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About the job

The Factory Manager will manage and oversee a team of approximately 200 people to meet short- and long-term production goals and customer expectations. Responsible for Safety, Quality, Engineering, Project Management, Supply Chain, Production, Maintenance and all Operations Administration. As a member of the management team, this position will be responsible for supporting additional operational projects and financial metrics as needed. 

This is an onsite position located in Broken Arrow, OK.

As a part of the team, you will:

• Responsible for the planning, forecasting, performance and output of the unit, including safety, financial (P3), quality, delivery, cost and people
• Establish KPI targets and management processes assure accountability throughout each level of the factory and report out and drive awareness throughout the team, to include:
  • Safety – Culture, Policies, Compliance
  • Quality – Processes, Best Practices, NCs, Warranty
  • Delivery – Forecasting, OTD, Supply Chain
  • Cost – COGS, Purchasing, Payroll, Expenses
• Partners closely with Sales to effectively support the growth of the business and needs of the customer
• Responsible for People Development and Succession Planning
• Responsible for maintaining headcount budget and recruitment tasks as needed
• Participate in the creation of the Operational Plan including resource planning, investments, supply chain, processes and continuous improvements.
• Leads and directs the work of others.  Establish regular and/or daily check ins with the unit manager and peers.
• Maintain a presence on the shop floor and engage in daily activities
• Support Problem Solving & Improvement activities
• Secure Standardized Work & SOP’s (Standard Operating Practices)
• Champion, secure & communicate ALPS (Alfa Laval Production System) Lean Six Sigma / 5S and other Operations initiative in the unit.  Communicate standards, perform audits and support the factory.
• Leads continuous improvement activities to improve safety, throughput and cost to include automation, robotics, process/procedure and industrialization.
• Involvement in new product development and giving input to R&D, particularly for quality, cost-out and manufacturability improvements
• Plan and manage maintenance activities and facility management for the site
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

"We care about diversity, inclusion and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral 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 you know

You have a Bachelor or Master degree in Engineering or equivalent and at least 10 years of proven managerial and leadership experience in technical/production related areas, and:   

• Minimum 2 years of experience handling similar Factory or large Unit with good performance and delivery record
• Experience with manufacturing MRP / ERP systems
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Visio, Project)
• Knowledge of ASME Code, welding, machining and other manufacturing operations common to ETO heat exchanger and sheet metal fab shop
• Strong sense of integrity and value driven leadership as well as customer and commercial orientation. 
• Well versed in Lean, Six Sigma, and TOC methodologies and their application
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills, with a strong command of grammar and vocabulary
• Willingness and ability to travel international/Domestic up to 20% of the time

What’s in it for you

We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more. 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 $160,000 to $175,000 annually.

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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