PRODUCTION MANAGER
CROOKSTON, MN
Lead production staff for fabrication and assembly. Increase production, assets capacity, and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards. This position includes hiring, training, and supervision of shop personnel, oversite of maintenance, and DOT recordkeeping. You will work closely with our Chief Operating Officer, Project Manager, and other staff to make manufacturing-wide strategic decisions to meet production goals. This position is based in our Crookston Headquarters.
Supervision – Schedule, assign, and oversee the work of production personnel. Oversee fabrication; assembly; and monitoring of time standards. Aid in determining procedures and instructions to be followed according to design specifications and required materials.
Hiring Production and Installation Personnel – Review applications and interview qualified applicants.
Training – Oversee new employee training including proper techniques, monitor progress. Assist in developing and maintaining work instructions for fabrication, assembly, loading, and installation of products. Help identify and implement improved methods for assembly, fabrication, and installation of columbarium products. Designate and train shop employees to carry out required assembly procedures.
Document Review – Review drawings, Inventory sheets, and various reports to ensure accurate and timely production.
Loading Truck & Trailer – Oversee loading of products and materials for installation trips. Help remotely solve problems that may arise in the field.
Quality – Participate in design review of products to identify problems that may affect quality and manufacturability; ensure that quality is a primary consideration in all designs or design changes. Assist in developing methods and procedures for inspection of materials including stone, statues, etc. received for projects. Report any damage or discrepancies in the material received to the responsible party. Responsible for a 100% quality product leaving the shop floor for delivery.
Maintenance – Responsible for keeping manufacturing facility, equipment, tools, and vehicles organized and in good repair. Perform routine maintenance; obtain outside professional service when required.
Safety – Establish and maintain an effective safety program. Conduct safety training of shop employees; monitor work practices; identify and correct safety hazards and conditions.
5S – Establish and lead the initiatives for a shop atmosphere that is neat and orderly.
Employment at Eickhof Columbaria Inc. is about being a part of something bigger. It’s about being on a team inclusive of individuals with the highest levels of loyalty, honesty, and integrity. It is about exceeding customer expectations on a daily basis by taking a true interest in their needs.
QUALIFICATIONS
– Good oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
-Demonstrated experience in the management of a production workforce
– Good understanding of fabrication and assembly fundamentals
– Technically competent with various software programs, such as Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks
– Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential
– Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with changing priorities
– Minimum of 3 years of experience in a production management role
ATTRIBUTES
Attitude
– Positive Attitude with a “can-do” outlook
– Achieve Excellence through a willingness to do what it takes
– Personal Integrity with a sense of ownership and responsibility
– Cares about the Internal Team
– Be a Team Player; help us remain the best Columbaria Manufacturer in the world
Skill Sets
– Organization
– Communication
– Technical
To apply send a resume and cover letter to Peter Tollefson at [email protected].
Questions? Call Peter at 1-800-253-0457 ext. 116.