Operations/Plant Management

at  Fluke

ABOUT THE JOB:

Are you a leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Driven to find ways to make processes better or more efficient? Fluke is looking for a Production Manager to lead a key factory in Everett, WA. Join an amazing team and run the day to day operations of a manufacturing factory that delivers world class quality products.

QUALIFICATIONS YOU WILL NEED (REQUIRED):

• 3-5 years of professional experience in an operations or leadership role
• Demonstrated positive results with Lean / Kaizen / continuous improvement skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and out of the box thinking.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES:

• Bachelors degree in a related field (such as supply chain, engineering, business, etc.)
• 1-4 years of management experience.
• Proven track record of working with cross functional teams
• Inventory and Supply Chain Management
• Experience with Oracle and Power BI
• Exceptional communication (verbal and written) for varying levels of leadership.

• You will lead a team that builds products. Your job is to have your team do this safely, with great quality, on time for the customer, while improving your factories productivity and inventory.
• Lead and direct factory team members of approx. 25 people including operators, material handlers, and team leads, across 2 shifts.
• S: Ensure compliance with safety regulations and perform any required safety reporting.
• S: Uphold 5S standards and lead 5S projects.
• Q: Address any quality-related issues with engineering and technicians promptly.
• Q: Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to keep machinery functional.
• Q: Implement quality control measures to maintain product standards.
• D: Lead the team to meet the build plan daily.
• I: Oversee cell replenishment, and cell bin sizing with the material handlers.
• I: Manage inventory signaling, material put away, kanban execution, identify potential shortages and other items owned by material handlers.
• P: Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as engineering, procurement, and logistics to optimize production.
• P: Monitor workflow efficiency, identify bottlenecks, and implement process improvements.
• P: Troubleshoot production challenges and resolve operational issues.
• T: Manage resources effectively, including materials, equipment, and personnel.
• T: Responsible for cross-training management and the training process.
• T: Manage temporary staffing, open roles, and work with the temp agency.
• FBS: Continuously seek areas for improvement and to lead kaizens.