Production Manager

Job Summary

Reporting to the Plant Manager, this position will manage and coordinate all areas of production and maintenance, and related services through Managers/Supervisors to achieve timely production of quality products at the most economical costs and, in the proper quantities. The successful candidate maintains and develops both a safe facility environment and a workforce capable of meeting manufacturing and maintenance requirements in the present and future, to attain objectives in accordance with production and delivery schedules.

• Responsible for keeping safety first for yourself and your co‑workers
• Direct plant operations in achievement of standards in safety, quality, productivity, housekeeping, material usage, energy usage and customer service
• Direct all departmental activities involved in production and maintenance to ensure low‑cost operations consistent with budget objectives and availability of product
• Review and approve production schedules to maximize the operating efficiency of the plan
• Ensure safe working environment through effective housekeeping, enforcement of Company safety policy, and implementation of safety programs
• Conduct root cause analysis evaluations to assess downtime, accidents or near‑misses, quality or process problems, housekeeping and inventory control
• Review departmental scheduled maintenance requirements and establish priorities and schedules to accomplish required activities
• Direct manufacturing department in the production of products that meet quality specifications for product performance and packaging appearance
• Motivate personnel and ensure that plant employee relations policies are consistently and fairly administered to effectively promote good morale, housekeeping, and high productivity
• Train, develop, and motivate subordinates to achieve optimum performance and to prepare them for promotional opportunities

Other duties as assigned

• College degree or equivalent work experience and 8 years of manufacturing experience, with 3 of those years in a supervisory capacity
• Gypsum Wallboard manufacturing experience preferred
• Knowledge of manufacturing safety programs and OSHA requirements
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to motivate and develop people
• Proven record of successful supervision responsibilities
• Ability to maintain good employee relations in union operations
• Knowledge of operating standards and cost control techniques relative to major cost areas
• Knowledge of statistical process control or six sigma a plus

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits to include:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Retirement Account
  • Parental Leave
  • Fertility Services
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Life Insurance
  • Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Wellness Program with medical premium incentives

Salary range: $ to $, or higher depending on education and experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All National Gypsum Company and corporate affiliate companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation. Pre‑employment drug screening is required. All companies participate in E‑Verify.