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JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Assists the General Manager in planning, organizing and directing the manufacturing operations with optimum cost-effectiveness, assuring the timely and safe production of quality pressure poured steel freight car and locomotive wheels to meet sales requirements.

Responsible for 100-135 (3 direct reports) headcount.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Responsible for compliance to Griffin quality standards and productivity/WIP objectives.
• Responsible for ensuring safe workplace conditions within established safety policies and procedures.
• Responsible for maintaining operation within cost and budget restrictions and ensure continuous improvements.
• Assist the General Manager to plan, organize and direct the manufacturing facility and act on their behalf in their absence.
• Plan and schedule manpower requirements to meet labor objectives.
• Handle employee issues (either formal or informal) to promote good employee relations and equitable solutions for the Company.
• Select, develop and motivate a competent supervisory staff to assure a safe, efficient, cost effective production operation.
• JOB KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Business, or related field; 5-7 years manufacturing leadership experience incorporating continuous improvement preferred.
• Experience making high-impact decisions in fast-paced environment.
• Experience utilizing computer programs and Microsoft Office products.
• Possesses strong process and financial acumen.
• Grows and mentors talent.
• Possesses strong change management skills.

• KEY CHALLENGES

  Major interactions include: Union committee on communications and grievances; Human Resources Department for (union contract or employee handbook interpretations, grievances) personnel problems, disciplinary actions; receives operating cost analysis from the Plant Controller; Lean Manager to further the concepts of Lean manufacturing; Purchasing Department in testing of new materials; vendors regarding the usage of their products; AAR inspectors and customers reviewing the plant operations; Quality Manager to ensure adherence to AAR and Griffin quality standards and/or specification. Manager, Quality Assurance/Supervisor, Non-Destructive Testing System for guidance in problem area. The effectiveness of this position is measured by the timely, safe and cost-effective production of steel wheels to meet sales requirements. This position requires a broad background and understanding of the manufacturing process, plus the supervisory skills necessary to direct a work force of hourly employees.

  WORK CONDITIONS

  • Moderate physical effort
  • Unfavorable environment
  • Moderate hazards

  Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity