables. Must be able to assess reasonableness of the analysis performed. As well as making decisions based off of the data given.

Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) - preferred

Leadership or Supervisory Training Certification - preferred

Valid Driver's License - required

First Aid/CPR Certification - preferred

Frequent walking and standing on the production floor.

Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee will be in an office environment. There may be occasions where the employee will have tasks to perform in a Manufacturing environment, where Personal Protective Equipment such as Hearing Protection, Safety Glasses and Safety Shoes are required.

• Enjoy an attractive salary that reflects your skills, experience, and contributions.
• Choose from a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance options to fit your needs and those of your family.

• We provide company-sponsored Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D Insurance, with the option to enhance your coverage through buy-up plans.

• Recharge with competitive PTO policies that support your personal time, holidays, and overall well-being.

• Prepare for your future with our 401(k) retirement plan, featuring an employer match to help you grow your savings

Be part of a company that offers international collaboration and local empowerment, giving you the chance to make a real impact while building a global career.

Hutchinson is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Hutchinson believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Employment at Hutchinson is based on merit, competence, and…