Production Manager - Clarios

What you will do

Under general direction and in conformance with Divisional policies, procedures and objectives, plans and controls the production and warehousing activities and the inventory investment of a branch plant. Plans, develops necessary procedures and directs the activities for which responsible. Provides analysis, counsel, advice and recommendations where appropriate to assist plant in achieving goals and objectives. Responsible to Division Manager, Production Control for compliance with Division policies and procedures.

How you will do it

· Analyzes customer orders and sales forecasts to prepare plant production and inventory plans.

· Reviews actual plant performance against sales and production plans. Recommends corrective action(s) to bring results in line with plans or recommends change in production and inventory plans to recognize differences between actual and forecasts.

· Directs and monitors production control activities to assure that balanced inventories are maintained and that production and purchase releases are scheduled to meet production and inventory investment objectives.

· May be responsible for directing purchasing activity for expense items. Maintains contact with all vendors of material and components to insure uninterrupted supply. Resolves discrepancies concerning items that fail to meet in-coming quality standards.

· JCMS Principle Champion for Material Control

· Prepares capacity planning analyses. Recommends purchase of additional capacity where necessary.

· Assists in the development and maintaining the integrity of computerized production/inventory control systems. Supervises the operation of such systems. Insures data integrity by developing systematic cycle counting to maintain accuracy.

· Directs warehousing activities and insures adherence to governmental safety and health regulations and personnel policies, procedures and collective bargaining agreements.

· Performs special assignments and analyses as directed by Plant Manager or Division Manager, Production Control.

What we look for

· Bachelor's degree – Supply Chain, Engineering, Business preferred

· 5+ years of experience within manufacturing environment

· 5+ years of experience in leadership or management role

· Previous Lead Acid battery experience is helpful but not required.

· Excellent organization and communication skills (speak/read/write)

· Ability to understand ERP, MRP system. The use of an ERP system and variety of a PC based tools are used daily and require highly developed query, report writing, problem solving and data manipulation skills. Advanced level of Microsoft Excel knowledge

· Strong interpersonal skills with experience working in a multicultural environment preferred.

What you get:

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
• Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
• Parental and caregiver leave programs
• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits
• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership
• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility

Who we are:
Clarios is the creator behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands. We are the car battery found in most new vehicles including leading brands such as Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. Our 16,000 employees develop, manufacture, and distribute batteries for virtually every type of vehicle. We recover, recycle, and reuse up to 99% of our battery materials, leading sustainability practices in our industry. Clarios, formerly Johnson Controls Battery Group, is currently a Brookfield portfolio company. Learn more about us at www.clarios.com.

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, gender, ethnicity, and all other characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.

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