Production Manager at Rehrig Pacific in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin

Job Description:

Position Location: Kenosha, WI


Manager: Plant Manager


Role Level: Manager of People


Manager Once Removed: Director of Manufacturing



Purpose of Role


The purpose of this role is to lead the production team in a 24/7 manufacturing environment, coordinating work between the production team and other departments (scheduling, quality, safety, maintenance, tooling, shipping) with a goal of delighting our customers by ensuring a timely, quality product all while developing the capabilities of the production team in line with our Vision, Mission and Values.



Areas of Accountabilities

• Manage the planning and deployment of resources within the production team to efficiently meet customer expectations
• Serve as a liaison between the production planner and the shift managers, ensuring appropriate information is communicated to the production team, and that materials and resources are in place to support production needs.
• Ensure work schedules are coordinated and settle any disputes.
• Lead the daily coordination of mold changes, job startups, etc.
• Manage production department expenses and labor within budget.
• Ensure no new employee enters the production floor without first receiving the standard Day 1 MVP training.
• Demonstrate safety leadership. Ensure actions and initiatives within the production team are in alignment and in support of the plant safety program. Take immediate action to resolve safety concerns.
• Ensure all direct reports; Shift Managers, Supervisors, Floor Assistants and Production Operators, receive quarterly reviews, detailed annual performance reviews and continuous value-added feedback
• Lead by exemplifying our Core Values and being good stewards of company time and resources and coach others to do the same
• With Human Capital, help strengthen the programs and processes that support the growth and retention of our people.
• Partner with your Human Capital Business Partner to develop a hiring strategy prior to posting job openings within your team.
• Utilize the Rehrig Management System to define, audit, and continuously improve production processes.
• Establish plant cleanliness and organization (5S) expectations and practices.

• General Experience: At least 6 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Managerial Experience: At least 3 years of direct management experience preferred.
• Specific training and knowledge of injection molding process a plus.
• Excellent Leadership Skills including strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills a must.