Metals Section Manager - Internal Posting

Expertise and Functions
Provide support to Program/Project Manager, Contracting, or mid-level Engineering personnel in the areas of program scheduling, configuration management, finance and accounting, contracting, data analyses, database development or manipulation, preparation of technical/program reports or briefings, test plans and reports, and associated documentation, test or validation/verification assistance
Plan/oversee test or project events as assigned by Program Manager or Engineering supervisor, reports status and results
Demonstrate some creativity in problem solving and/or creating new ideas.
Utilize effective communication with employees and management
Manage workflow in production area meeting production thru-put, quality and waste guidelines
Trackproduction thru-put, temperature, humidity of clean room production areas and storage areas
Practice in FIFO inventory plans when using materials
Audit work orders to verify actual production steps match work order and the materials listed match what is being used
Track and improve scrap and waste issues
Ensure policies and procedures are followed with employees and the product meets all Quality, Safety and customer requirements
Audit and ensure all material logs are maintained and SDS sheets are current and available on all materials in the shop
Coordinate and work with Project Managers to ensure timelines are met and products are delivered on schedule
Ensure that travelers are all properly followed and filled out and that timesheets are accurately filled out daily
Complete and document training and employee evaluations
Move raw materials and finished goods and stage for continuous workflow
Ensure materials are on hand that will be needed to complete the work
Ensure that the areas are kept clean and tidy, following the cleaning schedules required for each area
Work on ways to reduce waste and improve process flow, try to understand and resolve production issues
Report any non-conformances to quality
Arrive every day ready to work in a safe working environment, with a positive safety attitude and execution
Operate with a minimum of supervision within established systems and procedures
Analyze and interpret inventory information and data, to determine current production status such as raw materials on hand, parts on order, parts in process, past usage, lead time required, etc.
Print drawings and create job packets for use by production
Ensure job packets are handled and released to the floor per standard and policy
Schedule work cells, ensuring orders are handled in accordance with our processes
Expedite shop jobs by working with receiving, shipping, engineering, and production
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
Other duties as assigned
Managerial Duties
Execute personnel-related activities to include:
Create realistic and accurate job descriptions
Direct employee workload to ensure productivity and performance against job description
Engage to manage positive employee relations and workplace atmosphere; work to resolve any personnel issues
Conduct ongoing feedback – both informal and semiannual feedback, counseling if necessary
Advise management as to which employees deserve recognition including but not limited to raises, promotions and awards
Manage accuracy of employee timecards
Ensure employees receive and perform any required training for position and company needs
Guide employees to ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies/processes
Serve as link between upper management and employees; disseminate company information as appropriate – goals/changes/updates/news
Coordinate with Director and/or VP on corporate matters
Other managerial duties as assigned
Requirements
Education/Training:
Associates's Degree in management or technicial/scientific discipline preferred
Working knowledge of machine preventative maintenance planning and leading TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) teams preferred
Experience:
Proven experience leading Corrective Action Teams
Proven track record in mentoring employees and successful change management
Current KIHOMAC employees are encouraged to apply
Security:
Must be a US citizen
Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of standing and walking, able to bend, stretch, work with hands, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery
Must be able to visually inspect machines
Must be able to wear required safety equipment such as gloves, safety glasses, and respirator as needed
Must be able to regularly lift and carry up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources

Work arrangement
No