Production Manager (VSM)
Crane Aerospace & Electronics
- West Caldwell, NJ
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Work on special projects and lead Ops team in Continuous Improvement efforts; Fill-in for the site leader as needed
- Mentor others in the organization in Crane Business Systems and processes
- Inspire others to take ownership of business needs, reach their full potential, and become leaders
- Work closely with other functions of the business such as Order Management, Supply Chain, Scheduling, Manufacturing and Design Engineering, Quality, Finance, Program Management, and Business Unit leaders; Provide guidance and direction for the individuals from these functions assigned to support the value stream
- Drive accountability for daily performance reporting and problem solving of key performance indicators (KPIs) such as safety/quality/delivery/cost/growth (plan, do, check, and act)
- Champion kaizen events with focus on continuous improvement and productivity initiatives; Support lean initiatives by leading/facilitating kaizen events
- Develop associates to reach their maximum potential and build a highly skilled, highly regarded and highly motivated customer focused team
- Participate in budget preparation and long-range capital planning
- Own, develop, and drive the continuous improvement roadmap and implementation plan to achieve operational objectives and future state vision
- Summarize results and prepare presentations for executive and customer review
- Practice safe work habits as established by OSHA and Crane policy
- Support Crane Business System (CBS) initiatives including 5S, KPIs, Standard Work, Problem Solving, and other initiatives as they arise
- Major accountabilities include, but are not limited to: associate safety, product quality, on-time delivery, financial results (operational costs), and growth planning
- Five (5) or more years of experience directly supporting operations either in Production Control, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management or Supervision
- Three (3) or more years of Value Stream management experience, preferably in Electrical or Test Engineering or Test Asset Management
- Experience mentoring associates for personal and career growth
- Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
- Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, and coordination of people and resources
- Demonstrated leadership capability in team building, associate motivation, and implementing organizational vision through strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to deliver focused and collaborate results with superb decision making abilities
- Strong critical thinking and complex problem solving ability with a bias toward sense of urgency
- Champion in lean manufacturing and problem solving
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Electrical Engineering or related field
- This position requires access to controlled data or information and therefore only US persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
- Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
- Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
- May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
- May require up to 5% travel time