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As a Team Manager of Production, you will be responsible for Driving customer order execution, according to agreed plan and in line with four priorities: sustainability, quality, delivery and cost. First line manager. Coordinate between different processes and support functions Supervise employees engaged in the production process of air-cooled heat and wet surface exchangers. Monitor employee performance and coordinate workflow to ensure shop operates efficiently. Evenings and weekend work will be required on occasion. This is an onsite position located in Broken Arrow, OK.
Job Responsibility
Driving customer order execution, according to agreed plan and in line with four priorities: sustainability, quality, delivery and cost
Coordinate between different processes and support functions
Supervise employees engaged in the production process of air-cooled heat and wet surface exchangers
Monitor employee performance and coordinate workflow to ensure shop operates efficiently
Set and follow up targets for Manufacturing in the areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery & Cost
Review production schedules with the Factory Planner and Project Managers and coordinate production set-up with Team Leaders
Meet shop goals and customer expectations
Operate as a team within the shop and other areas related to production (materials, scheduling, purchasing, etc.) to ensure on-time deliveries
Responsible for the continuous improvement, leading 5S initiatives, performance and output of multiple manufacturing teams
Oversees team member development and hiring, ensuring compliance with legal and equal opportunity standards in collaboration with HR
Together with Factory, Safety and Quality Managers develop new employee operational training plans specific to the new employee position and experience
Delivers Team Member performance reviews, counseling / discipline, and makes recommendations for wage increases
Assures compliance with Alfa Laval requirements including pertinent policies, procedures, work instructions, and other related process control documents
Monitors key performance indicators (KPIs) and drives the analysis and identification of opportunities for improvement
Sets and follows up targets set for the teams, broken down from the factory level
Works with the site EH&S team to ensure compliance with local, state and federal safety and environmental regulations
Works with Quality Assurance on customer claim resolution and drives process improvements so that future claims are prevented
Defines and communicates work assignments to shop personnel
Monitors progress of work and address issues as needed (ex. re-allocation of resources, alternate sequencing of jobs, resolution of operational/technical issues, etc.)
Assesses and communicates staffing, equipment, and outsourcing needs of the teams
Monitors and takes action to eliminate waste and drive down manufacturing costs
Assures effective and efficient utilization of personnel and equipment (ex. Reduction of set-up and cycle times, etc.)
‘Owner’ of team equipment including correct usage, and preventative maintenance
Works with Maintenance department to ensure clear division of activities between operator maintenance and maintenance department preventative maintenance schedules
Drives team performance through prioritization and hands-on development of Standard Operating Procedures
Engages with Safety, Quality, Product, and Factory management to ensure these functional area requirements are included in departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
As owner secure the quality, via SOP audit dialogues, and execution of the SOPs
Gives input to the development of the annual shop budget
Controls team expenses in order to meet approved budget
Responsible for team area cleanliness and implementation of cleaning routines, 5S and holding team members accountable to this category
Involved in new product development and give input to existing product development
Interfaces with Sales Engineering, Purchasing, Scheduling and other members of the Production team relative to planning and scheduling of work orders and cost estimation of product
Ensures effective and frequent communication with shop personnel related to company and departmental developments
Conducts daily ALPS board meetings (Alfa Laval Performance System) to ensure employee management communications and continuous improvements
Ensures positive work environment and attitude among shop employees
fosters an attitude of responsibility and ownership
Assists Unit Manager with other tasks as needed
All employees are expected to prioritize safety, regardless of role
This includes strict adherence to company-wide safety policies and procedures, proactive promotion of safe practices, and addressing unsafe behaviors or conditions in a constructive and positive manner
Employees expected to conduct themselves with professionalism, courtesy, and cooperation toward colleagues, customers, vendors, and visitors
Full compliance with all Alfa Laval policies and procedures is required to maintain a respectful, safe, and productive work environment
Requirements
High school diploma or GED and 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field, Associate's degree and/or manufacturing certifications preferred, or a related field
Minimum of 3 years managing multiple employees with expertise in welding companies or industry expertise preferred
Detailed knowledge of the production of air cooled and wet surface heat exchangers used in the North American oil, gas and power industries preferred
Experience with systems & methodologies used in manufacturing to include 5S, Six Sigma, Kaizen preferred
Knowledge & understanding of financial planning and development
Project work & implementation of business plans experience preferred
Experience with MS Office Suite – i.e. Excel, PowerPoint, Word
Strong Skills in time management, attention to details, written & verbal communications
Occasional travel as needed – 15%
Nice to have
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field