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3rd Shift Manufacturing Group Leader

Landscape FormsKalamazoo, MI
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Manager

Qualifications

Criteria for Success:A 2- or 4-year degree in business, engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience. A minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in a production or manufacturing setting. Proficiency in light assembly, welding, and powder coat processes. Training in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar Continuous Improvement frameworks (Green Belt or Black Belt certification is a valuable asset). Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a talent for mentoring others. Experience in leading diverse teams through periods of change and uncertainty.

About the job

Are you a dynamic leader who excels during the night shift? Join us as a 3rd Shift Manufacturing Group Leader at Landscape Forms, where you'll spearhead a dedicated team in pivotal production areas from Sunday to Wednesday, 8:00 PM – 6:30 AM, with opportunities for overtime on Thursdays. Your mission is to cultivate leadership, enhance operational processes, and ensure a safe, efficient, and pride-driven shift.

Your Contributions:

  • Lead the charge in our CEED (Career Elevation & Employee Development) program and OnTRAC performance system to forge impactful growth pathways for team members.
  • Empower Manufacturing Process Leaders with essential skills to become influential leaders, adept problem solvers, and agents of change.
  • Drive Continuous Improvement by owning and refining operational processes through lean principles and standard work, fostering a Kaizen-driven atmosphere that boosts performance and engages team members.
  • Balance daily production needs with long-term capability development, focusing on safety performance, takt adherence, quality outcomes, and productivity enhancements.
  • Facilitate collaborative meetings with Manufacturing Process Leaders to synchronize goals and actions, while participating in process-area huddles to deliver clear, consistent, and motivating messages to the team.
  • Lead initiatives to improve the precision and effectiveness of production documentation, including BOMs, routings, work instructions, quality criteria, and playbooks.
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing Process Leaders and team members to align manpower with customer demand, maintaining clear communication across leadership.
  • Oversee daily housekeeping, 5S, and equipment maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure a tour-ready production environment.

About Landscape Forms

At Landscape Forms, we are driven by a passion for design and a commitment to sustainability. We create high-quality outdoor furniture and site amenities that enhance spaces and foster community interaction. Our collaborative culture promotes innovation and growth, making us a leading name in the industry.

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