Molding & Assembly Manager

Our client is an internationally recognized leader in precision metal stamping, injection molding, value-added assembly solutions and tooling. They are seeking a Molding & Assembly Manager to join their team in East Hanover, NJ where they are pushing the boundaries of manufacturing technology.
 

The Molding and Assembly Manager who will oversee and be responsible for the entire Molding and Assembly operation. This person will supervise, coordinate, coaching/training and providing leadership to the assigned staff. We are looking for someone to be a solid Leader within the Operations Team that focuses on producing parts that meet all Customer specifications at or below standard cost and in a clean and safe environment which supports the Company's mission statement and vision.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and direct priorities for Molding, Assembly, Tool Maintenance, Automation, Auxiliary Equipment, Machine Maintenance and Labor. Responsible for shift-to-shift communication to ensure all Customer requirements and departmental goals are met. Lead all departmental meetings.
• Set up and implement a plan to recruit, develop and evaluate direct reports and support staff that promotes a continuous improvement and “zero defect” philosophy. By continually working to develop and grow staff that will strengthen the Company's competitiveness and long-term stability and allow the department to keep pace as Company sales increase.
• Review all departmental documentation and create new or make recommendations for improvements. Coach/train personnel on all new or updated processes and procedures.
• Coordinate with Planning and Customer Service personnel to ensure all internal and external Customer requirements are met.
• Monitor and control overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), labor hours, finished/WIP part inventory levels and operating supplies to make sure all are meeting standards. Approval of departmental purchase requisitions.
• Disposition of all departmental DPD’s and DPA’s. Participate on the team or be a leader of all departmental 8D’s.
• Participate as a member of the New Program Development/Quoting and APQP Teams.
• Participate in the development of departmental annual budget and be responsible for meeting corporate financial goals.
• Participate in ISO and IATF certification and Customer internal and external audits.

• BS degree in an Engineering or Plastics related discipline.
• 5 years minimum experience in a medium/high volume Molding & Assembly manufacturing environment.
• Must possess good supervision, leadership, and coaching/training skills.
• Must possess good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must be a driven self-starter that works with little supervision.
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess the ability to multi-task and set priorities.
• Must be a Team player and have the ability to interact effectively with all departments.
• Must have good PC skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, etc.). and ERP System skills.
• ISO and IATF knowledge preferred.