Production Manager jobs in Kennewick, WA

Production Manager

Who we are:

Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together – a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world.

With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.

Who we are looking for:

Atkore, a recent recipient of a Great Place to Work© certification, is currently searching for a PVC Production Manager to be based out of Pendleton, OR. Reporting to the Pendleton Plant Manager, this person will be responsible for planning, organizing, and controlling production in the facility to ensure that goods are produced safely and efficiently, on time, within budget and to standard. This person will be our on-site PVC processing expert with knowledge and ability to guide and train operators on the production floor.

What you’ll do:

• Ensure implementation and adherence to health and safety procedures
• Analyze and report department performance on production volume, cost, and quality
• Analyze and report (written and/or oral) to the Plant Manager the status of high priority jobs running in Production or issues deemed to be priority by Senior Management
• Plan and maintain resources for the department (people, equipment, etc.) to ensure on-time attainment of production and service requirements at the best cost and highest quality
• Proactively identify and implement process and quality improvements and initiate corrective and/or preventive actions when out of compliance
• Schedule and manage the daily production team; set goals, monitor key performance indicators, hire staff, develop and document training plans to ensure employees are trained and in compliance with all procedures; coach and counsel to improve results, conduct ongoing performance appraisals
• Liaison with employees and management teams to identify ways to continually foster and promote a positive and safe work environment by direct involvement with all levels of employees
• Ensure efficient collaboration and coordination between relevant departments including procurement, distribution, and management
• Participate as an active member of the Plant Safety Committee
• All other duties as assigned

What you'll bring:

• Minimum of 7 years of work experience in a PVC Extrusion manufacturing environment required
• High school diploma required
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, engineering, or industrial technology preferred
• Experience and knowledge of Lean Daily Management principles preferred
• Basic computer skills in Excel, Word, Power Point and MS Project
• Effective leadership skills and problem-solving techniques is a must
• Attention to detail, accuracy, time management and organization
• Teamwork and project management skills, self-driven and accountable
• All associates must embrace and foster an environment that supports our core values of Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Excellence

Within 3 months, you’ll:

• Complete your Atkore immersion program.
• Understand how your job will help deliver Atkore’s strategy.
• Gain an understanding of your team.

Within 6-months, you’ll:

• Develop, implement, manage and communicate plans to establish internal manufacturing within quality and production objectives.
• Responsible for developing and managing a team to be responsible for Extrusion and other production departments
• Determine and manage human and material resources in order to meet production targets
• Implement, enforce, and analyze quality control and tracking programs to meet quality objectives and correct issues
• Develop, implement, and manage departmental standard work
• Partner with Safety and HR to investigate and provide corrective measures for on-the-job accidents, injuries, production issues, and HR issues.
• Identify ways to strengthen the team’s commitment to Atkore’s core values of Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Excellence.

Within 12-months, you’ll:

• Be managing an efficient team that delivers Atkore’s strategy.
• Have meaningful performance conversations with your direct reports.
• Effectively and successfully perform your job duties.

Atkore is a four-time recipient of a Great Place to Work© certified company and a two-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We’re committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values. 

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!

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