Production Manager

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Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join the Timken team to write your own unique story and help drive what's next.
A career at Timken means you can have an immediate impact doing Work That Matters to the world— improving the efficiency of today's industrial equipment and preparing for the future of motion on our planet and beyond. New employees can start contributing right away, and there are many opportunities to advance your career at your own pace. Join our global team of 19,000 people in 45 countries, and start helping our customers push the limits of what's possible in their world of motion.
Rollon by Timken is seeking an experienced Production Manager for our growing Norton Shores, MI facility. Our ideal candidate will have hands-on experience operating manufacturing machinery and equipment (CNC, Mills, Lathes, etc.), and have a deep understanding of manufacturing safety and quality processes. This position will report directly to the Operations Manager, Americas and be responsible for Employees on 1st and 2nd shift.
Key Functions of role:
Ensure our production floor is a safe, clean, and organized work environment at all times
Drive EH&S initiatives
Ensure quality control processes are adhered to
Manage the day-to-day manufacturing flows in partnership with each department Lead
Troubleshoot and resolve production related challenges that arise
Ensure standard operating procedures are followed
Monitor KPIs and make data-based business decisions to support the successful operation
Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and teamwork
Develop our Production floor talent through training and mentoring channels available
Participate in the selection of new production hires
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelors Degree or equivalent
7+ years experience leading production operations, including managing and leading others
Technical background (Mechanical Engineering preferred)
5S and Lean experience (ISO a plus!)
OSHA experience
Abillity to travel both domestically and internationally as required (~10% or less expected)
Compensation & Benefits:
We offer a competitive compensation package that includes health, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability, legal services, accident insurance, pet insurance, idenitty theft protection, 401(k) with a generous company match, paid time off (vacation, sick, paternity/maternity,10 paid holidays), tuition reimbursement.
*All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which includes degree verification, criminal records check, drug testing and prior employment confirmation*
All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.
The Timken Company, a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion, designs a growing portfolio of next-generation products for diverse industries. For 125 years, Timken has used its specialized expertise to innovate and create customer-centric solutions that increase reliability and efficiency. The company posted $4.8 billion in sales in 2023 and employs more than 19,000 people globally, operating from 45 countries. Timken is one of the World's Most Innovative Companies, according to Fast Company, and has been recognized among America's Most Responsible Companies and America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity by Newsweek, the World's Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere and America's Most Innovative Companies by Fortune.
Why Choose Timken?
Over a century of knowledge and innovation
A culture of top performance
A global, diverse environment
Products that contribute to a sustainable world
A conviction to improve communities around us
Competitive salary and benefits