Manufacturing Operations Manager

Our Manufacturing Operations Manager oversees execution of manufacturing, and production for the plant which includes safety, productivity, labor, cost, production schedule, quality, and continuous process improvements to meet established business goals. Plans and coordinates efficient and economical manufacturing activities and provides quality levels and service that exceed the customer’s expectations. Responsible for driving key initiatives to ensure cost reduction, inventory management, delivery performance, and key performance indicator (KPI) targets.

• Oversee and manage all manufacturing activities to ensure safety, quality, cost, and morale and to meet and exceed customer and Company requirements.
• Assist General Manager in the development and management of annual plan, budget, operating and capital expense budgets, Key Performance Indicators (KPI), operating efficiency, and cost control.
• Coordinate and guide activities in the areas of manufacturing, Lean, 5S, quality enhancements, staffing, training, and employee relations. Manage production supervisors.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Operations Management;
  Mechanical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering;
  Supply Chain;
  Business Administration; or related field preferred but not required.
• 7-10+ years of manufacturing (i.e., assembly, cutting, fabrication, welding, painting, etc.) experience.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible manufacturing supervision/management experience.
• Practical experience applying Lean, Continuous Improvement, and Total Quality Production System (TQPS) principles in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience with manufacturing and production KPIs/Analytics including the Production Efficiency (PEFF) system preferred.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and integrated computer programs and applications.

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Front Engineered Solutions is a leader in the door and docking industry. This role supports High Performance Doors, under the brand names Dynaco, Albany, and TKO, on-site at our Kenosha, WI facility.

• Medical, dental and vision insurance (HSA includes company contribution)
• STD, LTD, Life and AD&D insurance
• 401k including company match
• Reimbursement for select PPE
• 11 paid holidays
• 3 weeks of PTO per year, accrued with each bi-weekly payroll cycle

• Empowerment
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  You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise.
• Innovation
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  You embrace challenges and want to drive ambitious change.
• Integrity
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  You are results-oriented, reliable, straightforward and value being treated accordingly.

If you are interested or know someone who may be interested in working for a premier employer or want more information, please contact John Vandenberg at , .