Position is located in Hudson, Indiana.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Sets overall plant policies and procedures to ensure effective operations consistent with the MPS values and philosophy.
- Coordinates and directs through managers, all functions of facility operations, including but not limited to Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Materials, and Finance.
- Aligns operational objectives with the overall business objectives to ensure a strategy-focused workforce.
- Manages operating performance through the effective use of the MPS process and structured problem solving.
- Directs and mentors the plant leadership team in the performance of their respective roles.
- Fosters an environment which promotes Midway Products Group goals, encourages continuous improvement, and builds customer relationships.
- Develops, controls, and critically reviews results of operation in reference to planned objectives.
- Accountable for the day-to-day decisions that directly impact the safety, quality, efficiency, and profitability of the overall plant.
- Attracts, selects, develops, trains, coaches, appraises, and motivates managers and other personnel for key staff positions and the facility.
- Develops, controls, and critically reviews results or operation in reference to planned objectives.
- Accountable for the day-to-day decisions that directly impact the safety, quality, efficiency, and profitability of the overall plant.
- Attracts, selects, develops, trains, coaches, appraises, and motivates managers and other personnel for key staff positions and the facility.
- Represents the company in the local community to enhance its image and reputation.
- Treats all team members with respect & dignity.
- Performs other tasks as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in the field of Engineering or Operations preferred.
- Ten years' experience in a related field, preferably with an automotive supplier.
- 3+ years managing direct reports.
- Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communications skills.
- Demonstrated success in effectively and confidently providing "leadership" to employees in a constantly changing environment.
- Must be able to effectively and confidently communicate and coordinate project assignments with employees, customers, and suppliers at all levels of their respective organizations.
- Experience with lean, six sigma, and/or continuous improvement.
- Proficient in MS Office.
SPECIAL SKILLS:
- The ability to administer policies and procedures dictated by corporate resources.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Physical requirements include regularly spending time on the manufacturing plant floor, with prolonged standing, walking and exposure to typical production environments (noise, PPE use and occasional lifting).
Preferred
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Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
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Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
Preferred
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Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
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Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
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