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Description

United Performance Metals (UPM) is looking for its next team member dedicated to continuous improvement. Supported by O’Neal Industries with 100 years of expertise, this opening will provide you the opportunity to learn what it takes to distribute specialty metals across the globe. Through advanced technology and global reach, our company prides itself on delivering excellence and growing opportunities for our Associates.

Salary Range: $100k - $120k

Key Responsibilities

+ Lead manufacturing operations to ensure safety, efficiency, cost control, and on-time delivery.

+ Develop and implement KPIs to drive production performance and continuous improvement.

+ Manage and optimize resources, including equipment utilization, manpower planning, and inventory accuracy.

+ Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, AS/ISO standards, and company safety policies.

+ Drive a culture of Continuous Improvement, implementing Lean and 5S practices across operations.

+ Oversee hiring, training, and development of 25+ employees, fostering a safe and positive work environment.

+ Collaborate with Sales and Planning to meet customer requirements and maintain accurate lead times.

+ Control operational costs, developing and tracking cost-saving initiatives for year-over-year improvements.

+ Maintain quality standards, ensuring all products meet internal and customer specifications.

+ Conduct regular safety audits and enforce PPE compliance to sustain an accident-free workplace.

Qualifications

+ Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.

+ Experience: 10+ years in manufacturing operations and 5+ years in leadership roles.

+ Lean / Six Sigma Greenbelt certification required (or path to certification identified).

+ Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Why Join UPM?

+ Competitive salary and benefits package.

+ 3+ Weeks Mixed PTO

+ No premium on vision insurance for team members

+ Quarterly Bonus Program

+ Opportunity to lead a high-performing team in a growing, innovative environment.

+ Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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