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About the job…

The Team Manager will be responsible for coordinating between different manufacturing processes and support functions in our gasketed plate heat exchanger (GPHE) line. Lead a team of 1 to 2 team leaders and 15-25 associates across 1 shift.

This position is to work in the 3rd shift from 10:00 p.m. and 6.30 a.m.

This is an onsite position located in Richmond, VA.

Responsibilities include:

• Act as GPHE production process owner, responsible for execution of all processes related to GPHE production.
• Manage the product flow and schedule execution within the GPHE organization.
• Operational responsibilities to communicate, align, and implement defined strategy while meeting set goals.
• Establish all operational policies for proper fabrication and verification of GPHE products
• Involvement in the global alignment of operations activities.
• Successful development of local organization in terms of competence and succession planning according to Alfa Laval Production System.

What you know:

• Bachelor’s degree is a minimum requirement, preferably in engineering or a relevant technical field.
• Minimum 2years of experience from relevant area in a production/manufacturing environment is mandatory.
• A visible, result driven leader delivering results through the team.
• Strong people management, recruiting, training, development, and team building skills
• Lean production experience, training and techniques a plus.
• Computer experience in MS applications and ERP or Warehouse Management systems
• Experience with improvement tools, e g 5S, Six Sigma, Kaizen.

We care about diversity, inclusion and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioural traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games.

What’s in it for you?

At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right.  The base salary for this role is typically 80,000.00 to $100,000.00.

At Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, for this particular role, we are prioritizing candidates who are currently residing in USA or have an established presence in the area.

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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