Senior Manager, Manufacturing

Under minimal supervision, the Senior Manager, Manufacturing is responsible for planning, scheduling, and supervising day-to-day operations within one or more departments to meet Click Bond’s production requirements. This role involves meeting key performance indicators related to employee development, On-Time Delivery (OTD), Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), budgets, productivity, efficiency, 5S, and fostering continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing principles within the company. Additionally, the Senior Manager, Manufacturing prepares assigned teams/departments to meet future requirements through training and employee development initiatives. This position should be able and ready to take the Sr. manufacturing Manager responsibilities for short periods of time and mentor and guide Manufacturing Managers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   

• The primary responsibility is to lead and develop the assigned team, ensuring on-time delivery (OTD) while maintaining Click Bond’s quality standards. 
• Responsible for developing strategies and working collaboratively with other functions as well as internal/external suppliers to ensure Operations objectives and personnel goals are achieved as well as Click Bond’s strategic initiatives.
• Assigns production responsibilities, work plans, and schedule requirements to department leads, supervisors and other Manufacturing Managers as assigned to ensure the timely and high-quality completion of Click Bond products. 
• Collaborates with various departments including engineering, finance, materials, quality, maintenance, and others to ensure schedules and budgets are met while proactively resolving issues. 
• Experienced in Troubleshooting and resolving production process problems, minimizing costs, and preventing delivery delays. 
• Proactively creates and executes recovery plans when required.
• Enforces stringent quality standards, monitors workmanship issues, and provides corrective actions. 
• Conducts regular audits to ensure compliance with applicable Quality and Environmental Management System (QEMS) procedures, identifying necessary changes in the Quality Assurance Plan (QAP). 
• Executes the manufacturing strategy for the department(s), encompassing Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement philosophies and concepts, leading the implementation of Lean Six Sigma initiatives. 
• Encourages, motivates, and leads assigned employees and business units (MBUs) toward continuous process and performance improvement. 
• Ensures the department(s) have adequate resources to perform their assigned tasks, implementing company policies and procedures. 
• Develops and maintains a safe work environment, ensuring strict housekeeping, 5S standards, and safety procedures and practices are followed, including tool and equipment safety requirements. 
• Provides input for the development of the business unit’s strategic plans to meet budget, product cost, productivity, inventory levels, delivery performance, quality objectives/expectations, and operational goals. 
• Capable of developing expense budgets and headcount for the assigned departments and/or business unit.
• Ensures compliance with the Environmental Management System (EMS) and ISO 14001 standards, ensuring that the handling and management of chemicals are conducted in alignment with these standards to promote waste reduction and environmental compliance.
• Report immediately all suspicious and hazardous conditions to a manager.    
• Understand and observe all safety guidelines and assure quality and safety by complying with all appropriate CB policies and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining clean, orderly and hazard-free work areas. 
• Must be a self-starter and be detail oriented.   
• Other duties as assigned.    

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Develops subordinate personnel, providing them with the technical skills, training, and certifications necessary for their job. 
• Encourages innovation and stays informed about best practices within the company and the manufacturing industry. 
• Fosters positive employee relations by maintaining an inclusive work environment. 
• Continually works towards improving competitiveness in quality, productivity, and timeliness. 
• Provides input for the development of the business unit’s strategic plans to ensure cost, productivity, and quality objectives/expectations are met within the department(s). 
• Actively promotes a strong, healthy workforce through the utilization of EHS resources. 
• Actively supports and participates in shaping corporate initiatives in resource sustainability. 
• Ensures that departmental emergency action plans support the business unit’s Business Continuity Plan and can be executed effectively. 
• Proven leadership ability and effectiveness in a managerial role. 
• Proven ability to influence other organizations within the company.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team player and consistently deliver results. 
• Strong knowledge and implementation of lean manufacturing principles. 
• Proficiency in using computerized database management (e.g., Excel) and presentation systems (e.g., PowerPoint). 
• Ability to write and read English, knowledge of Spanish is a plus.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, management, or related/relevant curriculum, or equivalent combination of education and experience necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of the job for an effective job performance.
• At least 7 years of management or equivalent leadership experience with direct, daily accountability and ownership of manufacturing processes. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directly supervises employees by carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. 
• Effectively communicate with employees and develop an environment of transparency, fairness, and consistency. 
• Exercise exceptional conflict resolution techniques and utilize interpersonal skills to build consensus, deploy effective meetings, and build business relationships. 
• Deploy a high level of critical thinking to methodically, strategically, and collaboratively make decisions, foster teamwork, and promote innovation and learning. 
•  Successfully manage time and priorities in a manner that creates an environment of stability, focused direction, and consistency on the plant floor.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 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.

• Moderate to frequent lifting or moving of medium weight materials.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds. 
• Use of hand/fingers regularly through shift to manipulate components, tools, etc. 
• Regularly required to sit or stand for the length of shift, bend and reach. 

CLICK BOND WAY – KEY ATTRIBUTES:

• Communicates respectfully to all team members, vendors, and visitors.
• Models a positive attitude. 
• Actively listens to others and supports the team environment.
• Asks questions and learns from mistakes.
• Executes tasks with minimal errors and in a timely and efficient manner.
• Attendance is consistent and meets or exceeds company standards.

Click Bond is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information or any other protected classification.  Click Bond complies with federal and state disability laws. Click Bond will provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the People Operations Team at 775.885.8000 or email careers@clickbond.com