Manufacturing Department Director Directs the activities of a recognized manufacturing department. Operates from a wide scope of responsibility to maintain production schedules and to ensure quality standards are adhered to by group. Plans work, makes assignments and trains new employees. Administers company policies for assigned department. Assesses and troubleshoots machine problems. Communicates with all levels of management, including Japanese staff. Presents materials/information to groups. Conducts root cause analysis of customer problems and defect reduction. Documents departmental productivity and defects, and takes corrective action when needed. Motivates employees and resolves conflict. Evaluates employees' performance. Aids in continuous improvement processes. Oversees trials of new parts. Assists manager as necessary to accomplish all goals and missions of the department. Coaches and counsels team members on various aspects of their duties. Issues corrective action (discipline) to employees as appropriate. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Hazardous material handling certifications required for assigned duties including but not limited to: Hazardous waste operations and emergency response, Respirator Training and Fit Testing, Chromium (VI) awareness training, Hexavalent Chromium awareness training and any other training required by regulation. Must have good communication skills, both verbal and written, to all levels of management. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk. The employee frequently is required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
