Manage, direct, and lead the hourly employees to meet the specific goals established for their area that corresponds to the overall company objectives. The goals will be achieved by focusing on process, quality, costs and safety metrics. Supervise and coordinate the work for manufacturing department while focusing in on continuous improvement. * Safety * Quality * Delivery, Cost, Resource Management * Planning, Organizing, Scheduling * Employee Relations * Productivity and Quality * Communication * People * Perform other related duties as assigned. Job Requirements * BS degree preferred or equivalent experience. * Minimum 8 years experience in a manufacturing environment. * Minimum 2 years experience in a manufacturing project management and process improvement role, or 5 years experience in a leadership role with responsibility of a team of 10 employees or more, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. * Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA and Environmental regulations and employment laws. * Experience leading in a "change environment". * Applied knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPS, or other continuous improvement methodologies in a manufacturing environment. * Ensure employees have the proper training, skills, and tools to work safety. * Create and sustain a safe work environment. * Maintain compliance with industrial workplace safety and health regulations. * Identify improvement opportunities for safety, and either lead or recommend corrective action. * Manage the employee safety program on an ongoing basis. * Ensure employees have the proper training, skills, and tools to perform work which follows the documented Powell Quality System Procedures. * Prepare workforce for ongoing Quality System Audits. * Implement process improvements designed to improve quality system metrics, with assistance from Manufacturing Engineering. * In cooperation with production control, manage assets and people effectively to achieve established delivery objectives. * Meet or exceed financial objectives such as overtime allowance and variable department expenses. * Effectively manage employee payroll system for each department. * Ensure Powell fixed assets, such as building and equipment, are properly utilized and maintained. * Develop and deliver effective communications with direct reports, teams, other functions, departments, and other internal and external contacts, as required. * Lead and conduct effective meetings. * Administer Powell policy and procedures consistently. * Maintain accurate training records. * Develop individuals and work teams such that they can operate effectively with minimal supervision. * Create an environment where employees can grow and develop into greater levels of contribution. * Develop and administer performance evaluations. * Effectively manage performance. * Act as a change agent; Lead and influence employees at all levels in and through the change process. * Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. * Strong time management skills. * Strong analytical skills. * Ability to solve problems in a fast-paced environment. * Good oral and written communication skills. * Good organization skills * Must be responsible and dependable. * Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to work effectively in a matrix environment, collaborating with peers and associates. * Demonstrated ability to effectively work in teams and manage team activities. * Must have demonstrated excellent leadership skills. * Attend in house and outside training sessions. * Attend local professional associations. * Learn policies and procedures, work instruction, ISO policies, Safety Rules and Regulations, and vendor products. In our 75+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated, and assembled to customer specifications! Powell’s culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted. Powell offers comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, 401k savings, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, company-sponsored wellness programs, and a collaborative work environment. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disability If you need an accommodation in the hiring process, you may contact 713.378.2685. Application status inquiries will not be accepted in this manner.