Production Manager - Die Casting

Automotive parts maker needs a Production Manager to run its day shift die casting department. This position requires a very strong background in die casting processes typical for an automotive parts manufacturer. Your primary goals will be to improve safety, delivery, cost, and quality.

• With safety first in mind, you will lead continuous improvement, following the principles of the Toyota Production System.


• Will oversee three supervisors and about 75 machine operators, assemblers, and machinists.


• Work with Quality to set goals including scrap reduction, reduction in customer complaints, and reporting of non-conformances.


• Evaluate and improve manpower layout, 5-S standardization, and organization layout.


• Work with maintenance to improve machine uptime.


• Provide data driven analyses of manufacturing problems.

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree preferred but not required.


• Must have a good understanding of automotive quality requirements for die cast parts.


• Must have at least three years of supervisory experience.


• Demonstrated experience in driving quality, cost, delivery times, and safety improvements.


• Must be committed to the use of metrics to understand production trends and weak points.