Area Manufacturing Manager at Superior Metals Manufacturing

Are you passionate about leading teams, ensuring top-notch quality, and driving continuous improvement in a new, cutting-edge foundry? We are seeking a dynamic Area Manufacturing Manager to lead our off-shift operations and contribute to the success of our high-performance facility.  If you’re ready to make a significant impact, we want to hear from you!

Location: Chittenango, NY
Shift: Off-Shift (Nights & Weekends)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $90k+, but will be evaluated depending on candidates’ knowledge, skills, and abilities.

What You'll Do:

Staffing & Team Development
Staffing Strategy: Determine optimal staffing levels for manufacturing areas to ensure efficiency and productivity.
Leadership Development: Develop and mentor off-shift supervisors and operators to build a high-performing team.
Continuous Improvement: Foster a well-trained workforce with a strong focus on continuous improvement and performance management.
HR Policies: Ensure adherence to HR policies and practices, and handle discipline issues effectively.

Quality Assurance
Process Improvement: Adhere to and enhance processes that guarantee the production of quality alloys used in aerospace parts.
Standardization: Ensure standardized work procedures are in place and followed to maintain high quality.
Defect Prevention: Implement measures to prevent defects and minimize scrap.
Technical Expertise: Build your technical knowledge to support key process parameters and lead systematic problem-solving efforts.

Productivity Enhancement
Production Goals: Oversee off-shift production goals and metrics, driving improvements quarter over quarter.
Continuous Improvement: Lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives on the off shift.
Resource Planning: Collaborate with the maintenance department for preventive maintenance and plan resources for new products.

Cost Management
Capital Equipment Proposals: Propose equipment needs for capital projects and participate in project implementation.
Cost-Effective Solutions: Identify problems and implement cost-effective solutions to drive variable cost improvements.

Safety First
Accident Investigation: Partner with our EHS staff to ensure proper completion of Accident Investigation forms and implement safety countermeasures.
Safety Training: Oversee safety training programs and adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
Champion Safety: Model and champion safe behaviors, respect for the environment, and 6S practices on the off shift.

Miscellaneous
Flexibility: Be prepared to work nights and weekends as needed.
Reliability: Demonstrate strong attendance and reliability in all aspects of the role.

What We’re Looking For
Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field
Experience: 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing supervisory role, preferably in a foundry using vacuum induction melting process.
Leadership Skills: Strong leadership capabilities with a track record of developing and motivating teams.
Technical Knowledge: Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Safety Orientation: Commitment to safety practices and procedures, with experience in accident investigation and safety training.
Problem-Solving Abilities: Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to implement cost-effective solutions.

This individual should of the ability to grow into a VP/General Manager role in 2-3 years!

Why Join Us?
Innovative Environment: Work in a state-of-the-art melt shop.
Growth Opportunities: Be part of a company that values continuous improvement and offers career development opportunities.
Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vison insurance, retirement plans, bonuses and more.

If you’re ready to take your career to new heights and lead a team to success, apply now to become our Area Manufacturing Manager!


About Us: 
Superior Metals Manufacturing (SMM) is a Consolidated Precision Products (CPP) company.  SMM at CPP is a part of an industry-leading manufacturer of highly engineered components and sub-assemblies, supplying the commercial aerospace, military and industrial markets with small-to-large “function critical” products. CPP provides its customers with a “total solution” source, taking them from concept to finished product with one of the broadest and most diverse product offerings in the industry. More information about our company can be found at: http://www.cppcorp.com/

Sponsorship is not available for this role. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US on a permanent and consistent basis without company sponsorship now and in the future.

This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

It is the policy of CPP Corporation to cooperate to the fullest extent with the applicable regulations of the Civil Rights Act and any legislation on Equal Employment Opportunity. CPP Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits, hires, trains, and promotes employees in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or other legally protected status.
 
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