Manager, Manufacturing Operations

4Front Engineered Solutions in Kenosha is looking for a Manager of Manufacturing Operations.

This role directs, maintains, and oversees execution of assembly, manufacturing, and/or production activities for single site plants which includes safety, yield, productivity, labor, cost, production schedule, quality, process improvements, and others in order to meet established business goals. Plans and coordinates efficient and economical manufacturing activities through Production Supervisors 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 are met.

Description of Essential Job Functions:

• Oversee and manage plant assembly, production, and/or 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 manufacturing annual plan, budget, operating and capital expense budgets, Key Performance Indicators (KPI), operating efficiency, and cost control.
• Through motivating techniques and delegation of authority to subordinate manufacturing staff, coordinate and guide activities in the areas of manufacturing, Lean, housekeeping/5S, quality enhancements, staffing, training, employee relations, and other related activities.  Manages subordinate supervisors who supervise employees in the responsible area for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. Also directly supervises non-supervisory employees.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Operations Management; Industrial Engineering; 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 and Total Quality Production System (TQPS) principles in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Working knowledge of, and practical work experience with, manufacturing industry equipment, processes, and production systems.
• Working knowledge and experience with manufacturing and production KPIs/Analytics including the Production Efficiency (PEFF) system preferred.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and integrated computer programs and/or applications.

4Front 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 in the Kenosha, WI facility.                                  

Company benefits offered:

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

Why apply?

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

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