TNN1 Production Manager

"An Equal Opportunity Employer”  It is the policy of North American Stamping Group to provide employment, training, promotion, and other conditions of Employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or status as a qualified individual with a disability or other status protected by law.

Your success is our success.

Since 1978, North American Stamping Group has grown into a leading Tier II automotive supplier with eight manufacturing facilities, two technical centers and approximately 1,000 team members across North America. As a family-owned company, we combine nearly five decades of experience with advanced engineering, metal stamping, welding and automated assembly capabilities to manufacture critical components for the seating, emissions and chassis markets.

At NASG, our strength comes from our people. We invest in training, development and advancement opportunities that allow team members to build meaningful, long-term careers. Whether you are beginning your career or bringing years of experience, you will have the opportunity to learn, contribute and grow with a company that is manufacturing strength and engineered to perform.

Join our team and help build what comes next.

GENERAL SUMMARY

To Manage all Production activities in the assigned division. This position will encourage others to seek opportunities for different & innovative approaches to addressing problems as opportunities. Coach & develop team members respectfully using guidance & feedback to help them strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas.  Make critical decisions while following company procedures. Identify & correct conditions that affect team member safety. Initiative to be a team builder and create an environment for team members to work toward a goal. Will also be responsible for driving key initiatives to include cost reductions, inventory management and delivery performance. This position could have 3-4 direct reports

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Allocate manpower as needed to meet production requirements.           
2. Step into Group or Team Leader's role in case of their absence.                             
3. Report data for Monthly Management Review meetings.              
4. Evaluate & Review goals with each Associate; provide feedback, correction, or direction as needed.          
5. Report Area performance to Associates on a documented schedule. 
6. Continuous interaction with team members driving the TQPS philosophy.
7. Manage all 31-day charts, 5S checklist, TPM checks, reports, etc. for data collection & report outs.                                                                  
8. Assist Group Leaders in tracking all Work Orders, Tooling or Maintenance, for timely & accurate repairs.                                                 
9. Review & issue die set-up sheets as updated by Group Leaders, Team Leaders, and Associates.                                                                           
10. Responsible for performance reviews of all direct reports including mentoring, counseling, & corrective actions.                                               

1. Be available for A.I. team meetings as required & requested.                    
2. Manage shift-to-shift communications to avoid unnecessary downtime.     
3. Ensure that Group & Team Leaders are adhering to company policies and administering effective pro-associate practices."                                         

1. Ability to enter into ShopEdge all Production data accurately, efficiently, and immediately after shift completion.                                                

1. Follow the Standard Operating Procedures guidelines - dies/fixtures come out if they are not running.
2. Hourly review of Production Lean Boards.  
3. Develop methods of improvement - using Continuous Improvements & A.I. Team Suggestion Routers.                                                                
4. Ensure team member training is maintain at the expected level for required documents, procedures, & processes.                               
5. Administer appraisal & discipline of work team members.                           
6. Ensure compliance to Safety Policies and Practices.                                 
7. Accident Investigations for proper Corrective Actions.
8. Ensure 5-S standards are maintained - Review verification of items on 5S checklist.
9. Support all Quality systems, Promote Quality achievement & performance. 
10. Follow-up and execute as needed on Corrective Actions.                          
11. Define Quality procedures in conjunction with the Quality Department.   
12. Any additional duties assigned by next level leader.                                                                                    .                                                         

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Preferred - Associates Degree or equivalent experience as an Area/Production Supervisor for at least five (5), years in a fast-paced Production Environment with an emphasis in Stamping & Welding         
• Required - High school diploma or GED                      
• Excellent Math, Computer, & Communication skills                                                                            

Experience:                                                                                      

• Demonstrated Leadership, Organization, and Communications skills.        
• Demonstrated ability to execute & develop practices which promote Continuous Improvement, Quality, Safety, etc."                                   

• Demonstrated capability of using measuring instruments.                        

Excellent skills in the use of EXCEL & Microsoft WORD                 

North American Stamping Group is a drug-free and smoke-free workplace.