Production Manager

Job Title:
Production Manager

Location:
Santiago, DR

Schedule:
8:00 am - 5:30 pm Mon - Thu/ 4:30 pm Fri

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OR PURPOSE OF JOB:
The primary responsibilities of the
Production Manager
are to plan, organize and direct the activities of a manufacturing operating location. Responsible for production, quality, inventory control, production schedules, staffing, human relations and meeting the productivity and cost goals set by management for a whole process/product or plant. Establish control-related standards and procedures. Provides help and assist in all the activities related to the department.

RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manages all plant resources, people, Materials and machinery.
• Comply with all quality standards established by the company
• Comply with all company certification programs (EOA, etc.)
• Comply with the budget established by the company (OTP), in terms of headcount/amount of pairs
• Control the WIP of the plant
• Create a daily production report that tracks production per hour

*The following are an explicit part of the incumbent's responsibilities and essential functions:*

• Participate in decisions related to the selection, promotion, transfer, pay and discipline of assigned personnel.
• Clearly communicate job duties and responsibilities to enable individuals to proceed with certainty in the performance of their positions.
• Monitor the work performance of assigned personnel on a continual basis; conduct effective performance reviews; take corrective action whenever necessary and, where necessary, work with HR Generalists to establish performance improvement plans.
• Support the development of assigned personnel's skills and abilities and demonstrate by personal example the desired standards of conduct (Jostens values) and work performance.
• Identify and resolve skill gaps and succession issues.
• Administer Company policies with regard to discipline, absenteeism, etc., in a fair and equitable manner, and fully document all incidents and actions taken.
• Involve assigned HR Generalist on compliance issues such as pay equity, equal opportunity in hiring and promotions, and proper procedures for hiring, terminations, lay-offs, etc.

Job Requirements:

• Computer literacy and working-level skill with the basic MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Explorer)
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well both individually and in a team.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in industrial Eng.
• • 5 years of experience in similar position
• Bilingual English/Spanish (intermediate)
• Strong leadership and management skills

Preferred:

• Master's degree in productivity
• CPIM knowledge

About Jostens:
Celebrating 125 years of business, Jostens has been a part of local communities, working with K-12 schools, colleges and universities, teams, and affiliation groups. Representatives from Jostens touch thousands of schools and groups every day, working to make a difference with products and services that recognize accomplishments and help people tell their stories. These products, along with resources for educators, yearbook curriculum and services to help motivate and inspire like Jostens Renaissance and Commitment to Graduate (C2G) are all designed to contribute to a positive and rewarding school experience. As a household name and leading brand in our market, we are passionate about being the most trusted partner in celebrating moments that matter. We are a mid-size company with a small company feel, allowing us to move fast and explore innovative ideas.

Jostens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.