South Shore Job Board
Current Job Bank Posting
2/2/2012
Senior Manager of Planning
as an expert in sales and operations planning/forecasting this senior
manager will:
support product launches
develops operating forecasts
conduct analyses
manage inventory
develop and utilized production planning tools
create production capacity plans
measure and tracks supply chain performance
Provide planning, forecasting and inventory supply chain/logistics
support
manage tier 1 supplier; create and oversee CM relationships
manage one person
Required experience:
this client is looking for a forecasting expert, a planning specialist.
The client has seen many resumes of people currently managing materials or
with broad supply chain responsibilities that include planning. The
company considers these candidates to be overqualified. The selected
candidate will the planning manager today for a large corporation.
· Bachelor's degree is required and MBA desired
· Minimum of recent 5 years of being fully responsible for ERP Inventory
Planning in a high volume, S&OP manufacturing environment
· Experience with Revenue Planning, Financial Forecasting and Analysis for
a high volume, S&OP manufacturing environment
· Finished Product Level Experience
· Experience with high volume manufacturing Inventory levels is mandatory
· Strong, sophisticated Business Analysis Experience
· Advanced systems/computer skills
relevant industry: high-tech
location: Burlington/Waltham Massachusetts relocation is limited
compensation: into the 100's base salary with additional bonus
compensation
- Leslie
Leslie Gabriele
Gabriele & Company
Recruiters for Manufacturing and Materials
www.gabrieleandcompany.com
leslie@gabrieleandcompany.com
781-276-7999
2/1/2012
Position Title: Production
Planner/Scheduler
Our client in the process control industry is looking for a Production
Planner/Scheduler. The candidates background should be strong in capacity
planning using Oracle ideally integrated with manufacturing execution
automation solutions. The emphasis must be on the individuals capacity
planning automation experience. They should have APICS-CPIM. Should have
demonstrated interaction with routings, utilization, load, alternate
routings, prioritization of planned vs unplanned and ideally has directly
implemented capacity planning automation tools. Must also be strong in
reporting tools, particularly in data extraction from Oracle and Excel.
Machine shop background is ideal, but not necessary if highly skilled in
automation. The automation environment should have exposed candidate to
strong manufacturing engineering support and production support in using
dispatch tools for daily alignment reviews and metrics, assessment of
resource readiness and process readiness to meet dispatch schedules. Must
understand all of the following:
Oracle
Capacity Planning
Shop Floor Scheduling
Utilization
Loading
Constraint management
Operation/"Resource" (human/machine) management
Routings
Work Instructions
Location: Brockton area
Salary 65-75K
Best Regards,
Darren Valentine
New England Engineers & Designers, Inc.
d/b/a NEED Personnel Placement
212 Carnegie Row
Norwood, MA 02062
781-769-4390
darrenv@needjobs.com
www.needjobs.com
1/24/2012
Referrals are sought
as a result of reorganization and centralization of the purchasing this
large medical company has 2 newly created positions open:
Indirect Strategic Purchasing Manager
and
Direct Strategic Purchasing Manager
This leadership role will provide innovation and vision in purchasing and
supplier management strategic direction.
Mandate is to maximize supplier value in the areas of cost, quality and
delivery enabling products to be developed on-time, competitively and with
sustainable quality. Responsibilities include
develop and manage the purchasing strategy for specific commodities
control strategy implementation for supplier management
develop a strategic supplier network
develop a supplier gap analysis model to assess the current supply base
and identify areas of risk
take responsibility for all supplier contracts
negotiate long term agreements
optimize overall purchasing costs by following a total cost of ownership
approach
continually develop innovative solutions and suppliers
drive commonality in processes and leverage purchasing synergies
throughout divisions
Needed experience
this is highly visible corporate purchasing role requiring an individual
with significant senior commodity management expertise. Exact commodity
knowledge or industry experience is not as important as the relevance of
the role you played, the innovations you implemented and the success you
had:
College degree expected
10 years Purchasing experience as described above (both strategic and
tactical)
recent and significant experience in the development and implementation
of comprehensive, effective purchasing strategy
international sourcing experience
corporate sourcing experience
track record of providing and steering supplier development strategy at
a senior level
history of successfully negotiating key supplier contracts
purchasing expertise at management level in a regulated industry
(medical or otherwise)
in-depth experience with various inventory management practices
(Consignment, VMI, Kanban etc.)
Systems savvy; ERP expertise
travel 30%
compensation: 90- low 100s
location: Southborough/Framingham area
relocation is available
- Leslie
Leslie Gabriele
Gabriele & Company
Recruiters for Manufacturing and Materials
www.gabrieleandcompany.com
leslie@gabrieleandcompany.com
781-276-7999
12/30/2011
Vice President of Manufacturing
Mandate: lead a 50 person operation using metrics and inspiration to
manage and optimize operational performance. Manage production, quality,
entire supply chain, all engineering functions, all manufacturing
functions.
· function as hands on, make it happen manager who is on the floor,
actively involved in the day-to-day operations providing the motivation
and leadership needed to meet and exceed customer expectations
· design, develop, and implement processes and procedures that increase
profitability, improve quality, eliminate waste and improve workflow
· create and execute a strategic manufacturing plan
· continue and drive LEAN implementation: 5S, work cells, kaizen events,
empowered teams, visual controls, etc
· achieve on-time, safety, quality and gross margin objectives
· train, mentor and develop a strong, capable, motivated team
· create annual budget
Minimal Requirements:
1. BS degree
2. recent experience managing a mechanical assembly, demand pull Kan Ban
System, ISO certified manufacturing operation
3. 10 years total operations/plant management experience leading a
sophisticated, lean organization in a rapid growth environment
4. prior small-company operations management experience
5. history of delivering impressive results managing manufacturing
operation through high growth and change
6. proven expertise creating, implemented and managing to operational
metrics
7. thorough and comprehensive application of LEAN that transformed
production, personnel, company culture and bottom line
8. a track record that shows innovation in applying and leveraging
available technology to optimize manufacturing performance
9. Systems savvy; knowledgeable in ERP implementation
Relevant industries: mechanical products manufacturing; machining;
mechanical and/or electromechanical assembly environments OEM
manufacturing experience a plus
NON Relevant industries: large company / large reporting structures; non
mechanical industries; hi tech; non manufacturing; consulting
location: Nashua New Hampshire
compensation: 120-150K base
- Leslie
Leslie Gabriele
Gabriele & Company
Recruiters for Manufacturing and Materials
www.gabrieleandcompany.com
leslie@gabrieleandcompany.com
781-276-7999
12/30/2011
Manufacturing Plant Manager
Reports to COO
· Responsible for overseeing 40M plant. Manage all operations and
production related activities; Production Control, Purchasing,
Fabrication, Paint, Assembly, Warehousing, Shipping and Receiving, and
Maintenance (120 employees)
· Manages plant operations through planning with department supervisors to
ensure the total manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and
cost effective manner.
· Develop and implement operating procedures.
· Promotes and maintains a standard of excellence within manufacturing.
· Provides direction, development and leadership to manufacturing
supervisors to accomplish company goals and objectives.
· Overall responsibilities for plant safety & compliance.
· Represents the company in interactions with regulatory agencies (OSHA,
EPA).
Minimum Requirements:
· Bachelors Degree
· 7+ years of plant management experience in a metal fabrication
manufacturing environment overseeing production and supply chain
activities and related budgets
· Experience in managing within a union environment is ideal
· Track record of manufacturing methods, process improvement programs and
Lean procedures that improved efficiencies and reduced costs
· Metal fabrication industry experience and metal fabrication expertise:
punch press; CNC; brake forming; progressive dies; spot welding
location: Pembroke / Brockton MA area; Relocation is available
compensation: into the low 100s reflecting the selected candidates metal
fabrication expertise and manufacturing management experience
- Leslie
Leslie Gabriele
Gabriele & Company
Recruiters for Manufacturing and Materials
www.gabrieleandcompany.com
leslie@gabrieleandcompany.com
781-276-7999
11/30/2011
Purchasing Manager
As a hands-on purchasing manager will oversee the purchasing function for
a small but rapidly expanding biomedical company. Manage 1 buyer. Report
to the Senior Director of Supply Management.
Develop and supervise the implementation of sound purchasing practices.
Establish goals and primary directives for the purchasing function.
Oversee the companys electronic purchase requisition system.
Negotiate and assist in negotiations of supplier agreements.
Drive cost reduction.
Receive, review, approve and process Purchase Requests.
Confirm price and availability.
Identify alternative products or suppliers.
Assist in vendor qualification process.
Minimum skills needed to qualify
BS degree mandatory ; certification a plus
Minimum of 5+ years experience in a senior purchasing position, ideally
some management experience
A quantifiable track record of continuous improvements in purchasing
that proves your ability to manage an expanding purchasing department both
tactically and strategically
Enough general accounting understanding to run a department
Systems savvy; Proficient in Word and Excel; ERP knowledge and
experience; Electronic ordering using online stores
cGMP or biotech purchasing preferred but not required
location: Framingham / Hudson area
compensation: 70 80,000 base salary with bonus potential
- Leslie
Leslie Gabriele
Gabriele & Company
Recruiters for Manufacturing and Materials
www.gabrieleandcompany.com
leslie@gabrieleandcompany.com
781-276-7999
11/28/2011
Supply Chain Manager
Well established, always profitable and well known within its niche
market, this client has expanded 20% per year for the last five years and
is projected to continue for the next five.
Focus of position is to ensure parts and supplies are received,
distributed, and shipped in the most efficient and cost effective manner.
· Will oversee the entire supply chain: purchasing, scheduling of parts
used in production, inventory, warehousing, logistics, and building
maintenance.
· Will have an active role 40% purchasing, 40% scheduling and managing the
parts used in production, 20% everything else. Is willing to be hands on
and work in the details.
· $4 million in inventory, $12 million spend.
o Will manage 6 people, an assistant buyer and a data entry person, four
warehouse employees.
o Maintain the integrity and accuracy of the scheduling of inventory and
parts used in production
o Inventory and Purchasing systems and documentation including new product
information
o Maintain inventory stocking levels. Manage weekly inventory cycle count
process. Monitor inventory aging and obsolescence
o Negotiate and implement blanket purchase order terms and freight terms
o Review and monitor open purchase orders daily to ensure supplier
delivery commitments are met and lead times are kept to the minimum.
o Participate in the development new supply sources when present suppliers
prove inadequate.
o Facilities Management
o Manage the warehouse crew of four employees who perform the kitting of
parts for production. Manage order pick process and quarterly audit
completed orders for accuracy.
In order to qualify:
· BS degree or directly relevant industry experience
· At least five years of direct hands-on experience with inventory, vendor
management, scheduling, purchasing, planning and warehousing experience
· Track record of continuously improving supply chain performance
· Relevant commodities include vehicle related; automotive, finished
goods, purchasing finished products that are then installed before sale
(engine on a boat for instance)
· Systems savvy; Understanding MRP/ERP, Excel, database management
Location: Framingham Worcester area
Compensation: 75 to 85 base salary plus bonus
This well established client is very profitable . This position has been
created in response to continued expansion . They are This job reports
directly to the VP of operations.
An always profitable, very well
established manufacturer seeks a:
Warehouse Manager
this warehouse manager will oversee shipping receiving and all aspects of
inventory control and warehouse management. Specific responsibilities
include:
· scheduling and assigning shipping, receiving, material handling, storage
activities
· developing budgets and managing expenditures
· overseeing domestic and international shipment accuracy and compliance
· ensuring product remains in pristine condition throughout shipping cycle
· identifying the most economical utilization of carriers
· directing material reporting
· develop and implement discrepancies and shortages process control
· responsibility for inventory management and inventory turns
· directly managing, training and motivating 12 employees
· continually improving logistics functions
prerequisites
· BS degree
· five years recent experience managing warehouse/logistics for
manufacturing company including full budgetary responsibility and direct
people management
· systems savvy; Microsoft office skills
· proven history of impressive customer responsiveness
· in depth inventory, warehousing, import/export, shipping/receiving,
inbound/outbound, logistics expertise
· track record of continuous improvement resulting in improved bottom line
results for logistics departments
location: Everett/Melrose area
salary: 65 80 K base salary plus bonus
Leslie Gabriele
Gabriele & Company
Recruiters for Manufacturing and Materials
www.gabrieleandcompany.com
leslie@gabrieleandcompany.com
781-276-7999
Purchasing Director (Job #2806)
Responsibilities include:
Negotiating purchase of commodities
Coordinating required volumes and delivery period for major raw
materials with production and
commercial sales
Issuing all purchase orders and follow up on all orders to insure timely
shipment
Coordinating paperwork for import
Issuing monthly reports to senior management showing purchase
quantities, prices, on hand
inventories, etc.
Providing market information regarding trends in pricing, supply
availability, etc.
Searching for new sources of major raw materials to continuously expand
supply base
Insuring that all raw materials meet quality specifications. Visiting
major raw materials suppliers
with quality personnel to audit their plan facilities
Oversight and Administration of Overall Plant Purchasing Policy
Qualifications include:
Bachelors degree with concentration in Supply Management or Logistics
7 to 10 years of negotiating experience
Strong contract writing
Production planning experience, SAP and MRP experience preferred
Chemical background preferred
Import and Export supply chain experience preferred
Strong organization skills, detail oriented and accuracy
Strong vendor interface
Location: Metro Boston
Salary: $110,000 - $140,000
McInturff & Associates
Bob McInturff
McInturff & Associates, Inc.
209 West Central St., Natick MA 01760
(508) 653-4050
bob@mcinturff.com
10/12/2011
INVENTORY
PLANNER
The inventory planner will be responsible for managing all inventory
forecasts and purchasing.
Responsibilities:
Provide strategic direction for inventory planning for three regional
distribution centers
Forecast appropriate inventory levels commensurate with sales forecasts
Monitor, reconcile and report inventory levels
Following up with order deliveries and ensure timely shipment of orders
Coordinate physical inventory counts to ensure accuracy of inventory
assets
Manage inventory planning process for oversea suppliers
Manage overseas suppliers production, ship and arrival schedules
Review and measure forecast accuracy
Master data maintenance
Establish, maintain, and assess inventory turn for each of our
distribution centers using history, sales plans, vendor criteria, and
market trends
Qualifications:
-Minimum 3-5 years of inventory control, forecasting, planning and
purchasing experience with oversea vendors with multiple distribution
centers
-Proficient use of an automated inventory management system
-Experience with MRP systems and advanced Excel
-Bachelors degree is required
-Strong oral and written communication skills
-Self-Starter with the ability to meet deadlines
Contact: hr@annieinc.com
9/27/2011
Are you Covidien?
As a global, $10+ billion healthcare products leader, we deliver
outstanding results and innovative solutions for challenging problems.
Through progressive thinking and cutting-edge technologies, Covidien is
well positioned to lead the way in todays rapidly changing healthcare
industry. Whatever your specialty or ambitions, you can make a difference
at Covidien both in the lives of others and your career.
At Covidien, we strive to fully understand our marketplace, customers,
communities and employees, and we enter into relationships with a sense of
honesty, fairness and trust.
We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
Position Summary
This customer focused planning professional is an important member of the
Continuous Replenishment Planning (CRP) organization and as such is
responsible for providing leadership to a team of skilled CRP Planners.
This position will assist in the design and implementation of world class
planning and replenishment processes to achieve objectives for service,
inventory management, and operating goals. It is the focal point for
operational performance delivering customer distinction.
*This position will support our European planning needs. Direct reports
will be covering shifts starting at 3:00 am EST as well as 8:30 am EST.
Principal Accountabilities
Assist in developing and the implementation of integrated logistics
strategies.
Deliver operational results for both internal and external stakeholders.
Deliver best-in-class customer service.
Build and maintain a high performance organization (staffing, training,
coaching, motivating).
Drive for cross-functional continuous improvement in systems and supply
chain activities from forecasting, warehousing, transportation, inventory
management, replenishment ordering, and our customers receipt of goods.
Professionally manage Covidiens partnership with our significant
domestic and international customers.
Ensure operational efficiency, effectiveness and accountability of the
CRP team.
Identify and advocate for necessary training and tools to achieve a
world class team.
Deploy right practice standardization and comply with internal
controls, policies and procedures.
Ability to identify and take action on opportunities, issues, and
problems in a changing environment.
Education:
Country appropriate college (Bachelors) degree with 5+ years
professional experience in supply chain related field OR 10+ years
professional experience and currently working towards degree
APICS certification a plus
Experience:
3+ Years Management Experience or equivalent leadership experience
7+ Years Professional Experience
Previous planning and inventory management experience
Previous customer service experience
Knowledge of distribution, logistics, warehousing and transportation in
a highly regulated industry
Experience establishing key performance indicators
Highly motivated, detail-oriented individual with strong management and
analytical skills
Ability to cultivate an environment focused on customer satisfaction,
through building productive external and internal relationships
Experience with hands-on utilization of current supply chain software
applications and systems
Strong project planning and management capabilities
An overall understanding of a supply chain from supplier through
manufacturer to the end customer
Strong background with a Planning system and its functionality.
Ability to cultivate an environment focused on customer satisfaction,
through building productive external and internal relationships
Experience with hands-on utilization of current supply chain software
applications and systems.
Other Skills:
JBA
Manugistics
Strong PC skills required including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
9/27/2011
Are you Covidien?
As a global, $10+ billion healthcare products leader, we deliver
outstanding results and innovative solutions for challenging problems.
Through progressive thinking and cutting-edge technologies, Covidien is
well positioned to lead the way in todays rapidly changing healthcare
industry. Whatever your specialty or ambitions, you can make a difference
at Covidien both in the lives of others and your career.
At Covidien, we strive to fully understand our marketplace, customers,
communities and employees, and we enter into relationships with a sense of
honesty, fairness and trust.
We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
Position Summary
The International CRP Planner will utilize Continuous Replenishment
Planning processes and systems for international planning. This position
executes all aspects of global CRP forecasting, demand management and
replenishment. It is the focal point for operational performance
delivering customer excellence.
Principal Accountabilities
Utilize world-class replenishment planning, inventory planning systems
and processes to meet internal and external customer requirements.
Ensure system operational efficiency and effectiveness targets are met:
KPIs, performance management (ex. product global service levels, inventory
investment targets)
Utilize strong analytic and software skills to balance inventory,
maximize service levels and contain distribution center & transportation
costs.
Deliver best-in-class customer service (excellence)
Coordinate customer information, shipments and inventory for multiple
GBUs.
Professionally manage Covidien relationship at location level for
domestic and international customers.
Conduct regularly scheduled conference calls and/or meetings with
location contacts to review parameters, challenges and opportunities.
Troubleshoot planning issues through thorough knowledge of EDI
transmissions, JBA and Manugistics.
Review department processes on a continuous basis to ensure department
and company objectives are being met; offer solutions, suggestions to
improve process.
Comply with internal controls, policies and procedures, and other
systems as the foundation for integrated system solutions that support the
supply chain stakeholders
Recommend continuous improvement opportunities
Education:
Associates degree or equivalent experience required
Experience:
5+ Years Professional Experience
Previous planning and inventory management experience
Previous customer service experience
Strong planning capabilities
Knowledge of distribution, logistics, warehousing and transportation in
a highly regulated industry
Experience meeting key performance indicators
Highly motivated, detail-oriented individual with strong process and
analytical skills
Proven ability to succeed in a matrix organization
Ability to cultivate an environment focused on customer satisfaction,
through building productive external and internal relationships
Experience with hands-on utilization of current supply chain software
applications and systems.
Other Skills:
Strong PC skills required including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
JBA
Manugistics
9/27/2011
Are you Covidien?
As a global, $10+ billion healthcare products leader, we deliver
outstanding results and innovative solutions for challenging problems.
Through progressive thinking and cutting-edge technologies, Covidien is
well positioned to lead the way in todays rapidly changing healthcare
industry. Whatever your specialty or ambitions, you can make a difference
at Covidien both in the lives of others and your career.
At Covidien, we strive to fully understand our marketplace, customers,
communities and employees, and we enter into relationships with a sense of
honesty, fairness and trust.
We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
Position Summary
The CRP Planner European Support will utilize Continuous
Replenishment Planning processes and systems for international planning.
This position executes all aspects of global CRP forecasting, demand
management and replenishment. It is the focal point for operational
performance delivering customer excellence.
*This position will support our European planning needs and will work a
shift from 3AM - 11AM Eastern time*
Principal Accountabilities
Utilize world-class replenishment planning, inventory planning systems
and processes to meet internal and external customer requirements.
Ensure system operational efficiency and effectiveness targets are met:
KPIs, performance management (ex. product global service levels, inventory
investment targets)
Utilize strong analytic and software skills to balance inventory,
maximize service levels and contain distribution center & transportation
costs.
Deliver best-in-class customer service (excellence)
Coordinate customer information, shipments and inventory for multiple
GBUs.
Professionally manage Covidien relationship at location level for
domestic and international customers.
Conduct regularly scheduled conference calls and/or meetings with
location contacts to review parameters, challenges and opportunities.
Troubleshoot planning issues through thorough knowledge of EDI
transmissions, JBA and Manugistics.
Review department processes on a continuous basis to ensure department
and company objectives are being met; offer solutions, suggestions to
improve process.
Comply with internal controls, policies and procedures, and other
systems as the foundation for integrated system solutions that support the
supply chain stakeholders
Recommend continuous improvement opportunities
Education:
Associates degree or equivalent experience required
Experience:
5+ Years Professional Experience
Previous planning and inventory management experience
Previous customer service experience
Strong planning capabilities
Knowledge of distribution, logistics, warehousing and transportation in
a highly regulated industry
Experience meeting key performance indicators
Highly motivated, detail-oriented individual with strong process and
analytical skills
Proven ability to succeed in a matrix organization
Ability to cultivate an environment focused on customer satisfaction,
through building productive external and internal relationships
Experience with hands-on utilization of current supply chain software
applications and systems.
Other Skills:
Strong PC skills required including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
JBA
Manugistics
9/14/2011
Business
Unit Director
Mandate: to continue the deployment of Lean thinking across the entire
enterprise.
This well established and profitable client company is based on
collaborative teams that are organized around client groups. As a leader
of a true end-to-end Value Stream, this Director's will manage a 7-10 M
business unit:
Oversee, and participate in the Day-to-Day performance to ensure
customer
demand is met or exceeded
Facilitate the team's commitment to initiating, identifying and
implementing continuous improvements
Coach, mentor, and develop the team so team members are learning and
growing
Communicate customer and supplier relationships and factors that
influence
and affect the team.
As part of the company Strategic Team, collaborate, communicate, teach
and
learn, share and cooperate across Value Streams.
Report direct to the Board of Advisors (CE0, CFO, CAO)
Necessary Experience
The selected individual already embraces Lean as a fundamental business
philosophy - not simply as a collection of tools and techniques.
BS degree mandatory; Engineering degree strongly preferred
Impressive track record of successful Lean transformations, achieving
results through relationship-building, coaching and mentoring of
manufacturing team members
Significant and comprehensive Lean manufacturing experience required,
along with a deep understanding of the underlying philosophy
7+ years in manufacturing operations leadership, showing progressive
growth in responsibility within a LEAN manufacturing operation
Quantifiable results meeting Value Stream performance metrics (target
conditions, lean accounting measures, etc.)
Proven results in LEAN training, coaching and mentoring team members
Location: Worcester / Southbridge, MA
Compensation: $ into low 100s with profit sharing participation
- Leslie
Leslie Gabriele
Gabriele & Company
Recruiters for Manufacturing and Materials
www.gabrieleandcompany.com
leslie@gabrieleandcompany.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrieleandcompany
781-276-7999
9/9/2011
Production Planner / Master
Scheduler
Medical company seeks planner who will be responsible for:
issuing and tracking work orders, maintaining Master Production Schedule
based on published S & OP. Developing metrics for tracking of performance
against S & OP and revenue goals, prioritizing work orders and
coordinating and managing weekly production schedules. Position reports
directly to Director of Materials and will work closely with Manufacturing
Managers and Purchasing group to develop strategic stocking programs,
safety stocks and be responsible for managing the annual Physical
Inventory.
· Plan and manages production schedules to ensure 100% on-time delivery of
all customer orders.
· Closed loop responsibility of work order processing from initiation to
closure and reporting of variances.
· Responsible for developing and prioritizing daily, weekly and monthly
production schedules to support on-time deliveries to customers.
· Assist in Procedure and Process development. Process flow, facilitate
change management.
· Cross functional interface with Operations, Supply Chain,
Sales/Marketing, and Engineering to manage material issues and production
planning issues.
· Responsible to develop and implement Master Schedule from Backlog and
forecast based on agreed upon S & OP published plan.
· Track and report daily shipments for line items and full order shipped
to plan
· Create, train and implement best practices through written policies and
procedures to improve efficiency and productivity.
Requirements
· Strong knowledge of ERP systems
· Fourth Shift ERP or If no Forth Shift then in depth experience with
several ERP systems experience is mandatory
· Able to determine root cause an implement corrective actions to improve
processes.
· Several years experience maintaining Master Production Schedule based on
published S & OP
· Expertise in developing production schedules and maintaining inventory
· Ability to work well with others to help manage change in the
organization
Location: Lexington / Burlington MA
Compensation to 76K base salary
Medical experience is not required
- Leslie
Leslie Gabriele
Gabriele & Company
Recruiters for Manufacturing and Materials
www.gabrieleandcompany.com
leslie@gabrieleandcompany.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrieleandcompany
781-276-7999
9/9/2011
A small but very aggressively
growing metal shop seeks a manufacturing expert:
VP Operations
Mandate: lead a 20 person job shop operation using metrics and inspiration
to manage and optimize operational performance.
· function as hands on, make it happen manager who is on the floor,
actively involved in the day-to-day operations providing the motivation
and leadership needed to meet and exceed customer expectations
· continue and drive LEAN implementation: 5S, work cells, kaizen events,
empowered teams, visual controls, etc
achieve on-time, safety, quality and gross margin objectives
· train, mentor and develop a strong, capable, motivated team
· design, develop, and implement processes and procedures that increase
profitability, improve quality, eliminate waste and improve workflow
· create annual budget
· evaluate and approve equipment purchases
· interface and respond to customers
· schedule incoming material and outgoing jobs
· review all jobs for profitability and take any required corrective
action
Minimal Requirements:
· BS degree
10 years total operations/plant management experience
· RECENT 5 years as a hands on manager experience managing fabrication and
supply chain for a $10-30M job shop
· substantial and comprehensive sheet metal manufacturing expertise
· history of delivering impressive results managing an operation through
high growth and change
· proven expertise creating, implemented and managing to operational
metrics
· thorough and comprehensive application of LEAN that transformed
production, personnel, company culture and bottom line
· Systems savvy; knowledgeable in ERP implementation
Relevant industries: sheet metal, metal fabrication, machine shop
management, 5-20M plant job shop management
NON Relevant industries: 50M+plant management; large reporting structures;
non sheet metal /machine shop fabrication
Location: Boxboro/Westford MA area. No relocation available
Compensation: Base into the low 100s with bonus potential
9/9/2011
The client is a well funded green start up that is creating a big buzz
in the marketplace. 2011 is a year of hi growth as demand for product has
exceeded projections. This position is open due to promotion.
Director of Manufacturing
Responsibilities include: overseeing 2 plants on 2 coasts, ramping up
production and managing manufacturing operations through extreme
expansion.
Oversee all production processes from building material intake to the
end product
Train and motivate work force; Manage trade professionals and production
workers
Optimize asset utilization
Interface with design; Enhance product designs; Ensure manufacturability
Develop processes, procedures and documentation methodologies
Oversee supply chain management
Continuously improve quality and efficiency
Utilize LEAN techniques to drive operational excellence and improve
product margin
Develop and monitor budgets; Maintain labor costs; Set work rates
Ensure plant is kept neat, clean, safe
Hire and build departments as the company grows
Travel up to 25%
Key Requirements
Must have recent 5+ years of operations management with production,
quality and supply chain as direct reports
History of being hands on, on front lines; Ability to work in a startup
environment with broad responsibilities, ambiguity, and early stage
processes and procedures;
Ability to work collaboratively in a cross functional environment
Track record of implementing lean / six-sigma / continuous improvement
manufacturing methodology.
Computer and systems savvy; Knowledge of ERP implementation
Need a type A personality who takes charge, leads by example and drives
operations to excel
Must have: very large and complex steel assembly like large equipment,
large parts, heavy parts, low volume product
Relevant industries/products: tractors, winnebegos, huge valves, large
AC's, heavy construction equipment, RV's etc.
Non relevant industries: hi tech; electronic products; hi volume;
automated assembly; components and small parts; software; non
manufacturing, airplanes (too big + take too long to build)
Relevant processes: steel assembly; labor intensive assembly; modular
assembly; low volume assembly; regulated product; hi sku's
Compensation: 100-130 base plus stock options
Location: near Vallejo area CA. OR Longmeadow, MA. (2 plants, one in CA
and the other in MA) Relocation available.
- Leslie
Leslie Gabriele
Gabriele & Company
Recruiters for Manufacturing and Materials
www.gabrieleandcompany.com
leslie@gabrieleandcompany.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrieleandcompany
781-276-7999
8/8/2011
Director of Manufacturing
This start up is experiencing high growth creating the need for a senior
executive to run a 30M manufacturing operation. This position reports to
the GM.
Oversee production, planning, purchasing, warehousing, manufacturing
engineering and facilities, and quality.
Design strategies, evaluate workflow +methods and implement process
improvements
Oversight of scheduling, staffing, and team building for 45 person
manufacturing group
Develop employee training programs.
Create a cost effective budget to ensure manufacturing while producing the
highest possible revenues and margins.
Establish ISO system to ensure a company wide effort of continual
improvement and documentation of all manufacturing processes.
Initiate and establish of relationships with contract manufacturers.
Qualifications:
BS degree -- prefer technical degree
15+ years of Manufacturing Management directly responsible for
manufacturing operations, quality, process, supply management, and team
building
Record of managing plant operations taking a company from start up
mentality to a fully functional, continually improving manufacturing
enterprise
Must have RECENT start up or small company, hands on plant management
experience (and ideally larger company experience in the past)
· Proven expertise creating, implementing and managing to operational
metrics, process standardization and SOP execution
Relevant industries/products/processes: discrete manufacturing: computers,
instruments, medical diagnostic equipment, complex electro mechanical
equipment, scientific products,
moderate volume, complete systems with software, manual and semi automated
assembly. (consumables/plastics manufacturing and secondary operations is
a plus)
Non relevant industries: hi volume; very low volume; highly automated
assembly; components and small parts; software; non manufacturing; batch
production; microelectronics
Salary low to mid 100's + bonus and stock
Location: Chicopee/ Springfield MA relocation assistance is very limited.
- Leslie
Leslie Gabriele
Gabriele & Company
Recruiters for Manufacturing and Materials
www.gabrieleandcompany.com
leslie@gabrieleandcompany.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrieleandcompany
781-276-7999
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