Production Manager

at  Carrier

REQUIREMENTS

• Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Industrial and Systems Engineer Related Career Master’s degree in Manufacturing or related field is desirable
• 10-15 years in Manufacturing or Production areas.
• +5 years in management position
• Advanced English
• Intermediate or advanced knowledge of manufacturing systems and problem solving
• Principles of Lean Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering.
• Analytical and planning skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Microsoft Office advanced Excel skills
• Responsible leadership in resource management, focused on meeting tactical and strategic objectives.
• HVAC or metal mechanics manufacturing processes.
• Manufacturing processes with +600 employees.
• Problem solving methodology: PDCA, A3, 8D’s, 5S, DOE,
• Use of Lean Manufacturing tools: Standard Work, 8 Wastes, VSM, etc.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Efficiently plans, organizes and coordinates the manufacturing of products manufactured at Carrier. Supervises the correct and efficient use of the operation’s resources such as equipment, personnel and materials. Defines the area’s objectives and operational goals. Supervises the preparation and correct execution of the budget. Through effective leadership, develops the production staff and ensures compliance with the objectives in Safety, Quality, Productivity, Production and Cost.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and manage the Production team.
• Manage human resources (direct labor) efficiently according to the production capacity required to meet demand.
• Develop and execute operational strategies.
• Establish clear and measurable operational goals and objectives aligned with the business strategy.
• Monitor compliance with production plans.
• Monitor the performance of production lines, seek improvement in Safety, Quality and Productivity.
• Be part of the team for solving production problems, is close to direct staff and the process.
• Work as a team with departments such as Maintenance, Planning, Materials, Quality, Safety and Training to meet Production objectives.
• Generate the Production budget and manage its adherence to approved spending.
• Ensure compliance with Carrier Excellence, Quality Management Systems (ISO) and Safety.
• Promote continuous improvement and Kaizen projects through Carrier Excellence Cx tools.
• Maintains optimal levels and impeccability of 5S in the production lines.
• Maintains a constructive relationship with delegates and union leaders focused on an excellent work environment.
• Prepares and controls the department budget.
• Follows up and complies with the department’s KPI metrics.
• Develops operational staff through training and education according to the needs of the area.
• Conducts performance evaluations of team members and gives constructive and appreciative feedback in a timely manner.
• Ensures that development, recognition and rewards are managed fairly and consistently in the area of responsibility.
• Offers new ideas and suggestions for improvement. Identifies and implements new practices and processes that are best practices in the industry.