Division Manager Jobs in Kentucky

Job Title: Manufacturing Supervisor/Team Leader Company: Pentair, Inc. Location: Mount Sterling, KY Description: PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION Responsible for managing the safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and cost of assigned area. The primary responsibility is to ensure that the assigned department has the resources, skill, training, materials, and information to safely produce a quality part, which meets customer specifications and schedules within cost specifications. Responsible for continually improving manufacturing processes and maximizing equipment utilization using Lean Manufacturing and Statistical Process tools. Lead improvement teams to enhance safety, quality, and process capabilities by optimizing manufacturing operational strategies and procedures. Actively involved in developing annual plans and strategies to increase facility profitability. Must exceed customer’s requirements for quality, value of money, delivery, and the company’s requirement to improve profitability and growth. MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY Be a change agent and drive out waste throughout the manufacturing operation through the deployment of the Lean methodology. Ensures compliance to policies and procedures within the human resources handbook, OSHA, quality and environmental certifications, and any other policies deemed necessary by MSO management staff or Pentair corporate staff. Leading the day-to-day production activities within the value stream(s) to ensure that current commitments are achieved while improvements are being made. Track daily performance through the use of process center communication boards on a daily basis. Assures a clean and safe working environment for all employees, emphasizing prevention of potential problems and hazardous conditions, and supports Hoffman’s safety programs. Responsible for requisitioning, placing, training, directing, appraising, disciplining, or other actions relating to the manufacturing operations employees assigned to the Production Area / Value Streams. Assist with the development of current and future state value stream maps and continuous improvement plans, as well as the implementation of those plans. Support new process and product development and implementation. Support the development, implementation, and follow up of annual department goals and objectives. Assist in establishing, tracking, achieving, and improving departmental goals for safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and cost. Develops key improvement projects and performs other related duties as needed. Is committed to customers and drives for business results. Sets direction and drives for continuous improvement. Must be willing to work overtime and flexible work hours. Must be familiar with steel fabrication, welding, and assembly processes. Analytical, data driven and comfortable with statistical analysis. Demonstrates effective skill in planning, monitoring and accomplishing goals. Job Requirements High School graduate or GED. Associate or Bachelor Degree in Business Administration a plus. 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment. Proficient computer skills. Good communication/interpersonal skills required, with the demonstrated ability to work in a team environment. Demonstrated interpersonal skills in motivation, problem solving, counseling, evaluating and training team members. Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience a plus. Blueprint reading and comprehension. Understands OSHA safety and environmental requirements.

Job Title: PLANT MANAGER II Company: Kellogg Company Location: Pikeville, KY Description: Kellogg Company - Show all jobs for Kellogg Company Title PLANT MANAGER II Description The Plant Manager has the overall responsibility to achieve production and distribution schedule attainment. This position is responsible for managing the plant departments to achieve constant incremental improvements in quality, safety, employee development, and cost efficiencies. Responsibilities include: Directs the manufacture of assigned products consistent with scheduled requirements, cost standards, safety requirements, environmental , quality and food safety specifications to assure maximum output at the lowest possible costs. Develops and maintains an effective plant organization to assure maximum utilization and development of employees. Utilizes Lean principles to effectively manage plant processes. Executes plans to achieve plant financial targets and goals With 2008 sales of nearly $13 billion, Kellogg Company (NYSE:K) is the world?s leading producer of cereal and a leading producer of convenience foods, including cookies, crackers, toaster pastries, cereal bars, frozen waffles, and meat alternatives. The company?s brands include Kellogg?s®, Keebler®, Pop-Tarts®, Eggo®, Cheez-It®, All-Bran®, Mini-Wheats® Nutri-Grain®, Rice Krispies®, Special K®, Chips Deluxe®, Famous Amos®, Sandies®, Carr?s®, Bear Naked®, Kashi®, MorningStar Farms®, Gardenburger® and Stretch Island®. Kellogg products are manufactured in 19 countries and marketed in more than 180 countries around the world. Kellogg Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. Kellogg EOE M/F/D/V Position Requirements A HS Diploma/GED required. A Bachelors degree in Business, or Industrial Studies is preferred. Candidate must have: At least ten years progressive managerial experience is required Lean Manufacturing experience Demonstrated leadership ability, and strong communication skills Personal computer skills including MS Word and Excel Ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization Ability to work within timelines and in pressure situations Strong problem solving, negotiating, and decision making skills Ability to handle multiple and sometimes conflicting priorities Ideal candidate will have manufacturing experience, knowledge and experience License Requirements Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Shift Relocation Yes Req Number 23488 Location KY, Pikeville Sponsorship Requirements All applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without requiring sponsorship. --> Title PLANT MANAGER II Description The Plant Manager has the overall responsibility to achieve production and distribution schedule attainment. This position is responsible for managing the plant departments to achieve constant incremental improvements in quality, safety, employee development, and cost efficiencies. Responsibilities include: Directs the manufacture of assigned products consistent with scheduled requirements, cost standards, safety requirements, environmental , quality and food safety specifications to assure maximum output at the lowest possible costs. Develops and maintains an effective plant organization to assure maximum utilization and development of employees. Utilizes Lean principles to effectively manage plant processes. Executes plans to achieve plant financial targets and goals With 2008 sales of nearly $13 billion, Kellogg Company (NYSE:K) is the world?s leading producer of cereal and a leading producer of convenience foods, including cookies, crackers, toaster pastries, cereal bars, frozen waffles, and meat alternatives. The company?s brands include Kellogg?s®, Keebler®, Pop-Tarts®, Eggo®, Cheez-It®, All-Bran®, Mini-Wheats® Nutri-Grain®, Rice Krispies®, Special K®, Chips Deluxe®, Famous Amos®, Sandies®, Carr?s®, Bear Naked®, Kashi®, MorningStar Farms®, Gardenburger® and Stretch Island®. Kellogg products are manufactured in 19 countries and marketed in more than 180 countries around the world. Kellogg Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. Kellogg EOE M/F/D/V Position Requirements A HS Diploma/GED required. A Bachelors degree in Business, or Industrial Studies is preferred. Candidate must have: At least ten years progressive managerial experience is required Lean Manufacturing experience Demonstrated leadership ability, and strong communication skills Personal computer skills including MS Word and Excel Ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization Ability to work within timelines and in pressure situations Strong problem solving, negotiating, and decision making skills Ability to handle multiple and sometimes conflicting priorities Ideal candidate will have manufacturing experience, knowledge and experience License Requirements Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Shift Relocation Yes Req Number 23488 Location KY, Pikeville Sponsorship Requirements All applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without requiring sponsorship. City: Pikeville State: KY Zip: 41502 Country: United States of America Job ID: kellogg-458968 Job Channel: USA-KY Business/Mgmt. Posted: 02/11/10

Job Title: MANUFACTURING SUPERVISOR - IRNA Company: Invensys IPS Location: Marion, KY Description: Invensys RailInvensys Rail is a multinational leader in delivering state of the art railway control and communication solutions. We enable the world's railways to help meet the ever increasing demand for rail services by providing a range of solutions that safely increase the capacity of their networks by increasing frequency and maximizing operational effectiveness.  Employing over 3,250 employees worldwide, Invensys Rail operates through a network of regional offices and delivers products and solutions from some of the most famous names in the rail industry: Westinghouse Rail SystemsDimetronic SignalsSafetran Systems Safetran is the North America member of the Invensys Rail Group, Invensys plc., with sister companies located in the United Kingdom, Spain, and Australia. Invensys, plc and the Invensys Rail Group are headquartered in London, UK. Safetran is headquartered in Louisville, KY. We manufacture "state-of-the-art" components for automatic grade crossing warning systems, wayside signaling systems and mainline and yard switch machine applications. These components are combined by our design and engineering staff into interoperable signaling and communication systems for rail, transit and other market system applications. We provide our customers a one-source solution to their signal and communication needs and we are dedicated to meeting the diverse requirements of today's railroad industry. We offer the most innovative, safety-oriented products in the business, and we back them with the best service.   MANUFACTURING SUPERVISOR   The Manufacturing Supervisor coordinates and leads production personnel with the overall objective of achieving the division production plan in accordance with AOP.   ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS Reports to: Director of Operations Supervises: This position supervises multiple production positions.   SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES "*" denotes an essential function of the job*Analyzes daily overtime requirements and schedules personnel as needed.*Verifies that production meets requirements and makes adjustments as necessary to ensure goals are met.*Adjusts work schedules as necessary.*Reviews/expedites materials as necessary to meet production schedule.*Ensures a safe working environment.*Resolves issues as pertaining to collective bargaining agreement.*Reports back to Business Unit Manager regarding metrics.*Attends daily accountability meeting and reports required metrics.*Schedules work-capacity planning based on production schedule.*Analyzes and approves absent from work forms for vacation, sick time, or flex time for employees and calculates lost hours for reporting purposes.*Performs labor transfers when personnel move to another area on production floor or to other groups outside production.*Performs corrective actions for violations of company/attendance policies and follow up with*Monitors unauthorized absences within the points systems.*Conducts training and performance reviews for employee certifications.*Verifies accuracy of documentation completed by cells, such as production run sheets, part change out logs, and capacity sheets.*Verifies punch sheets for personnel.*Color codes OT logs.*Attends daily cell meetings.*Performs regular safety walkthroughs throughout the day.*Creates and analyzes daily graphs for different aspect of production as required.*Monitors leaves of absence and makes adjustments as needed.*Schedules preventive maintenance and verifies accuracy of preventive maintenance logs.*Ensures equal distribution of OT.*Orders tools and operating supplies as needed and analyzes needs for special tools.*Directs personnel through cycle counting process.*Performs 5S+ audits.*Distributes paychecks to personnel.*Performs Kaizen events or participates in Kaizen teams.*Facilitates cell moves/relayouts.*Provides support to R&D projects.*Conducts training classes.*Supervision of maintenance technicians and coordinators to include but not limited to the following: Assigning and checking work.Instructing and training.Planning the work of others and establishing objectives.Acting on employee problems.Interviewing and hiring.Discipline, including discharge.Conducting performance evaluations including salary increases. Attends Company and industry-related meetings, as required.Establishes individual goals which are aligned with the Company's business strategies and objectives.Functions as a contributing member of the department's team and other teams, as assigned.Performs other duties as assigned by executive leadership.   STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE Informative and professional assistance when working with the public/customers and co-workers.Good oral and written communication skills.Ability to originate new procedures and approaches to problems within an established field.Ability to work under stress and with commitment to deadlines.Interpersonal relationships which encourage openness, candor and trust, both internally and outside of Safetran.Accurate and timely completion of projects and/or reports.Successful performance of assigned duties with frequent interruptions and time pressures.Maintenance of Company information in a confidential manner.   MENTAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to maintain considerable levels of concentration while working under constant time pressures and constant interruptions.Ability to maintain visual attention including color vision and depth perception.Ability to sometimes lift or carry 5 to 10 pounds.Ability to frequently stand for extended periods of time.Ability to sometimes reach with hands and arms above shoulders, forward and to sides.Ability to sometimes squat, kneel or bend.Ability to sometimes sit for extended periods of time.   WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS This position requires working in the internal environment.This position requires exposure to equipment that has the potential to be dangerous.This position requires working nights, weekends or non-regular hours to meet deadlines.This position requires occasional travel.   EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING High school diploma or equivalent.3 or more years experience in a supervisory role.Basic computer skills.   EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS Computer and peripherals.   Invensys is an Equal Opportunity Employer.