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nn nn This position will report to the CEO and will provide direction to the production staff at the plant facility.
We are looking for someone with management experience at larger organizations that are innovating in the manufacturing/engineering/supply chain/logistics/new product delivery, and an ability to select and implement lean manufacturing principals (Six Sigma, Kaizen, or TPS Systems) processes, technology, and improvements that will improve procurement (Raw material costs and quality), quality, accounting standards, inventory standards, data driven economics and decisions, manufacturing cycle times, culture, and product innovation.
nn nn Job Duties nn Work hand in hand with Design and Development team to implement new manufacturing standards for all products.
Integrate SAP ERP into manufacturing operations to help identify process improvements.
Oversee all manufacturing operations, reduce scrap / waste, improve turnaround time, improve cycle times for all processes.
Ensure quality control throughout the manufacturing process (From design to finished product delivery).
Leads and designs Lean Manufacturing goals and strategies for improving the operations and processes within the organization Manages all activities for continuous improvement and performance enhancement Drive company-wide lean initiatives to improve operational effectiveness as measured by quality, lead-time reduction and customer satisfaction.
Identify and implement continuous improvement activities to produce tangible savings and process improvements in the manufacturing process Partner with leadership to deploy the lean programs across the various manufacturing departments to move the overall culture in the manufacturing operations and drive efficiencies and increased productivity Coach, mentor and train team members on improvement tools such as: Lean Thinking, 5S and Lean & Waste elimination approaches Prepare and track project metrics and schedules Schedule daily production for on-time completion Collaborate with peers and department managers to determine key goals and objectives, and corresponding metrics.
Employs Lean methodologies and tools in order to accomplish business objectives Manage timely achievement of key performance goals and objectives.
Perform root cause analysis and propose/implement process improvements to further the manufacturing output and optimize all phases of production process Qualifications 10+ years of experience in manufacturing (Preferably Office Furniture, Desks, Benches, etc) Full Circle or equivalent ERP Reference and Transactional Processes Multi-channel experience (retail, e-commerce, wholesale) and/or start-up experience a plus Hands-on leadership style who wants to make a big difference at a fast-growing company Demonstrated experience in a start-up environment and a track record of scaling company operations to achieve operating goals Outstanding leadership traits to include superior written, communication, problem-solving, presentation and influencing skills Strong organization and time management skills Must have great interpersonal skills and have an entrepreneurial spirit Ability to operate strategically, while understanding the tactical implications of decisions Superior negotiation and analytical skills, and financial acumen Will be person responsible to ensure that design concept is executed via production.
Will remain responsible for furniture products during the entire life cycle until received by the end consumer.
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