Manufacturing/Production Manager- Automotive
Roth Staffing Companies

The Mfg. Mgr. is responsible for the manufacturing and production of complex automotive components that support the automotive industry. $83k to $93k depending on experience Additionally, the Mfg. Mgr. establishes and maintains productive and effective relationships with Japanese management and local department managers that foster a successful production environment that is centered on quality and safety best practices.

The Mfg. Mgr. reports to the manufacturing Deputy GM and their staff consists of an Assembly Leader, A/T Inspection Leader and Machining Leader.

Responsibilities

1. Responsible for the overall production of quality products that meet the Company's operational short and long term business goals.

2. Fosters a positive work environment centered on quality, compliance and continuous improvement.

3. Engages and motivates management and team members to follow and adhere to company objectives, policies and procedures.

4. Identify and resolve any issues or problems that may affect the production process or the product quality and lead kaizen events to increase productivity and reduce waste.

5. Creates and manages Manufacturing KPIs such as plant safety, quality, cost, delivery, environment and TM morale. Suggest improvements and innovations to achieve KPI targets as needed.

6. Ensure that the products are manufactured according to the customer specifications and quality standards

7. Manage the budget, inventory, and equipment of the manufacturing department and optimize production cost and efficiency

8. Collaborate with other departments to create a company culture of respect, inclusivity, efficiency and safety

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and minimum 7 years manufacturing experience

Minimum 5 years manufacturing management experience

Minimum 5 years of experience in a company with over 100 employees

Ability to develop work standard manufacturing procedural documents

Knowledge of automotive manufacturing industry, lean manufacturing principles, total quality management systems and best practices

Experience with Microsoft office products to include outlook, excel and powerpoint

Effective oral and written communications skills

Desirable Qualifications

Experience in a cross-cultural working environment.

Manufacturing leadership experience in the automotive industry.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

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