Senior Manufacturing Manager - Cortland, New York

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The role of the Senior Manufacturing Manager will be to oversee Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Environmental and Safety processes, prioritizing continuous improvement and plant profitability, and ensure manufacturing and related performance, metrics and objectives are met and adhere to approved budgets. Confer and collaborate with senior management, Sales Team(s), engineers, team members, customers, and suppliers to ensure company and site strategic and operating plans are achieved.

A few Essential Functions and Responsibilities (see full job description):

1. Effectively oversee manufacturing and plant operations, and monitor/evaluate performance, by:
   1. Successfully executing and managing strategic plans to ensure the facility's operating goals and objectives are met.
   2. Consistently meeting production goals in a timely and cost-effective manner utilizing standard operation and work procedures, and by providing guidance and direction related to equipment layouts, material flow, and resource planning and management.
   3. Assisting with the development and execution of the Plant Operations financial plan in cooperation with the Operations Manager.
   4. Managing plant operations through fiscally responsible actions, continuously exploring ways to minimize expenses and optimize profits.
   5. Assisting with identifying opportunities to expand or adjust plant operations and activities to take advantage of changes in the market/industry.
   6. Maintaining the plant's utilities contracts to ensure adequate supply and cost controls.
   7. Identifying, evaluating and directing the implementation lean continuous improvement actions in all manufacturing areas.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional departments (Engineering, Sales, Supply Chain, etc.) to make sure production activities and projects align with customer expectations and projected costs.
3. Lead and/or participate in special projects and assignments related to continuous improvement methods, new technology and innovation explorations, and sales and market growth opportunities.

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Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Operations Management or Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Materials Science), plus seven (7) years of related operations management experience in a manufacturing environment, high-performance ceramic manufacturing, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience in lean manufacturing methodologies, project management and product development, highly desirable.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Manufacturing Operations. Knowledge of and ability to successfully apply business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources in a manufacturing environment.

Leadership Skills. Self-starter and forward-thinking with demonstrated history and passion for leading manufacturing teams with appropriate leadership style by building relationships alternating from executive level environments to frontline team members, customer and suppliers, and leading from a continuous improvement mentality and maintaining an elevated focus on serving internal and strategic external customers. Ability to create a culture of tolerance, acceptance, and civility by setting an example to staff members. Ability to coach and motivate staff in planning, strategic product management, decision-making, teamwork, and process improvement. Ability to effectively manage team projects to completion according to schedule. Ability to provide regular performance feedback and to write annual performance reviews. Ability to foster attitudes, conditions and environments that guide teams toward excellence and a respectful, positive, transparent, and collaborative environment. Ability to develop staff skills and encourage growth, and to foster quality focus including improving product development processes and procedures.

Core Business Skills. Strong business acumen with demonstrated ability to lead ongoing positive operational changes. Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion in handling of proprietary and confidential information. Displays willingness to make decisions and work independently, without significant direction and to use resources effectively to "figure it out". Strong critical thinking skills, judgment and keen attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work collaboratively within a matrix environment. Exceptional prioritization, time management and organizational skills. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Highly organized, detail oriented and self-disciplined.

Travel. Ability to travel approximately 15%, both domestically and globally, to support business needs. Valid driver's license and passport, or ability to obtain. Ability to maintain motor vehicle driving record in good standing, as defined by Pyrotek's driving record requirements.

Physical/Sensory Requirements

The following physical activities described here are representative of those required by a team member to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation, if feasible, will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of position.

Must be able to sit for long periods-of-time, bend and reach, use stairs, lift up to 25 pounds occasionally, and communicate effectively in English by telephone, in person and in writing. Effectively use a personal computer, office equipment and telephone.

Working Environment

While performing the essential responsibilities of this position, team member will work in both an office and manufacturing environment. While in manufacturing areas, team member may also be exposed to moderate background noise, moderate amounts of airborne graphite dust, presence of natural and artificial light, exposure to work temperatures from ambient to controlled, hard surfaces for standing and walking. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as approved footwear, safety glasses/goggles, respirators, etc., may be required.

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The minimum and maximum salary range for this full-time position is $140,000 - $175,000 + benefits. Relocation benefits may be available, if deemed applicable based on candidate location.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including but not limited tojob-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training. Please note that the compensation details listed in this posted role reflect the base salary only and do not include bonus or benefits.

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$140000 - $175000 / annual

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