Conversion Manager (Production)
Airtech Advanced Materials Group
Oversee conversion department operations, scheduling, inventory, staff and continuous improvement.
23 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Huntington Beach, CA
Onsite
Company Size
500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Composite Materials
Vacuum Bagging
Prepreg Materials
Release Films
Fabrication Services
Engineering Support
Prototyping
Product Testing
Sector Specialisms
Aerospace
Wind Energy
Marine
Automotive
Printed Circuit Board
Solar Energy
General Composites
Racing
Role
What you would be doing
production scheduling
project management
cost control
quality assurance
safety monitoring
inventory management
- Develops among assigned personnel a consciousness for the need for team work to attain department objectives.
- Reports promptly to customer service and production planning department when delays occur, estimates time of delay when operations will be resumed and produces reports accordingly.
- Supervises and directs personnel in performing operations according to sound operating principles and company policies and procedures.
- Anticipates and determines causes of delays in shift operations and takes appropriate action to meet shipping and production schedules.
- Creates and/or reviews daily production schedule for the department to plan work and personnel assignment for the shift as well as calculate production efficiencies.
- Conducts performance reviews of each departmental employee and recommends performance in retaining, transfer, or termination.
- Responsible for leading/planning and overseeing projects to ensure they are reported/completed in a timely fashion and within budget.
- Notifies manager of any potential safety hazards.
- Interviews applicants for department jobs and recommends candidates for hiring. With designated department trainer, conducts orientation of new hires and their safety training on shift.
- With appropriate personnel, studies operations where cost standards are not being met to determine causes and apply corrective measures.
- Contacts engineering and maintenance departments for required repair work and advises production planning accordingly.
- Applies company employee relations policies in all dealing with employees.
- Maintains good housekeeping in the department as well as inventory accuracy.
- As required, attends planning meetings to help facilitate production schedules.
- Reviews quality assurance hold area and authorizes rework or scrapping of materials when appropriate and implement root cause analysis to prevent quality issues.
- With management present, conducts probationary reviews of employees.
What you bring
excel
navision
lean
process improvement
lead experience
business degree
- Strong proficiency using Microsoft Excel (power user) and Word. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Navision, and PowerPoint applications is a plus.
- Manufacturing engineering, budgeting, lean manufacturing, and project management experience preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively, efficiently, and independently, following through on assignments with minimal direction and supervision.
- Proven track record of process improvement programs and implementation.
- Solid mathematical skills, intermediate computer skills, excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, good interpersonal skills for working with various departments as well as vendor representatives, excellent planning/scheduling skills, organizational skills, problem-solving skills, and flexible scheduling.
- At least three (3) years’ experience as a lead or supervisor.
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in business or a related field preferred or equivalent experience.
- Must have passed yearly forklift certification testing.
- Must exhibit strong personal leadership and communications abilities.
- Must be exceptionally detail-oriented and able to see the big picture.
- 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Monday-Friday (Off Sat/Sun)
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Company
Overview
- Founded with a vision to revolutionize advanced materials, the company quickly became a leader in high-performance solutions.
- Known for its innovative approach, it manufactures composite materials, vacuum bagging systems, and related products.
- Serving a broad array of industries, the company’s expertise spans from aerospace to renewable energy solutions.
- The company excels in delivering lightweight and durable materials used in high-stress environments like aerospace, automotive, and marine.
- Projects range from developing materials for space exploration to creating cutting-edge components for electric vehicles and renewable energy infrastructure.
- Its products help clients optimize performance, reduce weight, and enhance efficiency, contributing to advancements in technology and sustainability.
- With a history of consistent growth, the company’s material science and manufacturing capabilities continue to set new industry standards.
- Commitment to quality and innovation
- Customer-focused approach
- Continuous improvement and operational excellence
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Integrity and ethics in all interactions
- Respect for the individual and their contributions
2050 Target
Net-zero Carbon Emissions
Aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 through comprehensive sustainability initiatives.
- Committed to reducing environmental impact across operations
- Focus on energy-efficient production processes
- Minimizing waste and promoting recycling
- Investment in sustainable materials and manufacturing technologies
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