Production Manager
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling
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Hyster-Yale Materials Handling is hiring a Production Manager. The company seeks an energetic Production Manager to lead the manufacturing team, providing leadership and direction to ensure safe, efficient, and customer‑focused operations. The role executes company initiatives while driving continuous improvement in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee engagement, and is responsible for meeting customer commitments.
Key focus areas include Lead and develop Area Coaches and value stream associates through coaching, performance management, and talent development., Drive execution and sustainability of company principles across the value stream., and Manage value stream performance through metrics, resource planning, and production execution..
Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree, 7+ Years Of Experience In Engineering, and Experience In Forklift Manufacturing Environments. Important skills include Leadership, Coaching, Performance Management, Talent Development, Resource Planning, and Production Execution.
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Job Title
Production Manager
Job Category
Manufacturing
Job Description
Bolzoni Group is looking for an energetic Production Manager to lead the manufacturing team. Providing leadership and direction to ensure safe, efficient, and customer-focused operations. This role is responsible for executing company initiatives while driving continuous improvement in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee engagement.
The Production Manager develops and coaches Area Coaches and associates, oversees daily operations, and strategically plans to achieve short- and long-term business objectives while ensuring customer commitments are consistently met.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead and develop Area Coaches and value stream associates through coaching, performance management, and talent development
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Drive execution and sustainability of company principles across the value stream
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Manage value stream performance through metrics, resource planning, and production execution
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Lead continuous improvement and problem-solving initiatives to improve safety, quality, productivity, inventory, lead times, and cost performance
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Partner with EH&S, Quality, Human Resources, and other functional teams to achieve operational objectives
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Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
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Lead safety walks and root cause analysis efforts to address operational challenges
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Manage value stream budgets and resources to achieve financial and operational targets
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Utilize data, digital tools, and AI technologies to support decision-making, improve processes, and enhance operational performance
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Foster a culture focused on employee engagement, accountability, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction
Minimum Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s Degree is required; Masters is preferred
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7+ years of experience in the fields of Engineering, Manufacturing, Product Development and/or Business Management
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Experience in forklift, automotive, heavy equipment, or similar manufacturing environments
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Proven experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles
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Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
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Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
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Working knowledge of AI tools and technology, with the ability to leverage them to improve productivity, decision-making, and operational performance.
Job Type
Permanent
Time Type
Full time
Work Hours
40
Travel Required
No
Primary Location
Bolzoni US Sulligent, AL
Address
7711 US Highway 278
Zip Code
35586
Field-Based
No
Relocation Assistance Available
No
We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled
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