Press Machine Production Manager - Daltile

• Plan production operations for locations, and establish priorities and sequences for products for the department. Monitor priority list and schedules to ensure that orders are processed based on priority and customer promise dates are met.
• Prepare operational schedules and coordinate department activities to ensure that production and quality of products meet specifications; monitor and report daily production output and operational status.
• Actively participate in process improvement, modifications, upgrades, and projects.
• Work closely with the Maintenance and/or Engineering Department(s) to plan and coordinate routine, preventative, and emergency maintenance to maximize equipment availability and production output as well as minimize production downtime and operational delays.
• Develop and work with other distribution process owners to efficiently and effectively reinspect priorities and table reviews that minimize cost and maximize customer service.
• Effectively work on employee relations, problem solving, setting and achieving goals, scheduling, disciplinary action, terminations, equipment problems, etc.
• Work closely with plant Safety and all Quality teams to proactively identify issues and develop and/or enhance related programs and procedures; ensure programs are maintained, conformance of department with established standards, and appropriate training and equipment is given to all employees.
• Work with Manufacturing leadership to plan, develop, and control budgets to ensure cost-effective and efficient processes are in place in the residential reinspect area.
• Actively participate in short-term planning meetings and projects addressing issues related to labor, changes in productivity, performance measures, goals and results, etc.
• Proactively seek ways to apply technology to business processes, researching and providing information on technical trends and competitors’ practices; stay abreast of industry trends, technology changes and best practices, proactively identifying opportunities to enhance production technology and process flows as well as operating and tactical plans to improve efficiency and product quality as well as manage cost.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• 6-8 years’ relevant experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-3 years of management experience.

• Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise in own job discipline or field.
• Focused on and responsible for their team's productivity and collective impact.
• Excellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Able to multitask, prioritize, delegate, and manage time effectively.
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential data.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite products.
• Flexible attitude, adaptable to change, team player, and able to handle multiple projects at once.
• High degree of professionalism, judgment, maturity, and resourcefulness in the absence of formalized guidelines and procedures.

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