ALMACO in Nevada, IA is now recruiting for a Production Manager role. This role will manage people and processes in the Parts Fabrication department, which includes Welding, Fabricating, Machine Shop, and Material Prep areas. This position leads and manages at a high level while staying accountable for the work that needs to be done, focusing on people, processes, and products. They champion safety, quality, and client-focused efforts. They coordinate and prioritize all production activities to ensure a smooth and efficient workflow through manufacturing processes. They work with Engineering and Quality Assurance to know, understand, and convey all product quality standards, ensuring quality is built into ALMACO products during manufacturing. This is a full-time, exempt position. You will work fully on-site at our headquarters in Nevada, Iowa. Why this job is a great fit for you:
- You have experience in both high-volume industrial manufacturing and low-volume/custom manufacturing that involves metal fabrication.
- You are skilled in developing and coaching employees and have experience with managing and scheduling manufacturing resources.
- You enjoy building processes and navigating through times of change and business development.
This Position's Focus:
- Provide leadership to 30-40 skilled employees who are building metal parts and assemblies for agricultural and industrial equipment.
- Organize and manage the production plan, including staffing, procurement of components, inventory, and related systems to ensure on-time delivery and internal client delight.
- Builds systems and processes to ensure that manufacturing projects are completed on time to meet client shipping expectations.
- Collaborates with Sales, Service, Purchasing, Quality, and Engineering to create solutions for clients and maintain expectations for timelines and goals.
- Builds processes to improve the flow of manufactured parts through the area in partnership with other Production Managers.
- Builds resilient and skilled teams through coaching, staffing decisions, and leading by example.
- Collaborates across all departments to build culture and make improvements in the organization.
- Tracks and audits manufacturing hours for reporting, performance measurement, and product costing, and develops and tracks metrics and KPIs to drive data-based decisions and improve productivity.
- Champions safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives throughout the organization.
- Contributes to tactical and strategic plans for organizational growth and improvement, including long-range planning with the Executive Leadership Team.
What we are looking for in this position:
- Five years of closely related and successful supervision or leadership in equipment manufacturing are required.
- Understanding of machining, material prep, welding, and other manufacturing processes is required.
- The ability to create an inclusive workplace that helps others grow, encourages teamwork, and handles conflict constructively.
- The ability to drive results using technical know-how, problem-solving, and risk assessment.
- The ability to respectfully communicate within the organization and to external clients, vendors, and partners, in small and large groups.
- A Driver's License is required.
Our Company: ALMACO is the global leader in cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions across the agricultural and construction industries. We design and manufacture custom equipment for the seed research industry, and we also provide contract manufacturing and engineering for companies looking for innovation and quality. ALMACO is a family-owned business located in Nevada, IA, which is about 10 miles from Ames, IA, and about 30 miles away from Des Moines, IA. We employ about 200 talented professionals. Benefits include:
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Health Insurance (with a $0 premium option!)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Employer-Paid Disability Insurance
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Supplemental insurance including Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Accounts
- Legal/Financial Consultation
- Employee Assistance Program
National Career Readiness Certificate is welcome. ALMACO is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation,) national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. A post-offer pre-employment drug screen and background check are required. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)