Manufacturing Area Manager

Kestrel Yard

About the Role

This is a hands-on, continuous improvement-oriented, fast-paced role in a world-class manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and leading front-line operational teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Leading diverse teams to drive performance through teamwork, empowerment, and leadership in a union environment.
• Ensuring the safety of yourself and others on the production floor is compliant with all company policies.
• Upholding quality standards for all products.
• Problem-solving both personnel and process-related issues.
• Detecting systematic issues through visual or oral methods from machines or equipment and discussing operations with maintenance workers to diagnose problems or repair machines.
• Utilizing data analysis and other lean manufacturing methods for process improvement to enhance product/process efficiency.
• Providing ongoing training, coaching, discipline, and development to employees.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Engineering or Science background preferred.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Ability to walk up and down elevated catwalks and stairs, stand for long periods, and work in all environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures.
• Ability to leverage data and insights to provide effective solutions to complex problems.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities in previous work experience and/or extracurricular activities.
• Self-motivated to drive results and deliver above and beyond expectations.
• Ability to collaborate, be an active listener, seek diverse opinions and input, and foster an inclusive environment.
• Embraces ambiguity and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to effectively manage several projects and teams at once, while being agile in the face of setbacks and change.
• Note: The Company generally does not offer practical training positions for F-1 visa holders nor sponsor individuals for temporary work visas or permanent residency. Individuals requiring sponsorship will be removed from the selection process.

Qualifications

• Current university student or recent university graduate – Bachelor’s Degree with a GPA of 2.8 or greater.

Compensation

• $85,500 per year