Manufacturing Manager - The Gund Company

The Gund Company has an immediate opening at our­­­­­ Cedar Lake, IN manufacturing plant for aManufacturing Manager to join our team!

Annual Starting Salary: $88,000+

Plus, Quarterly $$ Bonuses $$

Plant/Work Location: 10501-3 West 133rd Ave.

Cedar Lake, IN 46303

Value Stream/Market: Motors

The Gund Company is a manufacturer and fabricator of engineered material solutions specializing in customized insulation parts. With 12 facilities worldwide, we specialize in custom fabricated parts manufactured according to ISO 9001:2015 certified quality systems. We take a consultative, engineering approach to understanding customer needs and have a reputation for outstanding customer service and quality.

Job Summary

We are looking for a Manufacturing Manager (Value Stream Manager - internally) with exceptional collaborative leadership skills to oversee our Order Fulfillment Process (from quoting through shipping and invoicing) for the Motor market. This position reports to the Plant Manager.

• Responsible for the development and performance of the plant personnel that work in their value stream.
• Responsible for the direction and coordination of all production operations through team leads, production and customer service personnel.
• Manage assembly operations, machining operations, processing, treating, packaging, and shipping.
• Ability to effectively lead and influence people and teams (up to 15 direct reports).
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent math skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Technically competent and able to provide clear direction.
• A bachelor's degree in technical field and four years of experience in management, or any similar combination of education and experience is required.
• Minimum of two years of experience in the manufacturing industry is required.
• Knowledge of Quality Concepts (i.e., SPC, TQM, JIT) and Quality Systems (i.e., ISO 9000, Six Sigma, Zero Defects) is preferred

• A bachelor's degree in technical field and four years of experience in management, or any similar combination of education and experience is required.
• Minimum of two years of experience in the manufacturing industry is required.
• Knowledge of Quality Concepts (i.e., SPC, TQM, JIT) and Quality Systems (i.e., ISO 9000, Six Sigma, Zero Defects) is preferred

Work Environment

• Not climate controlled and subject to outdoor weather conditions.
• Team members are exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting.
• Frequent exposure to fumes/dust particles, may require use of respirators or other types of PPE.
• May come in contact with toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Employees must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive, cost-effective employee benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability
• 401(k) retirement savings program with a 50% employee match (up to 6% of contributions)
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) The Gund Company is 30% employee-owned - Shares are awarded each year based on profitability with no out-of-pocket investment.

Reasonable accommodation for the Manufacturing Manager position may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to the Manufacturing Manager position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required and personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

EEO Statement: It is the policy of The Gund Company to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees for the Manufacturing Manager position without discriminating based on race, gender, age, religion, national origin, veteran status, sexual preference, or disability.

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