FXI
Production Manager – Orange, California, United States
Overview
FXI is a leading manufacturer of polyurethane foam, providing comfort solutions for Bedding, Furniture and Transportation markets. We are an industry leader in the Mattress in a Box segment and maintain a molecules to doorstep business model to deliver our brands to market and consumers. FXI has a culture of innovation and achievement with headquarters, R&D facilities, and multiple manufacturing locations in North America. Responsibilities
Ensure that adequate training related to work processes, safety, health and environmental concerns, and job responsibilities are conducted with employees Provide daily production formulations, plan work schedules and assign duties to maintain adequate staffing levels, to ensure that activities are performed effectively, and to respond to fluctuating workloads Data entry, record keeping and reporting for the department as needed Coordinate with other supervisors on daily schedule, workflow, personnel issues Collaborate with employees and managers to solve work-related problems Coordinate with Sales and Management concerning foam requirements Review work throughout the work process and at completion, in order to ensure that it has been performed properly Check specifications of materials against information contained in work orders to ensure quality of product Ensure all foam testing requirements are adhered to and carried out by trained personnel Identify opportunities within the department and plant for continuous improvement in quality of foam and work processes Evaluate employee performance:
Prepare and maintain work records and reports Fill in for any area, employee, department as needed
Process the orders in order to communicate material flow, and follow up on rush, sample or shortage orders Check all equipment, tools, PPE to be sure all is in proper and safe condition Ensure that workers are using personal protective equipment, complying with all safety/environmental policies and using safe work practices Coordinate with the Human Resource Department and Plant Management to document infractions and discipline employees for poor performance, safety violations, and other policy/rule violations, as necessary Report changes in production that affect essential job duties, minimum job requirements and possible safety hazards for jobs in areas of responsibility to HR/Safety to keep job descriptions and JSAs current Ensure good housekeeping practices and proactively identify/eliminate potential safety hazards Check the quality of material coming into departments and monitor the status of various orders Maintain adequate foam and chemical inventory levels. Order and receive chemicals and other materials Relay necessary information to plant personnel Coordinate with Maintenance to maximize equipment utilization Utilize lean manufacturing principles to meet KPI goals Attend daily SQDC meetings with the Pour line team Other duties as assigned by supervisor or plant manager Qualifications
5 years+ of supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting 2+ years of chemical operations experience Engineering or Technical Degree Previous work experience in a Foam Pouring/Fabrication Facility is a plus Possess strong knowledge of chemicals Ability to apply algebra and basic math skills to operations Aware of customer service principles, including meeting quality standards and evaluating customer satisfaction Some general knowledge of machines and tools, including design, usage, repair, and maintenance Adherence to company policies for personnel recruitment, training, compensation, and labor relations Ability to extract and compile data from multiple sources Capable of understanding and applying complex written instructions Skilled use of word processors, spreadsheets, and related programs Effective verbal and written communication Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs, and methods to identify errors and correct them Ability to present information and answer questions from managers, customers, and sales force Problem-solving ability and practical reasoning to carry out instructions Capability to obtain HAZMAT certification
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FXI is a leading manufacturer of polyurethane foam, providing comfort solutions for Bedding, Furniture and Transportation markets. We are an industry leader in the Mattress in a Box segment and maintain a molecules to doorstep business model to deliver our brands to market and consumers. FXI has a culture of innovation and achievement with headquarters, R&D facilities, and multiple manufacturing locations in North America. Responsibilities
Ensure that adequate training related to work processes, safety, health and environmental concerns, and job responsibilities are conducted with employees Provide daily production formulations, plan work schedules and assign duties to maintain adequate staffing levels, to ensure that activities are performed effectively, and to respond to fluctuating workloads Data entry, record keeping and reporting for the department as needed Coordinate with other supervisors on daily schedule, workflow, personnel issues Collaborate with employees and managers to solve work-related problems Coordinate with Sales and Management concerning foam requirements Review work throughout the work process and at completion, in order to ensure that it has been performed properly Check specifications of materials against information contained in work orders to ensure quality of product Ensure all foam testing requirements are adhered to and carried out by trained personnel Identify opportunities within the department and plant for continuous improvement in quality of foam and work processes Evaluate employee performance:
Prepare and maintain work records and reports Fill in for any area, employee, department as needed
Process the orders in order to communicate material flow, and follow up on rush, sample or shortage orders Check all equipment, tools, PPE to be sure all is in proper and safe condition Ensure that workers are using personal protective equipment, complying with all safety/environmental policies and using safe work practices Coordinate with the Human Resource Department and Plant Management to document infractions and discipline employees for poor performance, safety violations, and other policy/rule violations, as necessary Report changes in production that affect essential job duties, minimum job requirements and possible safety hazards for jobs in areas of responsibility to HR/Safety to keep job descriptions and JSAs current Ensure good housekeeping practices and proactively identify/eliminate potential safety hazards Check the quality of material coming into departments and monitor the status of various orders Maintain adequate foam and chemical inventory levels. Order and receive chemicals and other materials Relay necessary information to plant personnel Coordinate with Maintenance to maximize equipment utilization Utilize lean manufacturing principles to meet KPI goals Attend daily SQDC meetings with the Pour line team Other duties as assigned by supervisor or plant manager Qualifications
5 years+ of supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting 2+ years of chemical operations experience Engineering or Technical Degree Previous work experience in a Foam Pouring/Fabrication Facility is a plus Possess strong knowledge of chemicals Ability to apply algebra and basic math skills to operations Aware of customer service principles, including meeting quality standards and evaluating customer satisfaction Some general knowledge of machines and tools, including design, usage, repair, and maintenance Adherence to company policies for personnel recruitment, training, compensation, and labor relations Ability to extract and compile data from multiple sources Capable of understanding and applying complex written instructions Skilled use of word processors, spreadsheets, and related programs Effective verbal and written communication Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs, and methods to identify errors and correct them Ability to present information and answer questions from managers, customers, and sales force Problem-solving ability and practical reasoning to carry out instructions Capability to obtain HAZMAT certification
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