We are seeking a production manager to work in the Blairs, Virginia warehouse. The production manager will effectively manage all aspects of the production area, including helium filling, balloon production, and napkin production.

　　Responsibilities

　　Leads the production team to meet expected production goals.Effectively controls inventory, including inbound raw materials and outbound finished goods.Ensures product consistently meets established quality control standards.Develops, monitors, and maintains departmental standards and costs.Develops, executes, and revises departmental SOPs to enhance quality, quantity, accuracy, and continuous improvement.Maintains records necessary for preparing and distributing accurate and timely reports.Complete and update work orders in JDE.Interacts with all areas of the department to understand issues and assess needs to improve consistency and integrity of processes.Responsible for daily management and supervision of departmental workforce, including providing direction, setting deadlines, and resolving problems. Administers corrective action according to company guidelines.Works with Human Resources to interview, select, and train employees to fill vacant positions.Annually prepares performance evaluations for departmental staff.Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills. Stays current with developments within the manufacturing and distribution field and shares expertise with others.Exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationships.A commitment to company-wide quality and safety is required.Performs other related duties as required and assigned.Qualifications

　　Ability to communicate with management, colleagues, line staff, and individuals outside the company in order to meet departmental goals.Strong overall management skills are essential, including problem-solving, production analysis, production scheduling, work process analysis, business statistics, intermediate math skills, and personnel management.Ability to effectively assess departmental needs and develop short and long-term strategic plans to address those needs.Strong analytical skills with a methodological approach to problem-solving and implementation.Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and/or facts and recommendations effectively.Ability to read, analyze, and interpret related documents.Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Understanding of functionality of production equipment, electronics, and controls.Able to troubleshoot processes and machinery to maintain efficiency and production standards.Ability to manage groups through project implementation.Excellent follow-up and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.Ability to work independently with little direction.Associate degree (A.A.) highly desired; Bachelors degree (B.A.) preferred.Five to seven years experience in a distribution/manufacturing environment required.A minimum of three years of management experience is preferred.Unique Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.