DC-Jacksonville

The Production Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating work activities and resources needed to manufacture products, while meeting continuous improvement objectives in accordance with cost, quality, quantity, and safety goals and specifications.

Major Activities

Production Management

Reviews daily plan, forecast and production orders concerning inventory and staffing requirements; work procedures and duty assignments; to successfully meet time-line and budget goalsDirects and/or coordinates production activities while driving safety, quality and efficiency to meet facility objectivesPrepares and maintains production reportsDevelops budgets and approves expenditures for supplies, materials, or human resources, ensuring that materials, labor, and/or equipment are used efficiently to meet productionInitiates inventory and cost control programsCoordinates and recommends procedures for facility or equipment maintenance or modification, including the replacement of machines

Leadership

Trains, develops, and evaluates production supervisorsSupport other leaders in strategic objectives; drive SQETResolves employee relations issuesLeads and promotes positive Team Member engagementImplements and monitors plans in support of Team Member development in QMPManages Team Member performance/developmentProvides administrative support for Supervisory staffDrives continuous improvement/teams and is a change leader for new projects, processes, standards, and procedures

Quality

Develops or implements production tracking or quality control systems, analyzing production, quality control, maintenance, and other operation reports to detect production issues/problemsReviews operations and confers with technical and administrative staff to resolve production issues/problemsEnsures all equipment is functioning at optimal levels.  Coordinates and recommends procedures for facility or equipment maintenance or modification, including the replacement of machinesCreate professional presentations to include detailed product introduction timeline and raw material delivery schedules; provide weekly progress reports

Safety & Organization

Demonstrates leadership to maintain a clean plant, promoting safe and efficient operationFollows and proactively drives all safety requirements; communicating and/or addressing safety concerns in a timely mannerWears appropriate safety equipment at all times

Minimum Education

Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience in lieu of degree

Minimum Type of experience the job requires

Minimum 3 years in progressive leadership roles preferably within a manufacturing environment.

Other

Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently; convey and receive informationKnowledge of products, production processes, quality control, strategic planning, costs and efficiency; resulting in maximum effectiveness of manufacturing processDetail-oriented and accurateKeen sense of urgencyStrong verbal communication and interpersonal skills including coaching, collaborating, and providing constructive feedbackAbility to critically analyze problems and develop effective solutionsExcellent time management, organizational and prioritization skills

Preferred Education

Bachelors Degree in Industrial Engineering or related field preferred

Preferred Special Certifications or technical skills

2 years’ Lean Manufacturing; Six Sigma

Physical Requirements

Occasionally walk and stand; frequently sitFrequently bend from waist and twistOccasionally lift and carry up to 30lbs/13.6kgs above shoulders and reach overheadOccasionally push/pull total body and reach horizontallyFeel with the touch of the fingersConstantly grasp, carry, and push with both handsConstantly move arms, hands and fingers to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objectsReview physical requirements matrix for all requirements

Work Environment

High noise levels and moving machineryWork environment is not climate-controlled and subject to dust, high/low temperaturesAbility to work safely within a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

At The Michaels Companies Inc, our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity. As the leading creative destination in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise, and MakerPlace by Michaels, a dedicated handmade goods marketplace. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com

At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit mikbenefits.com.

Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all Makers to create, innovate and be better together.

Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).

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