Experienced Production Manager

Production Planning – Liaise closely with Purchasing and Customer Service and Shipping to ensure cut lists and material are available for planned schedule.

Housekeeping – Maintain housekeeping standards to ensure a safe and clean work environment.

o Manage absenteeism, disciplinary issues etc. This includes working in accordance with the Collective Agreement regarding job postings and other matters.

Equipment – Manage and drive improvement in equipment reliability.

o Reports maintenance requirements to the Maintenance Supervisor

Continuous Improvement - Drive continuous improvement in all aspects of department performance. Promote and sustain management programs designed to continuously improve internal processes.

Follow Compliance requirements per “KNA-SOP-1705 Compliance Roles and Responsibilities.”

Follow the Group Code of Conduct and Group Compliance.

Safety – Ensure safe working environment in maintained.

o Ensure accurate recording of time and attendance for employees.

Ensure Quality of Product meets and exceeds Customer expectations. Ensure Quality records are maintained.

Material Storage – Establish and maintain designated areas for storing raw materials and finished goods.

Accurate and timely reporting of Key Performance Indicators.

Ensure Production Confirmations are completed accurately and on time.

o Responsible for completion of all Preventative Maintenance requirements

Strength & Lifting: Lifting and carrying materials (often 25–50 lbs.). Pushing or pulling carts, pallets, or equipment. Adjusting body movements to match the pace of moving objects.

Takes corrective action when the team’s daily output does not meet requirements.

Attends all production management meetings as required.

o Ensures that all rules / policies stated within the Employee Handbook, the Company Safety Programs and, any federal or state guidelines / laws are being adhered to.

o Communicate with Crew regarding performance against Company goals.

Summary: Results driven leader responsible for supervising team members in a manufacturing and assembly environment. This position plans and assigns work, implements policies and procedures, and recommends improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions.

o Ensure adequate resource in place to run processes with break cover.

Inventory & Stock Control – Ensure Stock usage is correctly recorded on SAP through confirmations and any Bill of Material Changes are implemented.

Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Sensory Requirements: Near and far visual acuity for spotting defects or reading gauges. Hearing alarms, instructions, or machinery sounds. Peripheral vision for monitoring surroundings.

College degree or five years’ experience in an assembly driven production environment with not high automation: perfect would be experience in insulated panel or related construction/metal building project

Attainment of Production Schedule and forecast on time and in full.

Cognitive & Environmental Factors: Maintaining focus in noisy or fast-paced environments. Performing tasks independently or in teams. Exposure to heat, cold, dust, or chemicals depending on the facility.

Must be familiar with lean production.

High level of interpersonal skills.

Good telephone and oral communication skills.

Body Movement & Posture: Standing or walking for extended periods, frequent bending, stooping, crouching, or kneeling, climbing stairs or ladders, crawling, or working in confined spaces.

Manual Dexterity & Handling: Using hands and fingers to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects, operating machinery or tools with precision, repetitive motion tasks (e.g., packaging, sorting).

Good to excellent spelling, grammar, and written communication skills.

Must be proficient in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Power Point) and Outlook.

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Training – Ensure adequate cross training to cover vacation leave and other absences.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 401k with company match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Identity Theft Protection, Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Fitness Reimbursement, Educational Assistance, Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and Life Assistance Program.