Production Manager 3rd Shift
Utica, NY, US
Job Description
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The Production Manager will be responsible for the complete coordination and output of several production lines across 3rd shift, including the communication with the customer whose products are produced on the line. The hours for the 3rd shift is from 11pm-7:30 am Monday-Friday.
Job Responsibilities
Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following.
- Management and leadership of the supervisor and the production staff (appr. 80 employees)
- Coordination of a multifunctional support team to prioritize activities
- Responsible for personal development and personal strategy
- Ensuring the further development/promotion of employees (IDP, People Review)
- Proactive planning of production utilization and prioritization of production orders
- Creation and presentation of production-relevant key figures
- Continuous improvement of production processes
- Creation of a budget plan for staff growth
- Ensuring lean methods in production (Factory Board, PMS, RCPS)
- Focus on shop floor activities (Gemba/waste walk)
- Support for lean projects within production (DBS)
- Projects related to production optimization (productivity, yield, throughput)
- Implementation of measures to obtain the certifications (e.g.: IATF 16949)
- Interface with the customer to provide updates on output and line status
- Budgeting of the annual need for temporary workers, including the ordering process
Background & Skills
At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.
The ideal candidate possesses these skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in leadership within the production of automotive or electronics industry
- Familiarity with industry standards
- Knowledge Leadership, Lean Management, SAP and IATF 16949
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Self-motivated with a passion for continuous improvement
- Will to travel within the United States and to other countries as needed
Salary Range Disclaimer:
The base salary range represents the low and high end of the range for this position. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees.
The range for this position is $99,981 to $120,000.
Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow
At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.
Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.
Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
Nearest Major Market: Utica