Manufacturing Area Manager

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

SUMMARY:

The Area Manager oversees operations within assigned manufacturing areas, ensuring adherence to established procedures and approved processes. This role is accountable for the safe and efficient production of company products across diverse manufacturing processes. The Area Manager ensures all quality, productivity, and cost objectives are met, while maintaining compliance with safety and operational standards. The position may oversee multiple shifts or departments, delegating responsibilities to Production Supervisors and/or department leads as appropriate. Compared to an Production Supervisor, the Area Manager role encompasses a broader span of control and requires a higher level of expertise in manufacturing operations, process management, and leadership.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for the safe manufacture of products; safety in the areas of responsibility; and maintaining a safe, injury-free work environment. Ensures compliance with legal requirements and company safety policies.
• Ensures that all employees work in a safe manner and that each employee is properly trained in all safety procedures. Ensures that good housekeeping and 6S practices are consistently followed.
• Ensures effective employee relations. Works with Supervisors on employee coaching and development. Resolves employee issues through problem resolution.
• Responsible for adherence to process control procedures, operating instructions, and all quality control instructions.
• Plans, organizes and supervises operations in accordance with production schedules and requirements in the most cost-effective manner. Maintains awareness of policies and procedures and assures compliance by assigned employees.
• Manages performance measures in area of responsibility.
• Ensures that thru-put and target earned hours are attained and budget criteria is met or exceeded.
• Conducts formal performance appraisals and recommends/approves pay increases, transfers, promotions, discipline and terminations in accordance with Company policies and procedures and state and federal laws.
• Responsible for effective interviews and hires of new employees through the Supervisors. Is aware of and manages hiring process with consideration for affirmative action goals and EEO requirements.
• Is responsible for training and developing subordinate supervisory staff to safely and effectively manage assigned production operations.
• Develops, trains, and involves Supervisors and employees in maintaining and improving departmental safety, efficiency, productivity, quality, cooperation and morale.
• Maintains adequate staffing to meet required production schedules.
• Leads the annual budgeting process for areas of responsibility.
• As appropriate, submits Capital Equipment requests with cost qualifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

SPECIAL SKILLS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong Project Management skills
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, able to direct, motivate and hold others accountable to accomplish company objectives.
• Improvement-oriented mindset, shows initiative, generates improvement ideas.
• Determination and assertiveness to accomplish goals and company objectives.
• Highly analytical, detail-oriented mindset. Data-driven decision making.
• Strong reasoning ability and problem-solving skills. Able to mentally process and comprehend complex issues involving multiple variables.
• Strong time management and multi-tasking skills can organize, prioritize, delegate and balance time to meet established deadlines.
• Business acumen.
• Customer Orientation.
• Strategic thinking.
• Ability to mentor and teach others.
• Proficient in PCC Toolbox applications.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Must be computer literate, particularly in spreadsheet, financial, inventory, and production planning and tracking applications.
• Must comply with all applicable safety requirements, policies and procedures, while maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly work environment for self and your area of plant responsibility.
• Must participate in required training, medical monitoring, safety, and health evaluations and programs.
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in all designated areas of facility.
• May be required to complete annual hazardous waste training, handle hazardous waste, complete weekly inspections, or manage areas that generate or handle hazardous waste.
• Perform all physical functions of position which may include standing, stooping, bending, sitting, walking, twisting, kneeling, turning, and/or lifting of materials up to 35 lbs.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in business-related curriculum or engineering curriculum or 5-7 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience and responsibility.
• Must have demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities; easily adapt to changing situations and priorities; and work with personnel at all organizational levels.
• Must have demonstrated abilities to lead people and get results through others, with excellent oral and written communication skills. Presents information in a clear, concise manner.
• Requires that the incumbent be highly organized, self-motivated individual who can work independently, as well as work effectively in a collaborative team environment, and establish effective relationships with all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, execute and deliver results in conformance with action plans.