Compounding Manager

Compounding Manager

Relocation May Be Offered

Job Description

The (SMC) Compounding Manager will partner with the Operations team to build up an internal Sheet Molded Compound (SMC) capability in the plant, and then lead the operation. The successful candidate will have the capacity to become the subject matter expert on SMC compounding and have the drive to lead a high functioning compounding department. A successful candidate should be comfortable working in a fast-paced and high energy environment. This candidate should be able to quickly adapt and perform without diluting the quality of output.

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Lead the SMC Compounding Department, which will include two shifts with subordinate leaders, operators, and technical support.

- Schedule compound production to support Molding schedule.

- Manage raw material inventory to support Compounding schedule.

- Work with the Molded Products R&D team to develop new compounds that will improve quality or reduce cost.

- Serve as a senior leader in the Business, driving our core value of Safety, Integrity, Customer Centricity, Performance Culture, Teamwork & Agility.

- Participate with Purchasing in prospective new vendor evaluations, as well as work directly with vendors when issues occur. Develop and implement quality requirements for vendors; monitor and negotiate pricing with said vendors.

- Direct programs to develop new materials, manufacturing techniques, or products. Keep informed of industry developments, especially in the areas of composite materials and manufacturing processes.

- Active involvement in environmental, health, and safety throughout the company, setting examples for others.

- Serve as a technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for various sales and marketing managers and other personnel with respect to technical specifications on products or programs.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

- Five years or greater of progressive management or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Skills:

- Skilled in utilizing Microsoft Excel

- Compression Molding Experience

- Compounding Experience

Organizational

The SMC Compounding Manager will report to the Plant Manager. The SMC Compounding Manager will oversee the entire compounding operation, comprising of two shifts and fourteen personnel, and is responsible for the on-time and quality compounding of our Sheet Molded Compound.

Travel

Initially this position will require travel to a compounding facility based in Indiana during the initial onboarding.

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For additional information on this opportunity, or other positions of interest, contact Scott DeWitte with gpac Recruiting in Sioux Falls.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.