Production Manager - Military Veterans

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company's new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com .

It's not just about your career... or your job title...it's about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters...do things that haven't been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

Who will you be working with?

Vapor Stone Rail Systems is a part of WABTEC Corp and has been in Plattsburgh NY since 1998. We offer a wide range of products and services for trains including HVAC units, Doors, Door systems along with an array of aftermarket parts and services.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the leadership team at Vapor Stone Rail Systems, you will be responsible for overseeing a team of Production Supervisors along with a team of assemblers.

• Leadership for all production goals, measures, action plans and events that support the values, mission and business plan of Wabtec; specifically in its goals to deliver key products on-time and to have flexible capacity options that ensure responsiveness to changing market conditions.


• Responsible for the Production Team's performance to goals in the areas of safety, quality, production, continuous improvement, human development and environmental stewardship.


• Personal and team compliance with the Company's safety, environmental and personal growth standards.


• Promote a collaborative environment and effectively communicate to all levels of the organization.


• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute a production plan that supports the organizations business objectives.

Main responsibilities (Other duties may be assigned, per business needs):

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  Safety: Demonstrates awareness of safety requirements in assigned work areas and wears appropriate PPE for assigned work. Creates a culture that places the utmost importance on safety. Recognizes potential safety risks and resolves with corrective actions or escalates appropriately to ensure safety of assigned teams. Drive the culture for a safe work environment and strong implementation of 5S at the sites. Be a key partner with the EHS Leader.


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  Quality: Be a direct partner with the Quality team. As the Production manager you will be responsible for the plant activities to produce finished goods that meet WABTEC quality standards, by achieving and implementing the manufacturing processes, work closely with the Quality, Engineering, Methods, and Projects departments.


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  Production: The Production Manager will be responsible for managing & leading a team of supervisors / employees and implementing strategies to meet production goals to drive business growth. The Production Manager will also define roles and responsibilities for resource allocation, production scheduling and capacity planning alongside the planning department. Responsible for manufacturing KPIs and ensuring manufacturing processes and methods are followed to ensure safety, quality, efficiency, and repeatability. Work closely & collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as supply chain, procurement, planning and quality assurance, to ensure smooth operations. Continuously monitor and improve plant processes to optimize safety, production, efficiency, and quality. Lead daily Gemba meetings with the operations team to ensure communication with other departments for roadblocks identified by manufacturing. Responsible to create and manage the sites operations budget including expenses and headcount. Responsible to drive the identification and implementation of process improvements, capital investments, as well as driving cost savings and operational excellence alongside the manufacturing engineering group. Strong management and focus on SDL and solution driven to help and lead the team to meet the monthly KPI's such as Efficiency, Utilization, OTD and OT.


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  People: Participates in interviewing and candidate selection for open positions. Establishes clear goals and objectives for all assigned employees. Actively develops new skills in team members and manages employee growth. Actively manages assigned employees that are not meeting expectations. Exhibits commitment to stated company values.


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  Environment: Participates in environmentally appropriate workplace maintenance habits, including 5S. Recognizes environmental risks in processes and resolves with corrective actions or escalates to ensure environmental stewardship within the facility.

What do we want to know about you?

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

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  Visionary Leadership - Display passion and optimism; inspire respect and trust; mobilize others to fulfill the vision; provide vision and inspiration to peers.


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  Teamwork - Balance team and individual responsibilities; exhibit objectivity and openness to others' views; give and welcome feedback; contribute to building a positive team spirit; put success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; support everyone's efforts to succeed.


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  Problem Solving - Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully; develop alternative solutions; work well in group problem solving situations; use reason even when dealing with emotional topics.


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  Change Management - Develop workable implementation plans; communicate changes effectively; build commitment and overcome resistance; prepare and support those affected by change; monitor transition and evaluate results.


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  Business Acumen - Understand business implications of decisions; display orientation to profitability; demonstrate knowledge of market and competition; align work with strategic goals.


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  Cost Consciousness - Work within approved budget; develop and implement cost saving measures; contribute to profits and revenue; conserve organizational resources.


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  Diversity - Demonstrate knowledge of EEO policy; show respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educate others on the value of diversity; promote a harassment-free environment; build a diverse workforce.


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  Strategic thinking - Develop strategies to achieve organizational goals.


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  Technical Skills - Assess own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; share expertise with others. Competent to evaluate manufacturing methods relating to mechanical, electromechanical, HVAC and pneumatic devices for the rail industry.


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  Dependability - Follow instructions; respond to management direction; take responsibility for own actions; keep commitments; commit to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; complete tasks on time or notify appropriate person with an alternate plan.


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  Reasoning Ability - Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.


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  Computer Skills - Proficiency in all Microsoft Office Programs.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or relevant field preferred; Equivalent Experience in a manufacturing management field will be considered on a case-by-case basis

EXPERIENCE:

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  Minimum 5 years management experience in a manufacturing environment required.


• Knowledge of manufacturing and production controls and methodology required.


• Previous Transit Railroad Industry experience is preferred.

What will your typical day look like?

• Overseeing a production team of approx. 70 - 100 employees.


• Working closely with Site Director to meet goals and targets.


• Managing a 2-shift operations team.


• Attend management meetings.

What about the physical demands of the job?

• Sitting in an office setting/computer work


• Standing, bending, twisting multiple hours per day


• Ability to lift 40lbs.


• Wearing PPE including but not limited to hearing protection, hard hat, bump cap cut resistant gloves at various times based on current project.


• Safety glasses & steel/composite toe shoes are required for entirety of shift.


• Must successfully pass initial and random drug screenings.


• May require step stools or ladders.


• Walking between 2 work sites daily

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary range starts at 100k. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands, and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at mywabtecbenefits.com .

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

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Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world's toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world's brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles...people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.