Manufacturing Manager jobs in Allentown, PA

reSAWN TIMBER co. provides new and reclaimed wood products for architectural specifications for flooring, interior wall cladding, ceilings, exterior siding, and custom millwork. We specialize in meeting the needs of architects, designers, and contractors, and providing superior service and guidance in developing specifications for wood products.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• To be a hands-on leader responsible for overseeing and innovating the manufacturing department related to reSAWN-made production. This position will report directly to the Plant Manager.
• Create and maintain weekly production schedule
• Address production coordination related questions and concerns
• Participate in daily production meeting and address production coordination related questions and concerns
• Manage the team’s performance through qualitative and quantitative key performance indicators
• Oversee and enforce quality control and quality assurance protocols
• Work with Samples Manager, Lumber Manager, and Shipping and Receiving Supervisor to ensure accurate communications and coordinations
• Work with HR Department to ensure healthy well-being of employees
• Oversee operator-level machine maintenance
• Meet regularly with shop personnel to ensure personal and professional development
• Participate in annual budget planning and departmental structure plan development
• Coordinate with Purchasing Agent to order all materials necessary to perform the functions of the department
• Create, implement, and present SOP’s and other documents
• Ensure completion of training programs for department personnel
• Complete all Incident Reports and notification to HR
• Minimum 40 hours a week with 1-2 Saturdays/Month as needed
• Review and approve staff hours and PTO requests/conduct performance reviews

REQUIRED SKILLS

• 2-5 years experience successfully managing a team of hourly personnel
• Intermediate to Advanced knowledge using Google Sheets (or Excel)
• Excellent organizational skills with experience developing processes and procedures
• Detail oriented with an eye for exacting quality
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change
• Has a positive can-do attitude
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment

PREFERRED SKILLS

• 2-5 years experience workmen in a discrete manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of various wood species, their characteristics, and grading
• Experience with water-based, water borne, and oil-based finishes
• Experience developing operating budgets
• 2 years experience working with quality control/inspection
• Ability to rip, plane and route material when necessary

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person