Job Description
Company Overview:
IRISS Inc., a global leader in Safety & Reliability for critical asset monitoring, inspection, and management, specializing in the design, manufacturing, and sales of electrical and mechanical reliability solutions across multiple industries.
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IRISS Inc - Leader in Electrical Maintenance Safety Solutions
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Job Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manufacturing Manager to support our manufacturing operations and supply chain management. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in operations management, with a focus on optimizing production processes, enhancing efficiency, and maintaining the highest quality standards.
Responsibilities:
- Manufacturing Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive manufacturing strategy to align with the company's goals and objectives, ensuring efficient production processes and cost-effective operations.
- Production Management: Oversee all aspects of production, including planning, scheduling, and monitoring production activities to meet product demand and maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure strict adherence to quality control measures, conducting regular inspections and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and safety standards.
- Supply Chain Optimization: Collaborate with the supply chain team to manage vendor relationships, monitor raw material procurement, and ensure a streamlined supply chain to support production requirements.
- Operational Efficiency: Identify opportunities to optimize operational processes, reduce waste, and increase productivity, implementing best practices and lean manufacturing principles.
- Health and Safety Compliance: Uphold the highest health and safety standards throughout the manufacturing facility, ensuring a safe work environment for all employees and compliance with relevant regulations.
- Team Leadership: Provide strong leadership to the manufacturing and production teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Budget Management: Develop and manage the operations budget, monitoring expenses, and identifying cost-saving measures to achieve financial targets.
- Performance Metrics: Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure operational efficiency, identify areas for improvement, and report performance to the executive team.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including R&D, engineering, sales, and customer service, to align production with customer demand and ensure seamless operations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
- Proven experience (at least 8-10 years) in operations management within the manufacturing industry, preferably in electrical safety equipment or a related field.
- Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in sheet metal fabrication and equipment.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain management, and quality control principles.
- Demonstrated leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams to achieve company goals.
- Experience implementing lean manufacturing methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of driving operational efficiency and cost optimization.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to manufacturing operations.
- Proven ability to make data-driven decisions and meet challenging deadlines in a fast-paced environment.