Area Manager

American Axle & Manufacturing

Minerva, OH, US
Hybrid
3-5 years leadership experience in manufacturing
Lean manufacturing and 5s expertise
Fmea and statistical process control knowledge
American Axle & Manufacturing is seeking an Area Manager for their Minerva, OH location to oversee daily operations of manufacturing facilities, ensuring performance and production metrics are met. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree or relevant experience, along with 3-5 years of progressive leadership in manufacturing environments, specifically with lean manufacturing practices

Job Summary

  • The Area Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of manufacturing facilities while ensuring schedules and performance requirements are met.
  • This role requires implementing production, cost, and quality control mechanisms and overseeing staffing, development, and performance management programs.
  • Candidates must ensure that safety procedures are followed, monitor safety statistics, and investigate all accidents within the facility.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

American Axle & Manufacturing is seeking an Area Manager for their Minerva, OH location to oversee daily operations of manufacturing facilities, ensuring performance and production metrics are met. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree or relevant experience, along with 3-5 years of progressive leadership in manufacturing environments, specifically with lean manufacturing practices.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 3-5 years leadership experience in manufacturing
  • Lean manufacturing and 5S expertise
  • FMEA and Statistical Process Control knowledge
  • Safety procedure monitoring and accident investigation
  • Production throughput and schedule management

Nice-to-have

  • Strong coaching and team development skills
  • Experience coordinating with engineering and sales
  • Ability to manage complex equipment maintenance
  • Effective communication across department managers

Key Requirements

  • Bachelors Degree or relevant industry experience
  • 3-5 years progressive leadership experience in manufacturing
  • Experienced with FEMA and Statistical Process Control

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