Department Manager

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Position Summary:  The Department Manager is responsible for managing the overall manufacturing process from component to finished assembly for their assigned Dept (s). This position provides leadership and direction to operations leaders and associates in a multi-zoned, multi-shift department to meet customer demand. The position drives strategies for improvement in the areas of safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and cost through extensive continuous improvement manufacturing process knowledge. Success in this role is achieved through effective leadership of supervisors, team leaders, production support, and frontline associates, while fostering a positive, team-oriented culture.

Essential Job Duties: 

Production & Operations Management

• Responsible for overall flow of the manufacturing process from component to complete chain/auger for product lines and identify and address key concerns that may alter or impact production schedule(s).
• Develop, implement, and execute advanced equipment and manning capacity models to ensure demand swings are met.
• Planning function to meet production and demand plans.

Performance & Continuous Improvement

• Responsible for the development, planning and execution against KPIs (safety, quality, cost, delivery, productivity, and morale), as well as Takt production plan, and annual cost center budget.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings through lean practices. Demonstrate the responsibilities of a lean leader and drive a lean culture in the facility. Ensure associates are engaged and are participating in continuous improvement efforts.
• Identify training and needs and create a training strategy to meet customer expectations.

Safety & Compliance

• Drive safety initiatives and strategy for area of responsibility and implement improvement plans. Ensure ongoing operator safety and a safe work environment by promptly addressing safety hazards, minimizing workplace accidents, and proactively involving associates in the continuous improvement of safety.
• Responsible for keeping your lines running within Timken standards, for any/all audits, and within OSHA standards.
• Ensure compliance with and communication of company policies and procedures.

Leadership & Communication

• Demonstrate Timken's core values and lead by example.
• Communicate regularly with direct and indirect reports regarding customer production requirements and key issues affecting delivery.
• Facilitate the Talent Management Process to create high-performing teams and a pipeline of ready leadership. Lead goal setting, coaching, counseling, mentoring, and career development processes with associates.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 6 years of experience in a manufacturing leadership role, or an associate degree with at least 10 years of relevant experience.
• Proven leadership experience in manufacturing environments involving fabrication, assembly, stamping or other heavy industrial processes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage multi-shift, multi-zone teams.
• Experience mentoring and developing frontline supervisors.
• Strong background in continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives.

Preferred:

• Certification in Lean Six Sigma or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in SAP ERP systems.
• Experience in high-volume or complex manufacturing environments.

The yearly compensation for this role is $105,900 - $129,255, is commensurate on experience and education, and could pay more or less than the posted range. This full-time position is eligible to participate in the company’s short-term incentive program, paid time off plan that includes 10 additional company-paid holidays, 401k and/or Roth 401(k) with company match after one (1) month of employment plus quarterly Core Defined Contributions, and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.  Qualified candidates can apply for this position by clicking on the link located in the job posting at www.careers.timken.com.   

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.