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Major established and international company which is a leader has an opportunity at a large and mid-volume manufacturing plant near Savannah, GA for a Production Area Manager - Assembly.  There are major company benefits, an attractive 401k with matching, 12% bonus potential, and relocation assistance.   
 
Position Description
Directs the activities of Production Supervisors Group Leads and other Lead positions to maximize production volume, maintain schedules, ensure safe operation of all machines and equipment, and to optimize cost and quality considerations.
Job Responsibilities
Monitors and determines manufacturing costs and outlay, quality and quantity of goods produced, production methods, tooling applications, and ensures the effective use of production hours, skills, machines, equipment and facilities
Participates in planning production schedules, technical requirements and manufacturing controls related to all manufacturing operations
Expedites scheduled production, investigates and resolves delays and initiates corrective action.
Coordinates operations-related programs such as manufacturing methods, cost reduction initiatives, preventive and regular maintenance, training, staffing, safety and housekeeping
Administers company rules, regulations and policies
Participates in the budgeting process, monitors and reports on manufacturing performance as it relates to budgetary guidelines
Participates in the selection and acquisition of capital equipment for the production area
Performs full range of managerial responsibilities which may include but not be limited to: interviewing, hiring, coaching and developing employees; planning, assigning and directing work; EEO/AA; performance management; department budget
Performs other duties as assigned
Job Skills Requirements
Broad knowledge of manufacturing and quality principles and familiarity with labor-intensive machining, fabrication and assembly operations; may require knowledge of warehouse management
Strong supervisory skills with good leadership and the ability to manage a diverse group of employees in a manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of manufacturing management programs
Working knowledge of employee relations issues and/or collective bargaining agreements in both union and non-union environments
Demonstrated superior verbal and interpersonal communications skills in order to motivate and manage a diverse group of individuals in a variety of positions
Working knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning systems of which SAP is preferred
Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location
Budget experience is needed
Automotive or related industry experience is a plus
Automated manufacturing systems is important
 
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Production Management or related field, or equivalent education and experience
Experience Requirements
Minimum of seven years of manufacturing experience in an assembly operations environment