Job Description

Responsible for the operation of the SFO, shipping & production control department in Norcross, GA which includes fulfilling production demand, cost management, supply chain, logistics, and production scheduling. Consistently lead the operation in a safe and efficient manner. Manage, direct, coordinate and evaluate staff in engineering, quality, materials, manufacturing, and safety.

This role is an on-site position is located in Norcross, GA.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead, promote and improve safety program for operation. Observe and promote facility safety procedures and culture

• Develop and execute production, shipping, and inventory control plans (machine allocation, staff, etc.)

• Using process knowledge and understanding of product-level cost structure, provide lead times for new business opportunities and RFQs.

• Engage in SIOP process to ensure alignment of sales demand with material availability and production capacity.

• Lead execution of capital investment projects and continuous improvement programs; including Gemba, Kaizen and 5S initiatives.

• Responsible for improving product yield, production efficiency and OTD.

• Manage inventory to optimize stocking levels while meeting customer demand.

• Key resource in the specification and implementation of advanced product scheduling and MES software.

Minimal travel and other duties and projects assigned.

Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to lead safety programs and improve culture.
• Results driven initiative-taker with the ability to work in a high performance-manufacturing environment.
• Ability to manage multiple, complex tasks with excellent diligence.
• Ability to motivate, communicate and lead continuous improvement and good manufacturing practices. Demonstrated ability to apply lean manufacturing principles.
• Excellent analytical abilities.
• Demonstrated talent leadership and development skill.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Prominent level of leadership and planning skills
• Good understanding of business principles, practices, and ability to apply them.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in leading manufacturing operations.
• Union experience is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Master’s Degree or MBA is a plus.
• Proven skill and demonstrated application of lean in a manufacturing environment.

General Expectations:

• Demonstrate effective communications (verbal, written) skills
• Proficient with MS Office Word and Excel
• Maintain discretion when working with confidential and proprietary information
• Strict adherence to Company safety policies and procedures
• Exhibit all aspects of Lightera “Standards of Conduct”
• Employees are expected to serve as role models for safe work practices and behaviors. This includes following established health and safety policies and procedures, maintaining a clean, organized work area, wearing, and properly storing all personal protective equipment (PPE), and actively engaging as a safety conscious employee with personal safety and wellness as a priority.

• Observe and promote facility safety procedures and culture