Machining Department Manager

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Kett Tool Company has a long standing history in the production and manufacturing of specialty power tools in Cincinnati, Ohio since 1940. From our product line of shears, saws, and nibblers, we provide quality and power to contractors, builders, and manufacturers across a multitude of industries. With over 70 years of experience, we make tools that you will find nowhere else.

Our Mission

Our people and our customers are our priority. Through innovation, service, and a focus on quality we strive to deliver the best product and experience.

Culture

We promote an employee-first culture where you are appreciated, valued, and empowered to work together to promote our corporate mission. The Kett Tool brand and our team stand for integrity, accountability, and impact.

We Want You

• Are you ready to make an impact? If you challenge yourself to grow and learn every day, we want you.

• Do you want your ideas to promote innovation? If you are excited about improving processes and thinking outside of the box, we want you.

• Are you a team player? If you work well with others and enjoy a collaborative workplace and culture, we want you.

• Do you say what you mean and mean what you say? If you conduct yourself with honesty, integrity, and accountability, we want you.

Benefits/Offerings

All full time employees are eligible for our benefits program. Benefit offerings include:

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• 401K
• Paid Medical Leave Policies
• Education Assistance Program
• Company Sponsored Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life AD&D coverage
• Personal and Vacation Time

Purpose

The Machining Department Manager is responsible for oversight of the Warehouse, Assembly and Machining Departments and is accountable for daily operations of these departments while also implementing short and long term initiatives for the organization.

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for leading and managing the entire manufacturing process consisting of Lathe, Milling, Grinding, Assembly and Warehouse departments
• Monitor adherence to the production schedule and make adjustments if necessary
• Ensure departmental compliance with regards to production, delivery, quality, and cost objectives
• Monitor labor hours and overtime, plan work, delegate duties, and make work assignments for direct reports
• Recognize and implement opportunities to increase production efficiency through increased speed, load balancing, cross training, automation, technology, and general process improvements
• Establish and maintain preventative maintenance schedule for all machine shop equipment
• Plan and implement 5-S and continuous improvement activities for all shop operations
• Develop and monitor metrics and goals for each department to execute, which align with the overall company goals and objectives
• Ensure cost effective inventory levels of production supplies are maintained to meet production requirements
• Develop and maintain process documentation for all functions and processes
• Responsible for reviewing existing PM schedules and ensuring execution. Identify and resolve gaps
• Be an active member of strategy and budgetary discussions, and be responsible for adherence to both
• Focus on professional development by providing managerial support and training to direct reports
• Lead planning and implementation for production methods for new and existing products and technologies
• Work with Director of HR on all Production department personnel/HR topics including: hiring, reviews, recognition, disciplinary, attendance, training, development, and grievances
• Ensure adherence to all safety standards

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Experience with programming and operating machine shop equipment is required; specifically Swiss Lathe, Mills and Grinders
• Proven leadership and interpersonal skills required
• Communication skills - strong written, verbal and presentation communication skills
• Familiarity with ERP systems, ideally Netsuite
• Be comfortable on the plant floor as well as interacting with top level customers and suppliers

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Demands: May sit, stand, stoop, bend and walk intermittently during the day. Finger dexterity to operate office equipment is required. May need to lift up to twenty (20) pounds occasionally. Ability to read, write and communicate effectively. A minimum of forty (40) work hours are expected per week during company operating hours. Very limited travel may be required.

• Work Environment: Work is primarily performed in a general office environment with standard office equipment as well as a shop floor environment.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Kett Tool Company, a division of Endurance Industries, is an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. If a qualified individual with a disability or disabled veteran needs a reasonable accommodation to use or access our online system, that individual should please contact us at

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