at Molex Inc in Naperville, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Your Job
The Production Manager will lead the transformation of Molex's Printed Circuit Solutions production processes to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving industry employing screen printing, die cutting, surface mount electronics, and light assembly technologies. The mission is to drive positive change, optimize operations, and ensure that our manufacturing team operates efficiently and effectively. This position is essential in achieving our business unit's production objectives.
Our Team
We are seeking a professional who enjoys developing people and seeing them grow in their careers. The Production Manager leads a team of 2 production supervisors, 4 team leaders, and approximately 50 hourly employees.
What You Will Do
Change Leadership: Anticipate and lead change initiatives, fostering a competitive environment that maximizes value for the business.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with engineering, quality, and materials teams to establish cost estimates that support profitable business outcomes for new product development projects.
Innovative Manufacturing: Identify and implement manufacturing methods and equipment which enhance product quality, production throughput, and cost efficiency independently or in collaboration with the engineering team.
Team Development: Develop your manufacturing team, fostering elevated levels of contribution and self-actualization using the Principled Based Management framework.
Quality Assurance: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve quality issues swiftly.
Performance Metrics: Develop and implement key metrics and process indicators for manufacturing activities, continuously optimizing manufacturing effectiveness.
Operational Excellence: Monitor and act upon key performance indicators to ensure manufacturing operations meet performance expectations through lean manufacturing techniques and industry best practices.
Adaptation for Innovation: Transform plant practices to accommodate the needs of new products and emerging technologies.
Strategic Alignment: Work closely with financial and management teams to execute strategies that support profit and loss goals.
Compliance: Ensure strict compliance with safety, financial, and environmental policies.
Additional Duties: Perform any other duties as assigned.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
Bachelor's degree, technical field preferred.
5 years' experience in manufacturing environment.
2 years' supervisory experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in a professional environment.
Proficiency in basic computer skills, including Windows, Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Experience with ERP systems; SAP system experience is preferred.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Fundamental knowledge of lean manufacturing practices, with a proven record of execution.
Understanding of supply chain management, including international sourcing.
Financial modeling abilities to assess and compare the cost and value of manufacturing options.
What Will Put You Ahead
Experience working within Printed Circuit Board manufacturing
Experience with SMT machinery and operations
In order to comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations, this position requires applicants to either provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status or be eligible to receive an export authorization (a license) under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations.
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Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability,... For full info follow application link.
