Business Unit Leader
Tappan, NY 
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Posted 2 days ago
Job Description
The Business Unit Leader will be responsible for managing work group of hourly employees in a fast paced, high volume, unionized, manufacturing environment. The Unit Leader is responsible for ensuring safety; quality; cost; and delivery during the shift. The selected candidate will be required to build functional teams, train and allocate manpower according to need, ensure team morale and drive continuous improvement solutions to improve product quality and reach throughput and cost targets.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:
  • Support and contribute to continuous improvement programs and tools.
  • Coordinate the Zone during the shift in ordinary and continuous improvement activities, meet with other Supervisors /Team Leaders to guide day to day operation of a work group
  • Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, delivery, cost savings, and employee morale during the shift.
  • Lead a cross-functional team in daily activities, quality and throughput improvements, problem solving, and root cause analysis.
  • Ensure safety regulation compliance and provide a safe working environment for employees.
  • Ensure production targets are achieved, take part in Zones budget definition and approve subsequent forecast/operative plan estimates.
  • Conduct routine audits and verifications to confirm completion of written/documented processes, procedures, and activities.
  • Ensure quality and operation systems are implemented and functioning per standards, re-establish ideal conditions in the case of system failure or non-conformance and plan for scheduled / unscheduled maintenance while maintaining quality and throughput levels.
  • Meet with Area Managers, Supervisors, and Team Leaders regularly to provide and obtain performance feedback.
  • Work with Area Managers, Supervisors and Team Leaders to develop plans for absenteeism management within the budget targets.
  • Supports all aspects of production processes including safety, quality, delivery, cost and morale and drive successful implementation of WCM processes and standards.
  • Facilitate communication between departments, lines, and internal suppliers.
  • Teach, cultivate, and promote teamwork and problem solving in a positive, proactive work environment.
Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED Ability to work any shift and overtime as required
  • Excellent organization, written and oral communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with various levels of employees within all areas of the Plant from hourly represented employees to Senior Leadership as required
  • Ability to build effective business relationships with plant leadership and customers
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously Goal oriented self-starter with ability to lead teams
  • Ability to coach/mentor/develop team members
  • Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Preferred Requirements:
  • Bachelors degree in a technical field 1 or more years experience in supervision in a high-volume environment preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to coach/mentor/develop team members
  • Previous experience working in a union environment is preferred
  • Experience in continuous improvement systems and lean manufacturing
  • Good working knowledge of Outlook Suite software programs
  • 1 year supervisor experience
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The base pay range above represents the low and high end of the base compensation range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual base compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, actual experience, and job performance. This job posting is not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee.


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About Advantage Technical

With company roots going back over 30 years, Advantage Technical is an engineering and information technology services company and a national leader in the provision of technical resources today. These services include Staff Augmentation, Direct Placement, Project Resourcing and Outsourcing - delivered from 40 key market locations, by over 3500 specialized contractors, to over 500 clients across North America. Advantage Technical is a Best of Staffing Diamond Award winner for both Clients and Talent. For more information about the industries and services offered by Advantage Technical, please visit AdvantageTechnical.com.

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Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
$39.20-$40.00
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
1+ years
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